Kerry Washington's Elegant Dress Had a Seasonal Detail Reese Witherspoon and Jessica Alba Wear, Too

Mar. 15, 2025

Photo:Kelly Washington(1); Amazon (3)

Kelly Washington(1); Amazon (3)

Not ready to give up dresses quite yet? Not to worry —Kerry Washingtonjust showed us exactly how tobring the style into fall.

While out in New York City, the actress was spotted wearing a gorgeous green dress that had plenty of standout details, including patch pockets, a belted waist, and short sleeves. She styled the look with pointed beige shoes and a crossbody bag.

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Short-sleeve dresses have been a popular choice among stars likeReese WitherspoonandJessic Albarecently — the style is ideal for those who want a little more coverage than a spaghetti strap or strapless dress provides. The dress paired with pointed toe heels is simply an elegent look, while a hands-free crossbody bag is forever a practical choice.

Kerry Washington’s Outfit Blueprint

Anrabess Short-Sleeve Dress

Amazon

$40 at Amazon

A short-sleeve dress like this $40 style from Amazon is smart for unpredictable fall weather. The oversized short sleeves keep your shoulders covered, while the ends include ruffles for a romantic vibe. The V-neck shows a small amount of skin, and the silhouette has three tiers to make it extra flowy. Depending on the weather, I would wear it with socks and white sneakers or tights and boots. It’s available in 17 colors, including green, black, and red.

FashionPuzzle Chevron Quilted Crossbody Bag

$20 at Amazon

Meghan Markle,Taylor Swift, andOpraharejust some of the famous faceswho are fans of crossbody bags. This quilted purse is on sale for just $20 today, and it comes with two main compartments that are secured with zippers to keep your belongings protected. The shoulder strap is adjustable for a custom fit, which is important to me due to my shorter frame.One shopperlikes the versatility of the bag: “You can dress it up and dress it down.”

Amazon Essentials Pointed-Toe Ballet Flats

$24 at Amazon

A no-brainer way to dress up your outfit? Pointed-toe flats like this pair from Amazon that I’m immediately adding to my cart. While heels might not be the most practical for everyday wear, these shoeshave a padded insole with memory foam plus a heel pillow to cushion your feet for added comfort. They’re available in either  faux suede and faux leather -calf skin looks like a stylish alternative to leather. And they have a slight quarter-inch heel, meaning they’ll dress up your outfit no matter what you pair them with.

Nordstrom Pleated A-Line Dress

Nordstrom

$99 at Nordstrom

Madewell The Essential Mini Bucket Tote

Madewell

$138$110 at Madewell

Mango Crossbody Bag

$80 at Mango.com

Zoe and Claire Short Sleeve Mixed Media Dress

$88 at Nordstrom

Joy in Love Pointy Toe Heels

$49 at Amazon

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source: people.com