I had so much fun with my first “outfit post” that I decided to do another! Actually, this time I’m sharing one outfit that can be styled two ways — perfect for going from day to night without having to change every damn thing on your body. The key elements are a black dress and jean jacket, but just about any dress and jacket combo will do! Check out the quick tips I share below, on how to transition this outfit from a day at the park to a night on the town. 

1. Nighttime Outfit

First up, because I apparently like doing things backwards, is the “night” outfit. I paired my black dress with a jean jacket, thigh-high tights, a chunky rhinestone necklace, and black flats. I also wore red lipstick, because why not? 🙂 Some alternatives would be to wear a leather jacket or kimono and heels.

2. Daytime Outfit

Now, to turn back time and add some casual, daytime vibes to this outfit, I pushed down my thigh-highs and made them into socks, traded my black flats for sneakers, added a long necklace and ditched the rhinestones, and pulled it all together with a beanie.

Can you tell I changed my lipstick, too? I don’t often wear lipstick, so I’ve had this bright MAC shade for years. Literally, years. But wouldn’t it be a fun addition to a casual outfit like this one?

And of course, more of me being a goofball. I can’t take myself seriously when I’m pretending to be a model.

That’s all folks!

I enjoy doing “outfit posts” more than I thought I would! There’s just something fun about using your body and the clothes you wear to express yourself. I get finicky about the clothes in my closet, and if you’re the same way, I hope this post helped you, maybe just a little, to see your wardrobe in a new way. Almost anything can be dressed up or down, which kind of makes everything you own a little more exciting. 🙂 Have a great one, lovers! I’m driving back from Yosemite today and can’t wait to fill you in on everything from my trip! 🙂

Dress: Target | Jean Jacket: Express | Rhinestone Necklace: Target | Thigh-Highs: From Japan | Flats: Target

Beanie: American Apparel | Long Necklace: Forever 21 | Sneakers: Target

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