Mini or maxi, fitted or oversized, plain or with prints… dresses are a quintessential item in any woman’s wardrobe – not just for making a professional impression at the office or getting gussied up for a night on the town, but also for looking effortlessly chic and casual any time of day. Gone are the times of heavy fabrics, obligatory long hemlines and strict rules governing the way a “proper” woman should dress. Today the style options are endless, with shapes and looks to suit all tastes – and no heels required!
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Choose natural fabrics as cotton, silk and linen, go with simple colors all all the dusty variations of pastels, opt for a normal length – midi is always the right one, but you can of course try also the midi and maxi version. Printed dresses come in all lengths and shapes – just look for a pattern that’s really you, and which will make you shine. Solid colors always look elegant and fine, for every occasion, so yes, go with the floral dress, but never forget about the super simple, girly one and yes, one color is just fine. The cut is very simple and not form-fitting, so you may choose to wear a belt around your waist to accent your figure.
Dresses are an enduring favourite, in part thanks to their ease of styling – no need to worry about pairing up a top and bottom, just put on a dress and go!
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