How to Layer a Maxi Dress: Four Ways to Change the Look

One Dress. Four Layers. Multiple Personalities.

Start with Studio B3 Tikal Dress. Add unexpected layers, play with proportions, throw in a little attitude, and see how one dress can take on several personalities.

And now, for the details.

1st Layer: The Dress

The Tikal Dress by Studio B3. Fitted around the hips, relaxed and slightly oversized on top. Made from super-stretchy, comfortable jersey. You can even play with the skirt length by simply pulling it up.

2nd Layer: The Game Changer

Add a cropped sleeveless vest by NY77, with an exposed metal zipper and abstract print on lightweight nylon.

Or go for an extra-fine merino wool vest by Serienumerica, with handmade finishing touches in a contrasting color.

For more drama, try the metallic cropped sweater by La Haine Inside Us. Interesting, sophisticated, and suddenly the dress looks like a two-piece outfit.

All three options add an extra layer of style and warmth!

3rd Layer: The Pizzazz

High heels or flats? Both work.

Trippen's Hamur booties with their sculptural Happy soles add height and attitude. The Taifun clogs bring a more relaxed, unexpected twist.

Now for the accessories. A funky bracelet by Mya Lambrecht combines metal chains with freshwater pearls. Wear it over your sleeve, why not?

Or add an extra-long resin necklace by Maria Calderara. It looks like stone but is surprisingly lightweight. Wrap it several times, wear it long, or turn it into a belt.

4th Layer: The Coat

Two very different directions.

Go long with NRK's wool-cotton coat, adding subtle color and texture. Keep it open for another layer of movement, or button it up for a more structured silhouette

Or go short with Studio B3's cropped jacket. It defines the waist, emphasizes the narrow skirt, and suddenly the dress looks like a completely different outfit.

Voilà!