A woman stands outdoors in front of trees and dry vegetation, wearing the SIR. Aries brown silk and lace slip dress. She is smiling and has one hand raised to shield her eyes from the sun, illustrating how to style a solid color dress in a desert-like environment.

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The Dress Edit

Done With Prints? Here’s How To Style A Solid Color Dress

When I say that learning how to style a solid-color dress will change how you see your closet, I’m not being dramatic. A printed dress can instantly make a statement, but with solid-color silhouettes, it’s all about the accessorizing. The best part? One-color dresses can be styled in so many ways that your wardrobe feels bigger and more versatile. So, if you’re looking for tips on upgrading and styling dresses you already own (or need something new for an upcoming event), I have you covered. I’ve hand-picked the best new dresses, heels, and bags from the world’s leading online fashion stores to shop right now.

Two women are outdoors wearing light pink dresses with intricate lace designs. The woman on the left has long hair and is dressed in the Loveshackfancy Rua pink lace mini dress, featuring a halter-neck, buttoned bodice, and flared skirt. The woman on the right, demonstrating how to style a solid color dress, has loose blonde hair and is in a sleeveless dress with a bow.

LOVESHACKFANCY Rua Lace Mini Dress

A woman, gracefully adorned in a Ramy Brook Geneva red pleated halterneck maxi dress 2, smiles and raises one hand while standing on a cobblestone street. Behind her, two yellow trams and colorful buildings create a vibrant urban backdrop—ideal inspiration for styling a solid color dress.

RAMY BROOK Geneva Pleated Dress

Vibrant Hues: How To Style A Solid Color Dress

Knowing how to style a solid color dress in monochromatic hues is one thing, but brighter colorways need different types of accessorizing. For example, the Geneva pleated dress by Ramy Brook. Firstly, this dress is stunning and demands attention with its deep red hue, plunge halter neckline, and all-over pleated detailing. Secondly, when it comes to styling a dress like this, it’s all about enhancing the red. I find the best way to do this is with metallics, so choose gold or silver shoes and bags depending on your preference. Me? I’ll be styling this dress with the Mordore Nappa heeled sandals by Prada and the  Le 5 à 7 Mini shoulder bag by Saint Laurent.

Meanwhile, when opting for a pink dress like the Rua lace mini dress by LoveShackFancy, I like to lean into the romance of the shade. Silver works great, as do coordinating shades of pink. However, I’ll often opt for white shoes and bags to compliment the pink without overpowering it. So, I recommend adding the Slow Kisses crystal-embellished sandals by Aquazzura and the Clarita bow sandals by Alexandre Birman to this dress to nail the romance aesthetic.

Shop more Solid Color Dresses selected and reviewed by our expert fashion buyers and stylists

  • RIXO Clarice Appliqued Lace-trimmed Velvet Midi Dress

    $360
  • SIR. Aries Square Neck Lace Slip

    $520
  • SIR. Alba Strapless Gown

    $720
  • SIR. Aries Cut Out Gown

    $520
  • SIR. Sonora Evening Midi Dress

    $520
  • ALEX PERRY Gathered Asymmetric Stretch-Velvet Mini Dress

    $220
  • ALEX PERRY Bikini Tiered Pleated Stretch-Crepe Midi Dress

    $1,600
  • ALEX PERRY Gathered Stretch-Velvet Midi Dress

    $2,400
  • LOVESHACKFANCY Manuela Bow Slip Maxi Dress

    $395
  • LOVESHACKFANCY Minka Stripe Lace Maxi Dress

    $595
  • LOVESHACKFANCY Rua Lace Mini Dress

    $695
  • MAGDA BUTRYM Appliqued Stretch-Wool Crepe Midi Dress

    $2,130
  • THEORY Crepe Mini Dress

    $365
  • SHUSHU/TONG Off-the-Shoulder Gathered Woven Mini Dress

    $560
  • RAMY BROOK Geneva Pleated Dress

    $645
  • SELF-PORTRAIT Pointelle Midi Dress

    $465
  • ZIMMERMANN Eden Gathered Silk-Georgette Dress

    $950
  • GIVENCHY Strapless Asymmetric Bow-Detailed Cady Mini Dress

    $4,450
  • VICTORIA BECKHAM Gathered Midi Dress

    $1,250
  • AMANDA UPRICHARD Edison Mini Dress

    $229
  • BARDOT Magdelena Midi Dress

    $169
  • BHLDN Lucia Midi Dress

    $198
  • REFORMATION Bryson Dress

    $248
  • ANTHROPOLOGIE Tommie Front-Zip Shirt Dress

    $170
  • BHLDN Sage Midi Dress

    $198
  • ACLER Griffith Mini Dress

    $395
  • ANNA OCTOBER Anjea Maxi Dress

    $750

How To Style A Solid Color Dress In Neutral Hues

Nailing down how to style a solid color dress can be tricky. Muted, neutral hues need something a little different than brighter ones after all. So, if you’re looking for a simple silhouette in a classic colorway, the Alba strapless gown by SIR. is a great place to start. Firstly, it’s eternally flattering with a gathered bodice and form-fitting skirt. Secondly, it’ll go with every pair of black or metallic heels you own. Wear this dress with the Bari 101mm metallic leather sandals by Schutz and the small P’tit Voyou bag by Givenchy. It’ll be an outfit you’ll reach for on repeat for countless seasons to come.

Finally, you can never go wrong with a little black dress. Especially when it’s as pretty as the Sonora evening midi dress by SIR.. Add simple black heels and a bag for the chicest monochromatic outfit in your closet. Hint: The Spy 105 mesh paneled suede pumps by Aquazzura and the cut-out sculpture chain bag by Givenchy will work perfectly.

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A woman wearing the SIR. Sonora black square neck midi dress and high-heeled shoes stands against a light-colored wall with closed windows, effortlessly demonstrating how to style a solid color dress. She has one hand on the wall and looks downward. The ground features an arrow and some markings.

SIR. Sonora Evening Midi Dress

A woman with long dark hair is standing against a plain wall, wearing the SIR. Alba brown strapless midi dress paired with white ankle boots featuring a black snake pattern. She has a neutral expression and her arms are at her sides. The speckled floor adds subtle contrast, effortlessly showcasing how to style a solid color dress.

SIR. Alba Strapless Gown