Love it or dislike it—I’ll be rocking this contentious styling technique all summer long.

Love it or dislike it—I’ll be rocking this contentious styling technique all summer long.

      I am truly a dress person and have a slight aversion to pants. I rarely find myself drawn to jeans or trousers, despite wanting to give them a chance. This is why I've been layering my dresses over my pants lately. This somewhat controversial styling has become my introduction to dressing in a way that covers my legs. Pants seem too straightforward for me, whereas I prefer outfits that make me think a little. I enjoy looks that are somewhat puzzling. Wearing dresses over pants creates that element of double-take skepticism. Like the best fashion styling, it's not for everyone. When some dislike your outfit while others embrace it, that indicates you're on the right path.

      The trend of wearing a dress over pants was quite popular in the early 2000s. Do I believe every Disney star from that era executed it correctly on the red carpet? Not necessarily! However, the way this style is returning in 2025 feels quite distinct. It's not just about casually throwing a dress over pants for an edgy vibe; it’s about experimenting with silhouettes and crafting interesting shapes with slip dresses made of unique textures and varying levels of transparency. It's a fusion of feminine and masculine elements, softening the rigidness of pants with the airy flow of a dress.

      I do recognize that this look can be daunting. It feels unnatural to wear two pieces when you typically opt for just one. Therefore, I gathered some of my favorite street style inspirations to demonstrate how to effectively pull off this trend this summer.

      You can add a tube top over a lace dress and jeans for added shape (Image credit: Getty Images):

      - Skims Cotton Jersey Tube Top

      - Anthropologie Lace Godet Maxi Slip Dress

      - Abercrombie High Rise 90s Relaxed Jean

      Alternatively, layer a tank top over a simple dress with trousers for a more relaxed silhouette (Image credit: Getty Images):

      - Skims Cotton Rib Long Tank

      - MANGO Strapless Midi-Dress

      - Madewell Slouchy Straight Pants in Drapey Twill

      Consider wearing a sheer floral dress over baggy jeans and kitten heels for a cute yet casual appearance (Image credit: Getty Images):

      - Tyler McGillivary Jemma Dress

      - Gap Mid Rise Ultrasoft Baggy Jeans

      - Mango Satin Kitten-Heel Shoes

      For a subtler approach, try a monotone look with a longer dress and pants peeking out (Image credit: Getty Images):

      - Mango Knitted Dress With Bow Neckline

      - Tailored Linen Straight-Leg Trousers

      - Nothing Written Off-White Nella Strap Mini Bag

      Or you could go bold with an embellished slip, wide-leg jeans, and a statement hat (Image credit: Getty Images):

      - J. Crew Collection Slip Dress with Mirror Embellishments

      - Everlane The Way-High Curve Jean

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