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How to Style Your Midi Tank Dress for Every Occasion

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I’ve got 99 problems and my go-to midi tank dress solves just about all of them. Not sure what in the world to wear to a date night? Midi tank dress. Want to look cute but also let my legs breathe in the Florida heat? Midi tank dress. Need to wear a fit that’ll easily transition from daytime to nighttime? Midi tank dress.

We love when fashion meets function, and styling a midi tank dress is the perfect solution when it comes to keeping fashion as effortless as possible. Take the guesswork out of your next impending outfit crisis. Here are six ways to style one of the most versatile pieces in your closet: 

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A Saturday morning at the farmers market:

striped midi dress / striped midi dress (plus size) / denim jacket / denim jacket (plus size) / leather backpack / gold hoops / round sunnies / white sneakers

A morning at the farmer’s market has never looked better. Couple a midi tank dress with a cropped denim jacket and sneakers for what might be the most put-together Saturday of all time. If we had to pick one outfit to wear on repeat until the end of time, this would be it.

A long-awaited girls’ night out:

scoop neck midi dress / scoop neck midi dress (plus size) / baguette bag / stiletto heels / herringbone necklace / hoop earrings

Rooftop drinks, a night out at the bar, or a fancy dinner with our besties is our idea of a good time, and we couldn’t do it without the help of the all-classic little black dress. Pair with gold jewelry, stiletto heels, and your favorite shoulder bag for a look you’ll return to again and again.

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A weekday in the office:

ribbed jersey dress / midi dress (plus size) / plaid blazer / plaid blazer (plus size) / oversized tote / leather mules / rectangular sunglasses

After over a year of working from home, our tolerance for uncomfortable workwear is at an all-time low. When we transition back to the office, we’ll be reaching for our comfiest midi tank dress, pairing it with an oversized plaid blazer, and slipping on some leather mules that are just as comfortable as our WFH slippers.

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An outdoor concert:

ribbed midi dress / ribbed midi dress (plus size) / leather backpack / aviator sunnies / white sneakers / layered necklace

We love an outdoor concert moment, and nothing pairs better with dancing the night away and singing at the top of your lungs quite as well as a midi tank dress, comfy sneakers, and aviator sunnies. It’s the perfect outfit formula for a night of drinks, bad dance moves, and your favorite band.

A downtown date night:

knit midi dress / midi dress (plus size) / leather moto jacket / leather moto jacket (plus size) / gold bracelets / shoulder bag / heeled sandals

Dressing up a midi dress by pairing it with a leather jacket and gold jewelry is the ultimate way to elevate your look for a fancy night out with your partner. She’s chic, she’s cool, and she’s a look we turn to time after time.

A mid-Sunday picnic in the park:

ribbed knit midi dress / midi dress (plus size) / claw clip / cat-eye sunnies / straw tote / slide sandals

For a mid-Sunday picnic in the park, keep things simple. Reach for your comfiest “might-actually-be-a-nightgown” midi dress and throw your hair up in a chic claw clip. Also grab a large straw tote to house your water bottle, your latest page-turning novel, and cat-eye sunnies that pair well with a day in the sun and obligatory people-watching.

This 5-Question Checklist Will Help You Build Your Dream Wardrobe

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Whether you consider yourself a lover of fashion or not, it’s always shocking how easy it is to get to a point where your closet is overflowing. A couple of sales happen and all of a sudden, what was once an organized masterpiece is exploding and in need of a purge—been there, done that too many times to count.

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In 2023, we’re aiming to do a few fewer closet clean-outs and instead to shop a little more strategically. There’s nothing more rewarding than adding a piece to your closet that you love and wear for years, and with a little bit of forethought, every piece can give you that experience. 

The next time you go to click “add to cart” or head to the checkout line, these are the questions to ask yourself before buying something. Your “thought I loved it but have never worn it” pile is about to get a whole lot smaller.

Can I style this three different ways with pieces I already own?

All too often, we fall into the trap of buying something new to wear because we have one killer outfit in mind to style it for. And if you can do that, that’s great—but you should be able to style a piece more than one way to justify buying it. Try to think of three different outfits you can wear with it that you’d enjoy wearing. If it requires buying even more pieces to style it in ways you’d like, it isn’t the right call to purchase it.

Would I buy this if it were full price?

We know, we know, it’s hard to resist the temptations of a sale. But one of the most game-changing mentalities to have with sales is this: If something is marked down from $100 to $60, you aren’t saving $40—you’re still spending $60. If something you know you’ll love and wear is on sale, by all means, add it to your cart. But if you’re buying something just because it’s on sale, that’s another story.

The best question to ask yourself is if you would obsess over it as much if it wasn’t on sale. If the discount is the main thing enticing you, it’s best to pass.

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Does this fit me right?

Especially in the post-pandemic age of online shopping, it’s easy to order something in a size that ends up being not quite right and end up keeping it because returning it would be too much of a hassle. Ask yourself: If you were shopping in-store and were trying it on in a fitting room, would you go grab a bigger or smaller size? If you would, it’s best to return or exchange it.

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If you are shopping in-store and your size is out of stock and you’re trying to make an ill-fitting piece work, trust us: It’s best to wait for something that fits you right, unless you have the intent to tailor it.

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Am I only buying this because it’s trendy?

Especially with different trends and pieces going viral on TikTok by the week, it’s easier than ever to buy something to hop on the bandwagon of a trend. While we’re victims of this too, the key is to make sure you like the piece. For example, if you like the idea of the sheer top trend but wearing it makes you uncomfortable, that isn’t the trend for you. Fashion is subjective; don’t buy something just because everyone else is.

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What will the cost per wear be?

One of the most useful things to consider when purchasing something is its cost per wear or the cost of the item divided by the number of times you’ll wear it. It might sound better to buy a $200 pair of statement boots than a $500 pair of classic loafers, but if you only wear the statement boots a couple of times a year and would wear the loafers multiple times a week, the cost per wear means the loafers are the worthwhile purchase.

A great example of cost per wear is a wedding guest dress. If you know you won’t be able to get more wear out of it than one wedding, it’s better to rent a dress or borrow one from a friend to avoid it taking up closet space for all of eternity after one night in it.

5 Spring Outfit Ideas Based on Our Favorite Rom-Coms

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Spring has sprung, which means we’re officially in our Romanticize Everything era. Between the cherry blossoms and dogs in raincoats, it can feel like we’ve been dropped into the title sequence of an early 2000s rom-com. But before manifesting a meet-cute of your own, you need to plan *the* spring outfit. One that would be Jenna Rink, Kathleen Kelly, or Elizabeth James-approved. So who better to take inspiration from than the on-screen heroines themselves? 

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Fashion trends are cyclical—’90s and Y2K wardrobes fit right in on the streets of SoHo today. This is why our favorite romantic comedies from 2002 are serving as our fashion mood boards in 2023. Leather jackets, LBDs, and cotton candy pink ’ fit—hello, the main character! And while we’re romanticizing things, here’s a spoiler: You and *that person* at the bookstore cafe live happily ever after. But for now, you’re just a girl, standing in front of her closet, looking for something to wear. We’ll take it from here.

Notting Hill

Julia Roberts is our forever style icon, and her character’s off-duty, incognito look in Notting Hill won all of us over. While yes, she’s an A-list celeb playing the part of an A-list celeb, her outfits are less red carpet and more street style. This leather jacket-beret-Vans combo is equal parts glamour and grunge, and we can’t get enough for a chilly spring day look.

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13 Going on 30

Oh to be 30, flirty, and thriving. All it takes is some wishing dust and an impressive (albeit illogical) walk-in closet. Jenna Rink’s playful, feminine style appeals to the 13 and 30-year-old in all of us—and luckily it’s easy to recreate. Her monochromatic pink ensemble in the magazine pitch scene is a must-wear this spring.

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The Parent Trap

Nancy Meyers never fails to create movie magic, and The Parent Trap is no exception. We watch it again and again—for the epic handshake, the nonstop scheming, and of course, the timeless fashion. This leads us to our next point: the ever-elegant Elizabeth James. We’d happily borrow all of her outfits, but the black mini dress she wore to reunite with her ex-husband was as classic as it gets.

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Maid in Manhattan

We never know when we’ll meet and fall in love with a political candidate under pretenses, so it’s always good to look as chic as ever, just in case. We’ve got J.Lo to thank for this outfit inspo (that happens to be perfectly transitional for spring). The white trench and matching wide-leg pants are tonal dressing at their finest. Make it appear effortless by trading the pumps for a pair of sneakers.

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You’ve Got Mail

This couldn’t be a complete list without the rom-com queen herself. While we typically associate Meg Ryan with all things fall, the final scene in You’ve Got Mail encapsulates everything that makes spring the romantic season it is. Kathleen Kelly’s beige linen dress and short-sleeve cardi are sweet and simple, especially set against the backdrop of Riverside Park in full bloom. For the same effect, pair this look with freshly cut daisies (aka the friendliest flower).

TikTok Taught Me: 6 Easy Hacks to Elevate Any Outfit

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The best way to describe my TikTok FYP would be chaotic. The lucky girls’ syndrome debate and the Selena Gomez and Hailey drama have taken over my feed. But one thing TikTok is useful for, if not distracting us from everyday life? Practical—dare I say brilliant—fashion hacks.

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Content creators have tricks up their sleeves that leave me taking notes several times a day. Tying basic shirts in ways that make them feel new, layering up pieces to completely transform an outfit; you’ll wonder how you didn’t think of them yourself and will thank the TikTok powers that be for bringing them to your feed. These six TikTok hacks will effortlessly elevate your next OOTD—so much so, you might just film a TikTok to show it off. Ready to go viral?

Hack 1: The three-color rule

@loveyoumariemuch

#styletips #stylehacks #fashionhacks #styletip #outfithacks

♬ original sound – marie | fashion styling tips

For a cohesive, “she’s so put-together” look, pretend you’re an art major and follow this rule of color theory: no more than three colors in an outfit. And yes, that includes neutrals. When you’re feeling something playful like a pop of pink, be intentional by incorporating it in multiple ways, like with a handbag, hair accessory, or an oversized blazer. 

@stephvandervelden

#3colourrule #fashion #clothes #tips #foryoupage #viral

♬ A work of art by s_johnson_voiceovers – Stefan Johnson

Hack 2: The sophisticated turtleneck

@mary.orton

Another day, another life-saving turtleneck tip. #turtleneck #turtlenecks #styletips #stylehacks #fashionhacks #styletok #classicstyle

♬ original sound – Mary Orton

I have an entire drawer dedicated to my turtleneck collection, but it took a 2 a.m. TikTok scroll to become enlightened: for extra polish, roll the neck inside versus out. As this fashion entrepreneur eloquently states, it makes for a cleaner neckline, which is perfect if you’re layering a necklace on top. It’s giving luxe Gossip Girl vibes, and we’re obsessed.

Hack 3: The tie-front top

@alisonsspot

Replying to @dellilaz Another style hacks video! In this video, I share a clothing hack for tying a knot in your shirt/blouse so it lays flat ❤️ I remade my old version of this video since it’s now lost in the feed. More fashion hacks here and in my “style hacks” playlist! @alisonsspot @alisonsspot #knothacks #clothinghacktop #clothinghack #stylehacksfromyourbestie #stylehacksforwomen #stylehacks #fashionhacksgirls #fashionhacks #blouseoutfit #blouseoutfitidea #alisonsspot #fashioncreator #fashioncreators #fashioncontentcreators #stylecreator #stylecreators

♬ original sound – Alison | Fashion Creator 👗

Think you have to tie a button-down mastered? Guess again. With a subtle change, this tying trick makes them look way chic and seamless. Save this video just in case you have to watch it five more times to get it right—no shame here.

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Hack 4: The subtle white tee

@hersimplesole

Easy outfit styling – from basic to interesting ✨ tshirt and jeans edition. A classic outfit, spruced up a little. Taking out my beloved sweater vest as a great spring layering option. I love how a simple swap of the tshirt for one with longer sleeves creates better balance to the overall look.#springoutfitideas #tshirtandjeans #casualoutfitideas #intentionalcloset #wardrobeessentials

♬ Honest – Justin Bieber

Who knew that a simple two-second decision could transform an entire outfit? Take your casual sweater-and-jeans combo up a notch by layering a white T-shirt underneath. As this TikToker notes, you’ll be creating visual interest, making your overall ensemble that much trendier.

Hack 5: The cool-girl cardigan

@meka.monroe

Cardigan hack I was looking for a bolero everywhere. Now I didn’t have to even spend any extra money 😂👌🏾 #midsizetryonhaul #amazontryonhahul #2023outfitideas #size14tryon #curvehaul #2023springoutfitinspo #midsizespringoutfit #clothinghacks

♬ original sound – audios!

Cardigans: they seem straightforward enough. You button it up; you leave it open. Right? Well, not according to TikTok. You learn something new every day, and this time, it’s the idea of buttoning the last buttons of your cardigan behind your back for an elegant, undone look.

@staylr_

Such a great hack to keep warm but show off your outfit under #bolero #fashionhacks #fashiontiktok #cardiganhack

♬ It’s A Man’s, Man’s, Man’s World – James Brown & The Famous Flames
@thanyaw_

the bolero is my fav #cardiganhack

♬ sure thing – luana
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Hack 6: The undone outfit

@glowupu

Good advice, no? #fashiontiktok #fashionadvice #styleadvice #styletips #styleinspo #ootd #bellahadid #fashion #style #stylish #fashion101 #fashionhacks

♬ Juless Edits – Shou

You know that moment when you get dressed, and something is just… off? It may be because there isn’t enough contrast in the pieces you’ve chosen. How to fix it? By adding an “undone” element to an otherwise put together ’fit. Whether it’s sneakers, joggers, or a baseball cap, that casual accessory could be just what you need to strike a balance between effortless and unexpected.