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Back when I was working with private clients, every season there were a few go-to pieces that would end up in most dressing rooms. This dress, for sure, would be one of those pieces. It’s a great staple you can dress up for work or weekend events with a can’t-beat price.

This time of year, weekends are crazy. Just looking at our family calendar for April and May, every Saturday and a few Sundays have at least one, sometimes two events.

I feel like we are going to blow through the Spring and Summer, which would usually bum me out, but my brother is getting married in early September and I am out of my mind excited about it.

Before that, our next big event is my daughter’s First Communion. That’s what got me looking for a simple, affordable, and versatile dress. If you have any kind of shower, graduation or similar event in the coming weeks this dress might be for you.

Sheath, $90 | Necklace, $50 | Clutch, $70 | Heel, $99

I ordered it in “serene” (above), but it’s available in eight other colors. The sheath silhouette is perfect for layering under a blazer (take a look at our picks for classic spring blazers here). For the office or after work, black or navy would be perfect. But, don’t be afraid to pick up a bold color. I have a similar dress in bright pink that I wore to all kinds of events last summer.

For this look I wanted it to be super simple and elegant. I love a nude (to me) sandal, and these by Vince Camuto are different yet still wearable with their 3″ heel.

For the bag, I’m going matchy-matchy. This box style clutch in patent leather is quintessential Spring.

Finally, you can skip a necklace if you prefer but I wanted to show it as an option. If you can pull off a bold statement, I L.O.V.E this necklace. The shape will mimic the neckline of the dress and act almost like a collar. The mix of color adds a really lovely depth to the outfit.

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I discovered this jacket last month when I ordered it as part of my Rent the Runway (RTR) Unlimited Subscription. It’s the kind of piece that is just outside my style sphere, so being able to rent it, and try it out with my wardrobe, is such a fantastic option. I found it to be a great alternative to my typical casual blazer and feels edgy but still classic.

One of the options in (RTR) is that you can buy the items you rent at a discount. When I realized it was on sale for $50, I quickly bought it. Because I like it so much, I wondered if it was still available at stores, and turns out; it is, $55 for black, and $33 in Navy.

The only good thing about January is the sales.

I bought both.

Must Have Piece, $55 | Jeans, $198 | Shoes, $40 | Clutch, $198 | Earring, $38

For me, this is the perfect Saturday night out look. Whether I’m meeting friends for dinner or spending it with Bri, it strikes the right balance of casual and polished. There are a few things to keep in mind when creating an outfit around this jacket. The shape and length work best with either skinny jeans or jeans with a long leg and subtle boot cut. Anything too full and you’ll be overwhelmed. (To see a variety of jean options at different price ranges, check out our Denim Closet.)

You can throw this jacket over just about anything, though I love how it looks over a turtleneck. That’s right, a turtleneck, I’m such a turtleneck girl. Bloomingdales currently has an array of colors for under $80.

For a night out, I like a pump. These silver fabric pumps at DSW for $40 are affordable and stylish. The jacket as a lot going on, so I would hold off on lots of jewelry and accessories. Keep it in one piece, like a long necklace or these earrings. They are simple, but complement the hardware on the jacket without competing with it. Finally, a silver clutch, like this one by Michael Kors has the right line and shape. It’s an investment, so think about how often you’ll use it. For a less expensive option, I like this $30 silver envelope clutch.

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