Office attire is hinged on two things: (1) comfort, and (2) ease to put together. While shirt dresses tick both of these requirements, most feel that there's only one way to wear them. Well, it's time to debunk this myth! As shown below, you can revamp this workwear staple with simple pieces that are already in your closet.
The Default Way
When selecting a shirt dress, opt for an A-line silhouette, which is the most flattering type for all body shapes. Another pro tip is to choose a color that either matches or complements the rest of your outfit. This way, it can seamlessly be incorporated into your workwear wardrobe.
IMAGE Gerard Dungo
Blue shirt dress, ZARA, P2495, Greenbelt 5; Pearl earrings, FOREVER 21, P225, SM Aura; Rose gold clutch, ALDO, P2395, Bonifacio High Street; Black stiletto heels, ALDO, P4695, Greenbelt 5
Monochromatic
A simple way to re-wear your dress is to use it as a top. Employ a monochromatic color scheme for a seamless look. This technique will also elongate your frame, instantly making you look taller since you're wearing just one shade. To break the monotony, slip on a pair of pastel-hued pumps accented with a pair of metallic statement earrings.
IMAGE Gerard Dungo
Blue shirt dress, ZARA, P2495, Glorietta 3; Blue button-down skirt, ZARA, P3295, TriNoma; Pink strappy flats, CHARLES & KEITH, P2699, Power Plant; Hexagon dangling earrings, ALDO, P655, Breenbelt 5; Pastel blue round bag, CHARLES & KEITH, P2799, Power Plant
Polished Athleisure
Comfort is key especially when you're working from nine to five. And as we know, wearing dresses can hinder our movement. Keep things stylish yet comfortable with a pair of side-striped trousers underneath. Button the dress halfway down and slightly tuck in one side to create a waist. Finish off your look with some low heels for an instant height boost!
IMAGE Gerard Dungo
Striped wide leg trousers, ZARA, P1695, Greenbelt 5; Woven long sleeved shirt dress, FOREVER 21, P1175; Rectangle metallic earrings, MANGO, P695, Robinsons Magnolia; Gold clutch, ALDO, P2395, Bonifacio High Street
Denim Friday
Srpuce up your frayed jeans by layering with your favorite shirt dress! The trick in successfully pulling this off is to choose the right dress silhouette that matches the cut of the jeans. A fail-proof example is an A-line shirt dress paired with straight or skinny jeans.
IMAGE Gerard Dungo
Long sleeve button down Dress, ZARA, P3295, Greenbelt 5; Cropped flare denim jeans, STRADIVARIUS, P1695, Glorietta 2; Pink knotted mules, ALDO, P4495, Greenbelt 5; Necklace with yellow stones, MANGO, P1295, Robinsons Magnolia; White bucket bag, FOREVER 21, P905, SM Makati
Photographed by Gerard Dungo
Art direction by Mark Buenaobra
Hair and makeup by Hanna Pechon
