jessica mcclintock red dress Mc Clintock Halter – Ragstock Red Vintage Mermaid Dress with

A simple matte suede pump or a sleek, thin metallic leather sandal adds the necessary touch of glamour without aggressively competing with the magnificent texture of the dress itself

The bold colour blocking design of her dress helps, as do the slightly less stark shades of bubblegum pink and candy-apple red

Just enough to add some colour, but not bright like, say, a white linen or coulored silk pocket square

The Jersey (95% Polyester, 5% Spandex) fabric adds a considered finish to the overall design

But Ive learned that its less about toning those statement boots down and more about letting them shine by styling them with basics (e.g., a pair of shorts and a sweater)