For spring, designers were in agreement that dresses are the silhouette of the season, and Girlawhirl couldn't be more thrilled. She loves the idea of stepping into or slipping on a single item and with the addition of a belt, the right shoe or just a cardigan, feeling completely "done." And best of all, with all the options in the stores, there's something to flatter everyone...
• For the office, it doesn't get any easier, or more commanding, than a sheath dress. Girlawhirl feels as if she's in charge of the whole company when she shows up for a meeting wearing a simple sheath. And this spring she can enjoy a burst of color, since in addition to prints and patterns, beautiful saturated color was another runway standout.
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| Target.com | Macys.com | Gap.com | Jcrew.com |
• A little less form fitting, and therefore a bit less formal than a sheath, shift dresses make perfect casual night out clothes, Saturday errand running outfits and bbq outfits. But in the right fabric, Girlawhirl can wear one to the office or to a meeting with a client.
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| Nordstrom.com | BananaRepublic.com | Nordstrom.com | Nordstrom.com |
• The wrap dress is truly a classic and Girlawhirl has a special section in her closet dedicated just to them. But this spring the ease of the wrap dress, whether a true wrap or faux, is re-invigorated with all kinds of patterns and prints, at all price points.
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| BodenUsa.com | BananaRepublic.com | Target.com |
• Nothing illustrates the ladylike look of spring better than a dress that's fitted on top and full (or flared) at the bottom. It's a feminine shape that's accentuated and enhanced the waists of women for years.
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| BananaRepublic.com | Nordstrom.com | Nordstrom.com | Nordstrom.com |
Girlawhirl found these pretty patterns, and tons more, in her online shopping mall at stores like: Banana Republic, Nordstrom, Target, Boden, Gap, J.Crew, and Macy's.
related articles:
| Feb 20, 2008: | prints, pattern and color are what fashion is all about for spring 08. read full entry |
| Jan 30, 2008: | girlawhirl's spring gotta have it list: bottoms. read full entry |
| Jan 23, 2008: | spring 08 fashion trend collage. read full entry |
| Sep 26, 2007: | Spring 08 ny fashion week trend wrap up. read full entry |