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5 dresses, 2 ways: How to take your look from day to night

PHOTO: Mango, Ribbed Midi Dress
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Mango, Ribbed Midi Dress

Fall’s most revolutionary trend: Comfortable shoes on the runways and in real life. Now, you can step out in the dressiest of dresses wearing slides, sneakers and even high-glam hiking boots (the fashion editor’s favorite). But with the holidays around the corner, it’s also time to break out your party shoes. That’s why we’ve paired the best dresses of the season with day-to-night options so you can walk-the-walk, whatever the occasion.

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1. The Sheer & Tiered Dress


The soft, fluttering dresses trend feels so effortless that you’ll want to wear them to work and all your parties. We love this version for it’s lighter-than-air pleats and unexpected color.
Style Hint: Tone down the swoon-factor of this dress with a sophisticated hiking boot and burgundy tights to create a streamlined look. At night, go full-on glam with bare legs and sexier studded heels.

Chelsea 29, Pleat Detail Midi Dress
Price: $149
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PHOTO: Chelsea 29, Pleat Detail Midi Dress
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Chelsea 29, Pleat Detail Midi Dress



Coach, Urban Hiker Genuine Shearling-Lined-Bootie
Price: $294.95
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PHOTO: Coach, Urban Hiker Genuine Shearling-Lined-Bootie
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Coach, Urban Hiker Genuine Shearling-Lined-Bootie



VOCOSI, Women's Slingbacks Strappy Sandals Dress
Price: $44.99-$49.99
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PHOTO: VOCOSI, Women's Slingbacks Strappy Sandals Dress
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VOCOSI, Women's Slingbacks Strappy Sandals Dress



2. The Minimalist to the Max Dress


Can a dress save you a half-hour or more? It can when it’s so versatile all you need is a change of shoes to go from Saturday errands to your Saturday night soiree.
Style Hint: This forgiving ribbed dress makes you feel like you can get all your holiday shopping done in a flash, especially when you pair it with comfy pastel kicks. Come sundown, upgrade to embellished heels, shimmering makeup and you’re RSVP-ready.

Mango, Ribbed Midi Dress
Price: $69.99
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PHOTO: Mango, Ribbed Midi Dress
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Mango, Ribbed Midi Dress



Adidas, Swift Run Sneaker
Price: $69.98-$90
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PHOTO: Adidas, Swift Run Sneaker
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Adidas, Swift Run Sneaker



Steve Madden, Fefe Feather Sandal
Price: $129.95
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PHOTO: Steve Madden, Fefe Feather Sandal
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Steve Madden, Fefe Feather Sandal



3. The Romantic Holiday Dress


Crushed velvet + the holidays = Party goals!
Style Hint: For those days when you have festive occasions all day and all night. Sport high-shine combat boots to walk from gathering to gathering, then slip into patent sandals when it’s time to hang out under the mistletoe.

Topshop, Velvet Midi Dress
Price: $75
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PHOTO: Topshop, Velvet Midi Dress
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Topshop, Velvet Midi Dress



Dr Martens, ‘1460’ Boot
Price: $124.95
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PHOTO: Dr Martens, '1460' Boot
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Dr Martens, '1460' Boot



Sam Edelman, Ariella Ankle Strap Sandal
Price: $99
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PHOTO: Sam Edelman Ariella Ankle Strap Sandal
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Sam Edelman Ariella Ankle Strap Sandal



4. The Statement Floral Dress


Escape the winter blues in bold florals and bright white shoes.
Style Hint: Channel the 80s by embracing the working woman’s uniform on your commute and at the office. Your feet will be blissed out from 9-to-5. Come happy hour, step out in fall’s must-have go-go boots to transform and polish your look.

Free People, Tough Love Maxi Shirtdress
Price: $148
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PHOTO: Tough Love Maxi Shirtdress
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Tough Love Maxi Shirtdress



Sam Edelman, Kinzey Pointy Toe Bootie
Price: $139.95-$159.95
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PHOTO: Sam Edelman Kinzey Pointy Toe Bootie
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Sam Edelman Kinzey Pointy Toe Bootie



Nike, M2K Tekno Sneaker
Price: $100
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PHOTO: Nike, M2K Tekno Sneaker
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Nike, M2K Tekno Sneaker



5. The Dazzling Jewel-Toned Dress


Two of fall’s best trends add up to your most sophisticated look.
Style Hint: What we love about these two options is that each one can hold its own for day or night. The sneaker’s graphic design is worthy of holiday celebrations, while the ankle strap pumps are the most stable of heels. Change it up: Wear the pumps to work and dance all night in the sneakers.

Topshop, Cutabout Mini-Dress
Price: $34.99-$68
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PHOTO: Topshop Cutabout Mini-Dress
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Topshop Cutabout Mini-Dress



Sarto by Franco, Santi 2 Genuine Calf Hair Pump
Price: $139.95
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PHOTO: Sarto by Franco, Santi 2 Genuine Calf Hair Pump
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Sarto by Franco, Santi 2 Genuine Calf Hair Pump



Diane Von Furstenberg, Tess Lace Up Sneaker
Price: $228
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PHOTO: Diane Von Furstenberg, Tess Lace Up Sneaker
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Diane Von Furstenberg, Tess Lace Up Sneaker