Styledash http://www.styledash.com Styledash http://www.styledash.com/feedlogo.gif Styledash http://www.styledash.com en-us Copyright 2008 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/Dress of the Day: Rory Beca Virginia Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/26/dress-of-the-day-rory-beca-virginia-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/26/dress-of-the-day-rory-beca-virginia-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/26/dress-of-the-day-rory-beca-virginia-dress/#commentsFiled under: ,

rory beca virginia silk mini dress
We're doing a second Dress of the Day today, partially because our motivation melted in the late-June heat yesterday, and partially because we couldn't wait until tomorrow to gawk at this silk handkerchief masquerading as a mini dress.

The Virginia Silk Mini Dress by designer Rory Beca is a little wrap style dress, and by "little," we mean "extremely super tiny," that is held closed in the front with a snap button at the crossover V neckline and a solid sash belt that ties.

Apparently, there is an elastic waistband that would be helpful for those of us who might need a little bit of give around the waist, but really, if that were the case, we shouldn't be wearing a dress that falls a mere 17" from the natural waistline.

The dress features side slash pockets which we assume is only for show. If you put anything in those pockets, they'd drag the dress right off your body.

Available from Saks Fifth Avenue for $322.
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]]>dressmini dressrory becasaks fifth avenuesilkSarah J. Gim2008-06-26T11:55:00 00:00Dress of the Day: T-Bags Print Tube Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/24/dress-of-the-day-t-bags-print-tube-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/24/dress-of-the-day-t-bags-print-tube-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/24/dress-of-the-day-t-bags-print-tube-dress/#commentsFiled under: ,

t bags print tube maxi dress
We have a confession to make.

Ever since investing all of $40 on a cheap jersey maxi dress a few weeks ago, we have been unable to give our attention to anything else. Yes, we are obsessed with the maxi dress.

Of course, the Print Tube dress by T-bags is nowhere near a mere $40, but the brick and blue multi-print rayon dress is worth the $218 price. The dress has ruching and an overly at the bust and falls 51" to the floor, perfect for a pair of thongs on a tall girl, or platform wedge sandals on those of us who are not quite so tall. Because the dress is strapless, it can work for evening, too.

Available from ShopBop for $218.
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]]>dressdressesfllor lengthlong dressmaxi dresst-bagsSarah J. Gim2008-06-24T08:02:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Filippa K Boob Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/06/23/dress-of-the-day-filippa-k-boob-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/23/dress-of-the-day-filippa-k-boob-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/06/23/dress-of-the-day-filippa-k-boob-dress/#commentsFiled under: ,


filippa k boob dressIt would have been nice if the name of this Multi-color "Boob" dress by Filippa K were some hint, some promise of, well, any help it could provide for us in that area.

Unfortunately, the dress has nothing to do with "support" or "enhancement."

Fortunately, the purple (bloom), taupe (bark) and white color blocked dress has everything to do with staying stylishly cool through the heat of summer. Strapless means it can be worn out in the sunshine without the thret of tan marks, 100% viscose is cool to the touch, and the ruched waist makes the dress easy and comfortable to wear.

The dress is available from Matthew Izzo for $189.
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]]>dressdress of the daydressesfilippa kSarah J. Gim2008-06-23T11:30:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Gabby Bubble Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/27/dress-of-the-day-gabby-bubble-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/27/dress-of-the-day-gabby-bubble-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/27/dress-of-the-day-gabby-bubble-dress/#commentsFiled under: ,


houseofspy bubble dressWe tucked away the color purple, along with My Little Pony and mermaids, when we graduated from elementary school.

However, with purple a prominent color on designers' palettes this season (is that too much alliteration for a Sunday morning?), we've been paying closer attention to it and its many shades. We love the Gabby Bubble Dress, which is simply identified as "purple," but is really a lighter lilac in our eyes. The dress with the subtly bubble silhouette comes from House of Spy, the line from former biology student Wendy Wong. The fabric is 70% silk, 30% cotton, and 100% made for late Spring. The halter strap is detachable.

Available from Revolve Clothing for $187.
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]]>bubbledressdresseshalterhouse of spypurpleSarah J. Gim2008-04-27T11:00:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Grace Sun Tank Waterfall Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/25/dress-of-the-day-grace-sun-tank-waterfall-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/25/dress-of-the-day-grace-sun-tank-waterfall-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/25/dress-of-the-day-grace-sun-tank-waterfall-dress/#commentsFiled under: ,


grace sun tank waterfall dressThank God it's Friday, because we weren't sure how long we could last without having a reason to wear the Tank Waterfall Dress by Grace Sun.

The dress is made of 100% silk in a bright fuschia, called bougainvillea (a flower that we could never pronounce). Everything about the dress if fun and flirty, from the asymmetrical ruffle on the side to the little tie at the waist. The catalog description says the dress tends to run a little big, but we're inclined to stay with our size, since we kind of like that loose hanging fit. Since we've seen this color all season paired with black, we like a pair of black strappy sandals and little patent leather clutch.

The Tank Waterfall Dress by Grace Sun is available from IvyBlue.com for $282.
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]]>Sarah J. Gim2008-04-25T07:30:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Hussy Margarita Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/24/dress-of-the-day-hussy-margarita-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/24/dress-of-the-day-hussy-margarita-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/24/dress-of-the-day-hussy-margarita-dress/#commentsFiled under: ,


hussy margarita dressAh, how could we not love a dress from a designer line called "Hussy?"

Strangely enough, as saucy as designer Marie Hatzis' line's name is, the Margarita dress is everything but. The color is called a soft "cloud," and subtly printed fabric is made of 90% smooth silk and 10% lurex for a sheen. There's a feminine ruffle at the wide, modestly scooped neckline. Just about the only thing that could potentially make this dress fit with its name Hussy is the hemline. The dress is short short short, but a pair of sweet Mary Janes (with a 5" heel of course) will balance.

The dress is available from Revolve Clothing for $334.
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]]>Sarah J. Gim2008-04-24T07:35:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Lux Nashville Skyline Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/23/dress-of-the-day-lux-nashville-skyline-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/23/dress-of-the-day-lux-nashville-skyline-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/23/dress-of-the-day-lux-nashville-skyline-dress/#commentsFiled under: ,


lux nashville skyline dressWe always love the timelessness of a shirtdress, and Urban Outfitters takes the classic silhouette and makes it feminine with the Lux Nashville Skyline Dress. The dress has short, puffed sleeves, tiny ruffles along the front placket and on the sleeves, and a sash that ties into a bow on the back. We also like how the dress is styled in the photo with the addition of a belt. Our choice, though, would be wider, and whatever happens to match our 5" heels.

The dress also has a little bit of country with its black and white gingham print. The buttons don't go down all the way, so we'd definitely wear this dress over a pair of jeans, leggings, or slip a slip under the dress.

The Lux Nashville Skyline Dress is available from UrbanOutfitters.com for $48.
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]]>Sarah J. Gim2008-04-23T08:42:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Bouquet Ruffle Sash Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/22/dress-of-the-day-bouquet-ruffle-sash-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/22/dress-of-the-day-bouquet-ruffle-sash-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/22/dress-of-the-day-bouquet-ruffle-sash-dress/#commentsFiled under: ,


larsen gray ruddle sash dressIn honor of all that is green and good for Earth Day today, we're slipping into the Bouquet Ruffle Sash Dress by Larsen Gray. The dress is made of 100% organic cotton jersey, so it has a sexy cling, and features a ruffled sash across the bodice's bias that creates a single shoulder look. The dress falls 34" from the shoulder, so a pair of (eco-friendly) sandals in quite in order.

Though the catalog description says "dry clean," we're sure you'll find ways to keep the dress and environment clean without resorting to that.

Available from ShopBop for $229.
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]]>Sarah J. Gim2008-04-22T13:49:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Tommy Bahama Blue Coral Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/20/dress-of-the-day-tommy-bahama-blue-coral-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/20/dress-of-the-day-tommy-bahama-blue-coral-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/20/dress-of-the-day-tommy-bahama-blue-coral-dress/#commentsFiled under: ,


tommy bahama blue coral dressNever in a million years did we think we would ever wear something from Tommy Bahama, a brand that we have historically associated with 55 year old wealthy retired men in Orange County whose favorite past time is deep sea fishing (don't ask us how we built that image in our heads - we just did).

However, the Blue Coral dress, though not completely changing our idea, at least gives us a reason to perhaps try Tommy Bahama. The navy blue halter dress has ivory embroidered embellishments at the high waistline (more like the bottom of the bustline), and the hem falls 31" from the natural neckline. We love the femininity of the full skirt and the embroidery detai that are paired with a little bit of a plunging neckline. We like this dress paired with comfortably cute flats for a Sunday afternoon brunching and shopping with Mom and Dad.

The dress is available from Nordstrom for $198.
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]]>bluedressdresseshalternavytommy bahamaSarah J. Gim2008-04-20T15:00:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Missoni Zig Zag Striped Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/18/dress-of-the-day-missoni-zig-zag-striped-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/18/dress-of-the-day-missoni-zig-zag-striped-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/18/dress-of-the-day-missoni-zig-zag-striped-dress/#commentsFiled under: , ,


m missoni zig zag striped dressIf there's one thing we can do to make ourselves feel like Spring even when it's 40 degrees outside (yes, we exaggerate, we know, but if you lived in LA you'd be mad at Mother Nature, too), it's dressing in Spring flingy clothes.

We love the colors on the Zig Zag Striped Dress (it may have something to do with Tiffany, but we won't admit that out blog), and still can't get over the fact that it's made by Missoni. The signature Italian knit designer has updated its styles with color-blocking and a new shape. The dress features a scalloped hem that falls 37½" from the shoulder, giving you enough room to show off your early-glowing legs in a pair of silver or gray strappy sandals for a casual evening, or patent white flats for a slightly dressed up daytime.

The Zig Zag Striped Dress by M Missoni is available from Saks Fifth Avenue for $595.
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]]>Sarah J. Gim2008-04-18T11:31:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Cherry Blossom Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/12/dress-of-the-day/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/12/dress-of-the-day/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/12/dress-of-the-day/#commentsFiled under: ,


j crew dress cherry blossomWe're bringing you another pretty little Spring dress because we happened to miss the Dress of the Day on Friday; and if there's one thing we can't tolerate, is not having enough dresses to get us through the weekend.

Though we are not always fond of J. Crew, mostly for its too-high pricetag for only-decent clothing, we make an excuse this season for the Cherry Blossom dress, which features the pretty little floral that we often associate with early Spring. The lightweight silk dress is a shift silhouette that pulls over the head through a modest ruffled neckline and button-front placket. Short sleeves are un-lined and feature ruffle cuffs. Our favorite feature, of course, is the hidden on-seam pockets.

Available from JCrew.com for $198.
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]]>cherry blossomdressdressesj crewredspringSarah J. Gim2008-04-12T09:45:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Isaac Mizrahi Color Block Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/12/dress-of-the-day-mizrahi-color-block-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/12/dress-of-the-day-mizrahi-color-block-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/12/dress-of-the-day-mizrahi-color-block-dress/#commentsFiled under: ,


mizrahi color block dressWe love the look of navy blue and white for Spring, and this year, we're seeing a splash of kelly green added to the color duo all over the place to make for a striking threesome. Isaac Mizrahi's Color Block dress really allows the color combination to stand out with a 100% polyester matte jersey color blocked dress. The dress features a high neck, cut away sleeves, a classic long lean silhouette, and the navy blue, contrasting lighter blue, and kelly green. We love this dress for a casual day look with a pair of navy blue ballet flats, or dressed up for a weekend brunch with Mom and Dad with a pair of round-toe navy and white spectator pumps.

The dress is available from Target.com for $29.99.
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]]>bluedressdressesgreenisaac mizrahikellynavyspringtargetSarah J. Gim2008-04-12T09:00:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Kate and Kass Hillary Clinton Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/10/dress-of-the-day/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/10/dress-of-the-day/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/10/dress-of-the-day/#commentsFiled under: ,


kate and kass hillary clinton dressRareChic is packing up and moving to New York so they're having a moving sale (which we didn't quite understand because the store is online - but hey, who are we to argue with a sale?). Everything is 25% off, including this adorable silk mini dress by Kate and Kass.

We're not quite sure why the dress style is called "Hillary Clinton" and can only guess that perhaps it's the slate blue color? The Hillary Clinton dress is 100% silk, sleeveless with a bib yoke, has a gathered neckline and back zipper closure. The dress falls 32" from the shoulder.

Available form Rarechic.com.
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]]>dressdresseskate and kassSarah J. Gim2008-04-10T15:00:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Burberry Satin Stretch Shirtdresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/09/dress-of-the-day-burberry-satin-stretch-shirtdress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/09/dress-of-the-day-burberry-satin-stretch-shirtdress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/09/dress-of-the-day-burberry-satin-stretch-shirtdress/#commentsFiled under: ,


burberry satin shirt dressReally, just how many shirtdresses can we have? Is there a point at which we might have too many?

Never.

Especially when the next one we buy is a shiny bright fuschia short sleeve shirtdress from Burberry. The color is perfect for the bright color trends we're seeing for Spring. The satin dress has viscose and elastane so it stretches and hugs your curves. We love the detail on the seams, the top-button closure, and the belt at the natural waistline. The hemline falls to the knee.

Available from Bloomingdale's for $895.
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]]>burberrydressdressesfuschiaSarah J. Gim2008-04-09T13:00:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Bra-top halter maxi dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/08/dress-of-the-day-bra-top-halter-maxi-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/08/dress-of-the-day-bra-top-halter-maxi-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/08/dress-of-the-day-bra-top-halter-maxi-dress/#commentsFiled under: ,


victoria's secret maxi dressWe're definitely sure we love the maxi dress that is long on attention this season, and surely into the summer. However, we're not sure we can actually pull the floor-length style off during the day.

That's why we're going to go with an inexpensive dress to start, to see how we feel after running around town this weekend meeting friends for brunch, running errands, and possibly grabbing a cocktail before sunset. Victoria's Secret Maxi Bra-top dress is only $98. It has a built-in shelf bra for support, an open cut-out back, and empire waist, ruched front, and falls 41" from the natural waistline. The dress comes in the color shown, ultra teal, and black.

Available from VictoriasSecret.com
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]]>dressdress of the daydressesmaxi dressSarah J. Gim2008-04-08T19:05:00 00:00Dress of the Day: April Marin will make your ownhttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/07/dress-of-the-day-april-marin-will-make-your-own/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/07/dress-of-the-day-april-marin-will-make-your-own/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/07/dress-of-the-day-april-marin-will-make-your-own/#commentsFiled under: ,


april marin capri dressWe'll be honest with you all.

We don't have a perfect body.

Rather, when we put on that size X dress, it doesn't always fit everywhere like a size X -- the bust is usually too big, the waist too small, and the hemline is always too long. But hey! the sleeves fit great!

Rather than punish our self-esteem over and over for our "imperfect" bodies, we can have dresses custom made to our measurements by AprilMarin. We love the '60s-inspired Capri Pencil dress style for which we choose one of seven colors (jackets also get the choice of nine different lining colors), then fill in our measurements. AprilMarin makes the dress that fits perfectly, and sends it to you.

The Capri Dress is $130, available from the AprilMarin website.
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]]>aprilmarinbespokecustome madedressdress of thedressesSarah J. Gim2008-04-07T12:34:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Tufi Duek "Beth" Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/04/dress-of-the-day-tufi-duek-beth-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/04/dress-of-the-day-tufi-duek-beth-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/04/dress-of-the-day-tufi-duek-beth-dress/#commentsFiled under: ,


tufi duek beth dressIf it's Spring, it's definitely time to pull out the quintessential Spring time color palette of nautical navy blue and white. But you don't have to wear a pair of white sailor pants and Gilligan shirt. Tufi Duek's "Beth" dress is made of a navy blue jersey stretch fabric. The satin scoop neckline will let you breathe, and features a very nautical-inspired white rope and grommet detail. Pleating at the bustline and at the back make the dress a comfortable wear for daytime. We'd outfit this dress with a pair of flats, either in a matching navy blue, or patent red for contrast.

Available from Bluefly for $195.
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]]>dressdressesnavytufi duekwhiteSarah J. Gim2008-04-04T12:30:00 00:00Dress of the Day: INC Striped V-neck Sweater Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/04/03/dress-of-the-day-inc-striped-v-neck-sweater-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/03/dress-of-the-day-inc-striped-v-neck-sweater-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/04/03/dress-of-the-day-inc-striped-v-neck-sweater-dress/#commentsFiled under: ,

INC v-neck striped sweater dress
Mother Nature is toying with us here in southern California. One day we're teased well beyond Spring into 90 degree summer weather. The next day, we're hurled back to the chill of early February.

It's really toying with our daily wardrobe choices.

INC's Striped V-neck Sweater Dress is perfect for these turbulent times. The bright pinks are a reminder that yes, we are, in fact, recognizing Spring, but the long sleeves will keep us warm through the 50 degree temperatures and sometimes rain. Because the dress is under $100, we won't feel bad that we'll only wear it for a couple of weeks during this temporary seasonal flux (we hope).

The dress is available from Amazon for $74.25.
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]]>blackdressdressesINCinternational concepts incInternationalConceptsIncpinkstripessweater dresssweatersSarah J. Gim2008-04-03T11:00:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Sublet Alison Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/03/27/dress-of-the-day-sublet-alison-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/03/27/dress-of-the-day-sublet-alison-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/03/27/dress-of-the-day-sublet-alison-dress/#commentsFiled under: , ,

sublet alison dressIt's Spring, which means you have to do the roommate shuffle in just a few short months when you head back home for the summer. Finding someone to sublet your place is a real pain.

Unless you're Tara Eisenberg and Inessah Selditz, who found each other looking for apartments, and ended up creating Sublet, an eco-friendly clothing line.

The Alison Dress is made of 30% organic cotton, 67% bamboo, and
3% spandex. The Alison dress has a deep V-neckline with graceful pleating throughout the front and back and a contrast twill tape at the empire waist. Obviously, I love this dress because it has pockets.

The dress comes in natural, black, and olive, and is available at Sublet's website for $242.
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]]>bamboocottondressdress of the daydresseseconaturalorganicsubletSarah J. Gim2008-03-27T13:40:00 00:00Dress of the Day: Lotta Stenson Fleur de Sole Dresshttp://www.styledash.com/2008/03/16/dress-of-the-day-lotta-stenson-fleur-de-sole-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/03/16/dress-of-the-day-lotta-stenson-fleur-de-sole-dress/http://www.styledash.com/2008/03/16/dress-of-the-day-lotta-stenson-fleur-de-sole-dress/#commentsFiled under: ,

lotta stenson fleur de sole poppy jersey dress
Perhaps I jumped the gun with Lotta Stenson's Fleur de Sole dress because it sure looked warm enough outside to wear something so bare, but it is, as March always is, windy enough to flip that dress inside out.

Nonetheless, the bright, poppy-colored jersey dress must be had for the gold floral embroidery along the high hemline, gold braid around the scoop neckline that ties in the back, and deep V back.

The dress is available from Bluefly for $176, originally $295. It also come sin a bright, peacock blue.
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]]>braideddressdressesembroiderygoldlotta stensonpoppySarah J. Gim2008-03-16T14:49:00 00:00