black midi shirt dress Studio Nicholson Arden With a button closure and a lined composition of 82% rayon and 18% nylon Patou | Pleated silk midi

If you're going for a cocktail event right after work, a chic shift dress can take you from office to evening effortlessly

Love that all the pieces are separate creating the layers like what Belles dress would truly be like

Thoughtful panel detailing enhances thestructure of the full circle skirt, creating natural movementthrough the body

Add to the girly vibe with a pink raffia handbag that has gold-tone chain straps and some raffia platform sandals with an ankle strap, both of which are perfect for the spring and summer seasons ahead

Make-Ahead Tip #1: Dice the fruits (except the apples), herbs, and toasted nuts, and whisk the dressing a day in advance