h&m maxi floral dress Women's Black/floral Long Cotton Made with high H&M H&M Floral Maxi Dress

I added an easy-going and taupe cardigan for a relaxed, cozy layer accessorized with my favourite warm grey handbag (a late last autumn purchase), a taupe flat-brimmed felt hat (which Im also wearing in my Country Checks look below) and warm, mid-toned lip

Origin of the Empire Dress The empire dress emerged in early-1800s France during the First Empire under Napoleon

When you dress up, you can simply follow the formula of wearing trousers, a shirt, a jacket, a tie, and dress shoes or loafers

A sash can add to the costume

Ive worn it to the office, dinners, and even while traveling it always makes me look polished