old navy women's fit & flare smocked bodice mini dress Smocked-Bodice - Orange and xl (18)machine wash according to the care instruction label . Old Navy's Cute New Sundress

Combine it with a cropped tweed jacket or a cardigan, block-heel pumps, and a roomy top-handle purse for a desk-to-dancefloor look

You may not want to pull this one out on a very formal night out, but if you know youre heading to a more casual bar or restaurant, this outfit can be just the thing

A well-chosen hair accessory can add a touch of vintage glamour and tie your entire ensemble together

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Make it feel festive with an untucked plaid shirt underneath

Cathy @themiddlepageblog above (read her style interview here) chooses a well-fitted gray suit