Listing Mindy Kaling as one of my biggest fashion inspirations was definitely not on my bingo card this year, but I'm happy ...

Layering a white blazer over a cream knit dress offers the perfect contrast to make the neutral hue pop. Accessorize with a matching blanket scarf and black pointed-toe heels to add more intrigue ...

As long as your blazer dress is long enough to graze your fingertips (i.e. doesn't actually look like you forgot pants), it's a yes in my book. Shop for more demure colors, like black, red ...