THE IT LIST

The product: Guess Bijou ruffle satin midi dress

Why we love it: The winter doldrums have fully settled in. And they have likely hit your closet, too.

If you’ve had your fill of chunky knit-and-trouser outfit combinations, why not consider mixing it up a bit and adding in an item that you wouldn’t normally associate with cold-weather dressing? A dress like this Bijou ruffle satin midi from the brand Guess can breathe a little sunshine back into your season, sartorially speaking, at least.

The design, which features a floral jacquard satin, complete with a ruffle trim and a tie waist and a sunny yellow hue, is sure to look chic once the weather warms up when worn on its own. But no need to wait. We’re partial to the idea of wearing a dress like this now, paired with a turtleneck layered underneath (albeit one that’s not too bulky).

Want to really up the style factor of this sunny ensemble? Pair a satin dress like the Guess Bijou style with the aforementioned turtleneck, a pair of jeans and cool ankle boots for an updated take on a relaxed robe coat or kimono. It’s sure to improve your winter blues. Now, if only it could actually do something about improving the weather ...