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If you categorise flowy, sleeveless V-neck dresses under romcom date night or wedding guest attire (ie predictably feminine and/or snoozeville), here’s a simple street-style lesson on edging it up: Layer a slim long-sleeved top underneath.

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If you categorise flowy, sleeveless V-neck dresses under romcom date night or wedding guest attire (ie predictably feminine and/or snoozeville), here’s a simple street-style lesson on edging it up: Layer a slim long-sleeved top underneath.

Ace pretty-edgy by going lace on lace, complete with loafers./ Black knit top = perfect contrast against a graphic patterned dress
Ace pretty-edgy by going lace on lace, complete with loafers./ Black knit top = perfect contrast against a graphic patterned dress

1. Topshop Unique silk dress, Topshop

2. Knit sweater, $1,540, Alexander McQueen

3. Neoprene pullover, $640, DKNY

4. Polyester-blend top, Alice and Olivia

5. Lace dress, $995, Tory Burch

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6. Knit sweater, $63.90, Dorothy Perkins

7. Silk dress, $780, Diane von Furstenberg

8. Knit sweater, Topshop

9. Silk dress, Kate Spade New York. Prices unavailable unless stated

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