STYLING 101:

How I Wore This Slip 100 Ways

By: Claire Gatlin and Belle Bautista
Published On: 2/6/26

Well, actually 9 ways. But the In This Groove made a cameo in every outfit this week.

Nostalgic of our favorite 90s outfits, Team FP is full of creative slip dress styling ideas. There is something just so special about layering, experimenting, and mixing pieces that you mightn’t necessarily think go together. Innerwear can be outerwear; ultra-femme styles can be edgy; sleepwear can be professional and polished.

We styled our favorite In This Groove Mini Slip nine different ways, ranging from casual to more elevated looks, designed to help you style your slips no matter the season or occasion…and, even every day.

SLIP LOOK #1: CASUAL

For an easy on-the-go look, I paired this striped tee over the slip and cinched the waist with a sweatshirt. I love adding a small tie detail to my waist instead of adding a belt. Layering a tee over a slip is a classic way to make the style more casual and feels so effortless and cool.

MAKE THE LOOK:
In This Groove Mini Slip
We The Free Nora Striped Cotton Tee
With Everything Sweatshirt
Everyday Flat

SLIP LOOK #2: NAUTICAL

Since I was 16, I’ve always had a little bit of prep to my style. For this slip, I paired a striped button-down layered under a sweater, styling the slip more like a skirt. I added these boat shoes to really top off the total nautical prep girl I have always been.

MAKE THE LOOK:
In This Groove Mini Slip
We The Free Crossroads Striped Button Down
Malibu Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
Yachting Day Boat Shoes

SLIP LOOK #3: PINTEREST DUPE

One of my favorite pins features an oversized long-sleeve striped tee belted over a slip, so I wanted to recreate that here. I used this tee and vintage belt from my wardrobe to treat the slip like a skirt. I wanted to keep this effortless, so I paired it with this elevated sandal.

MAKE THE LOOK:
In This Groove Mini Slip
We The Free Veronica Striped Tee
Birkenstock Arizona Hammered Big Buckle Sandals

SLIP LOOK #4: COOL + FEMME

One thing about me–I am always in jeans. I love balancing more femme pieces with the “boyish.” Different proportions are always fun when dressing up, so I thought I’d layer this slip over a pair of jeans. For sheer slips, pairing with jeans also makes for an easy way to create everyday wear. To complete the look, I added this graphic crewneck to give the outfit a bit of edge and threw on a black pair of easy flip-flops.

MAKE THE LOOK:
In This Groove Mini Slip
Original Retro Brand Badlands Motor Company Pullover
We The Free Truro Baggy Puddle Jeans
Around Town Flip Flops

SLIP LOOK #5: UTILITARIAN

Everyone has been loving cargos recently. I feel like utility is really back! These cargos, the Onset Parachute Pants, are so lightweight and fun to style with. Mixing lightweight slips with more utility styles is a way to add contrast and texture to your look. To add a little bit of edge, I threw this simple cashmere sweater over my shoulder and a matching pair of flip-flops.

MAKE THE LOOK:
In This Groove Mini Slip
Malibu Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
We The Free Onset Cargo Pants
Around Town Flip Flops

SLIP LOOK #6: MONOCHROME

I always love a monochrome outfit, and white is a spring-summer go-to for me. I’ve been loving all the different trouser shapes we’ve been getting at FP, and wanted to pair one of those with this slip. These trousers feel simple, but still elevated. I added a simple suede flat as my shoe and feel like this is basically my everyday outfit. Finding pieces that match the colors of your slips is an easy way to create a cohesive, put-together look.

MAKE THE LOOK:
In This Groove Mini Slip
We The Free Stand Up Barrel Chino Pants
Everyday Flat

SLIP LOOK #7: SUMMER STAPLE

Philadelphia summers are no joke, so when it comes to getting dressed, less is usually best. Slips are always a staple for me in the summer, and I loved putting this one with these longer jean shorts for a super approachable feel. To balance the two, I added a simple flat with a bit of character with that split-toe shape, and I’ll probably be wearing this every day once the temperature hits 75. You can also style your slips solo or layer them over your favorite linen shorts for a summer-friendly style.

MAKE THE LOOK:
In This Groove Mini Slip
We The Free Reese Workwear Shorts
Pit Lane Flats

SLIP LOOK #8: RUNWAY

I am always sourcing outfit inspiration–from Vogue to Pinterest to the runway. One of my favorite brands to watch is Isabel Marant, and they do an amazing job at balancing pieces you might not naturally pair together. I wanted to pair our dainty slip with these more distressed jeans for a cool juxtaposition. I’ve been loving suede in all seasons and wanted to add on a cool boot to tuck the jeans into, really diving into the Marant vibe.

MAKE THE LOOK:
In This Groove Mini Slip
We The Free Stick Around Mid-Rise Straight Curve Jeans
Frye Campus 12R Boots

SLIP LOOK #9: NIGHT OUT

This is the perfect night out look. An easy slip with a cool leather jacket feels so effortless, and I love adding this studded clog to feel cool and different. Adding on the Emerson tote, I’ve perfectly balanced this femme and rugged look.

MAKE THE LOOK:
In This Groove Mini Slip
We The Free Circe Leather Jacket
We The Free Emerson Tote Bag
Blakeney Mini Clogs

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Frequently Asked Questions

What tops can I layer over a slip dress?

Layer an oversized tee, button-down, crewneck pullover, or cashmere sweater over your slip dress to create different looks--from casual to preppy to edgy. We love layering an edgy leather jacket over a femme slip dress for an unexpected pairing.

How do I style a slip dress casually?

Pair a tee over the slip and cinch the waist with a sweatshirt tied at the waist, or layer the slip over jeans with a graphic crewneck and flip-flops for an effortless, everyday look.

Can I wear a slip dress with pants?

Yes, layer your slip over jeans, cargo pants, trousers, or shorts to create contrast and texture while making sheer slips more wearable for everyday occasions.

How do I make a slip dress look more polished?

Style the slip like a skirt by layering a button-down and sweater over it, or pair it with matching trousers in the same color for a cohesive, put-together monochrome look.

What shoes work best with slip dresses?

The sky's the limit: flats, sandals, flip-flops, boat shoes, boots, and studded clogs all pair well with slip dresses depending on the occasion and overall vibe you're creating.

How do I style a slip dress for a night out?

Pair your slip with a leather jacket, add a studded clog or boot, and carry a structured tote bag to balance femme and rugged elements for an effortless evening look.

Can I wear a slip dress in different seasons?

Yes, slips are versatile year-round—wear them solo or with shorts in summer. In cooler weather, layer over jeans or under sweaters, and pair with boots for fall and winter.

How do I create contrast when styling a slip dress?

Mix lightweight, feminine slips with utility pieces like cargo pants, distressed jeans, or graphic tees to add edge, and to balance different proportions and textures.