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Ten of the best kimono dresses
The kimono dress is such a strong and distinctive look that it can be hard to pull off. But when you get it right, it’s a real statement outfit and a great talking point at cocktail parties. Luckily, the kimono form has been adapted by numerous designers over the years to create more contemporary styles which just about everyone can wear without the pre-requisite of “that certain look”. Here, we’ve picked ten of our favourite kimono dresses that challenge the perception while still being ultra-wearable. Lucy floral-print silk-blend jersey dress from ISSA A demure outfit for a literary luncheon. Priced at £695. Available from matchesfashion.com Frederica dress from Jovanna A…
Spring/Summer 2014 from Coast
Who? Coast What? Coast is relaxing its attitude to dressing up for their Spring/Summer 2014 collection. As well as using bright colours and a mix of fabrics, the designers have gone for a more mix and match look with split pieces. This one is a seriously eclectic collection. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store from Coast How? Buy now from Coast Ten photos from Coast SS14
Fashion pick: Mallory embroidered skirt from Monsoon
Who? Monsoon What? Nothing beats embroidery when it comes to detail and we love the ones on this Mallory skirt. It has an ethic air, giving the patterns an exotic feel. But it’s also simple enough to wear to a function or business meeting. Priced at £49. When? Available now Where? Available online from Monsoon How? Buy now from Monsoon
Fashion pick: Keeley feather dress from Coast
Who? Coast What? We’ve fallen in love with the Keeley feather dress from Coast. It’s just the thing if you’re fretting about what to wear to the races or even to a wedding. It’s effortlessly feminine and the pastel colours will take you from spring through to summer. Priced at £169. When? Available now Where? Available online from Coast How? Buy now from Coast
Fashion pick: Rosabelle dress from Hobbs
What? Rosabelle print dress. Priced at £299. Where? Available online from Hobbs and from House of Fraser
Ten of the best white dresses
As the summer solstice draws to an end, we say goodbye to spring and welcome summer. We’ve had the pinks and the pastels for the spring season but now it’s time to set those tans off with a splash of white. Of course white works for clothes and accessories but we’re going for a classic – the demure white dress. Except it’s less about frou-frou wedding dresses and more about fabulous outfits for the cocktail hour. Here, we’ve picked ten of our favourite party-ready white dresses Metallic lace silk dress from Aidan Mattox Priced at £330. Available from John Lewis Hettie Jacquard dress from Phase Eight Priced at £99. Available…
