Kelly Clarkson Proved You Can Wear Sleeveless Dresses Year-Round with This Layering Hack

Mar. 15, 2025

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Kelly Clarkson on the Kelly Clarkson show wearing a brown dress with Floerns Women’s V Neck dress collaged on orange half circle on lower right

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Snow may still be on the ground, but warm weather is quickly approaching. AndKelly Clarkson’ssavvy layering hack is a winter-to-spring ‘fit you can break out now.

On a recent episode ofThe Kelly Clarkson Show, the host styled a brown pinafore dress with an asymmetrical hemline over a black fitted long-sleeve shirt — a.k.a. the perfect combination for transitional weather. She tied the look together with sheer tights and black heels.

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Kelly Clarkson show with kelly to the left wearing a dress and couch with logo above is to the right

This isn’t the first time Clarkson inspired us to repurpose sleeveless dresses in colder months —she donned a similar outfiton her talk show last fall. And the best part is, you can style the dress on its own — and ditch your boots for sandals — once the weather warms up.

Itching to take Clarkson’s layering hack for a spin? We rounded up similarlayering teesandpinafore dressesat Amazon, starting at just $15.

Anrabess Ribbed-Knit Long-Sleeve Tee

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Amazon ANRABESS Women Long Sleeve Crewneck Rib Knit Slim Fit Shirts

$15 at Amazon

This ribbed-knit long-sleeve shirt is available in 30 colors, making it the perfect base layer for a range of outfits.One five-star reviewer saidit’s “form fitting with enough stretch in the fabric that it does not feel restrictive.”

Prettygarden Textured Slim-Fit Long-Sleeve Shirt

PRETTYGARDEN Women’s Tops 2025 Cute Long Sleeve Crewneck Blouses Plain Slim Fit Fall Shirts Textured Knit Basic T Shirts

$23 at Amazon

If you’re looking for an undershirt with a unique design, opt for this textured long-sleeve top from Prettygarden. It has a slim fit, high neckline, and ruffled cuffs.

Allegra K V-Neck Tweed Pinafore Dress

Allegra K Women’s Pinafore Dress V Neck Button Down Pockets Vintage

$54$50 at Amazon

For the remainder of winter, wear this tweed pinafore dress over a white turtleneck shirt with knee-high boots to the office. And once spring hits, swap your wool coat for a lightweight cardigan and complete the look with ballet flats or kitten heels.

Hooever Corduroy Pullover Mini Dress

Hooever Women’s Corduroy Overall Dress Round Neck A Line Skirtall Jumper Mini Dress

$37$29 at Amazon

Throw this corduroy mini on with a long-sleeve tee of your choice, tights, and Chelsea boots. The tank-style dress will look cute with platform sandals and a floppy hat come spring.

Bzb Denim Overall Mini Dress

BZB Women’s Sleeveless Casual Denim Dress Crewneck Vintage Overall Mini Dress with Pockets

$46 at Amazon

Available in sizes S–XXL, this denim overall mini dress can be layered over a long-sleeve tee or cable-knit sweater now, and then styled on its own with cowgirl boots once the weather heats up. Plus, it has roomy front patch pockets.

Ekouaer Turtleneck Shirt

Ekouaer Women’s Turtleneck Long Sleeve Shirts Fall Fashion Lightweight Base Layer

$20$16 at Amazon

Floerns V-Neck Corduroy Button-Down Mini Dress

$33$28 at Amazon

One five-star reviewer saidthis corduroy button-down dress “fits wonderfully” and is easy style with a long- or short-sleeve top underneath, whileanother shopperfound the A-line design to be “more flattering” than other pinafore silhouettes. It comes in a variety of neutrals, including black, brown, and navy.

Milumia V-Neck Plaid Pinafore Dress

Milumia Women’s Plaid V Neck Pinafore Overall Short Dress Losse Mini Jumper Dress with Pockets

$36 at Amazon

This pull-on style combines two of Clarkson’s favorite trends: pinafore dresses andplaid designs. The dress has wide shoulder straps, front pockets, and a deep V-neckline; opt for a turtleneck underneath now, then transition to a short-sleeve tee in warmer weather. Choose from sizes XS–3X.

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