To wear this dress, simply button it up and adjust the collar to your liking. It's great for casual outings or semi - formal events. When it comes to care, machine wash it in cold water with like colors to keep the colors vibrant and the fabric in good shape. Avoid using bleach as it can damage the stretch cotton blend. Hang it to dry to prevent shrinking. You can iron it on a low - heat setting if needed, but make sure to iron the inside out to protect the stripes.