blue and pink floral dress SOLANA MIDI and a smocked back for the perfect fit Aria Multi Blue Floral Maxi

Ive been seeing a bunch pop up in my Instagram ads (I guess they know me a little too well!) and while Im trying not purchase anymore for myself, I thought Id pull together the cute ones Im interested in along with some I already own, like this one or this one

By subtle, we are talking about something like polka dots or stripes, preferably sheer because it creates some contrast between the hemline of the dress and the shoes or booties

Over-the-knee boots with an above-the-knee dress can at times be tricky to pull off without looking a little on the tacky side

Pair with a sweater and loafers Sweater (fits oversized) // Black Pants // Loafers (old from Madewell

Best advice on this please