Posts Tagged ‘summer dress’

When the sun is shining, nothing beats the glow of a flowery summer dress.

Floral patterns are bright, attractive and colourful, and the patterns never seem to go out of fashion.

Styles change, however, so if you’re searching out the perfect floral outfit, shop smart – you can easily find dress shapes that will still be ‘in’ next year.

If you’re feeling bold, you could try going for a bright, block-colour dress with floral accessories, such as bracelets or brooches.

There’s an endless array of petal-powered women’s fashion items, and if you’re not planning to bare your legs this season, a long, flowing flowery skirt could be an ideal way to get into the summer spirit without going overboard.

And remember that adding some colourful sandals or tights will really set off your outfit.

The latest women’s fashion news courtesy of the Roman Originals blog.

Move over mini skirts, the maxi dress is having a moment this Summer, and this time round anyone can pull off the look.

Maxis are an essential part of your Summer wardrobe – they keep you cool in the hot weather, and hide a multitude of sins without scrimping on style.

Jersey or tube styles are popular options with maxi dresses, and for added glamour opt for a halterneck style.  This versatile items can also be carried into evening, by covering up arms with a shrug or shawl.

These dresses hit the floor in the most fashionable way, so make sure you’re not without a maxi this season.

The latest women’s fashion news courtesy of the Roman Originals blog.

When it’s your daughter’s special day, you want to look and feel special with her and stand out as proud mother of the bride. So, where do you start when it comes to ladies wedding clothing?

There are endless amounts of womens dresses available, but which one is the right style for the occasion?

As mother of the bride, a knee length or ankle length dress should be on the cards. You can even pair a skirt and top, but make sure that the length is appropriate and you feel comfortable.

For a winter wedding, you may be able to get hold of a matching jacket for your dress; this will look appropriate and keep you warm for outdoor photographs, and can be taken off indoors.

For women conscious of the top of their arms, you can cover up in winter or summer with a bolero or light weight shrug.

For a summer wedding, a sun dress would look great, if you are comfortable in bright colours you could dare to wear a bold coloured summer dress or floral print sun dress, which would be great for a garden wedding.

If you are looking for something to help sculpt your waist, a thick belt may be too harsh. Instead, try tying round some ribbon as a waist belt – you could even have it made in advance to match the colours of the wedding.

If you are looking for an ultra glamorous look, there are lots of glam maxi dresses out that are appropriate for special occasions. They also hide your legs and can also look great on plus-sized women.

Other things to bear in mind are the location and style of the wedding; if it is a church wedding, bear in mind how the bride wants the wedding to look, a low cut strapless dress may not be appropriate.

The latest women’s fashion news courtesy of the Roman Originals blog.

The little black dress is well known for being any ladies wardrobe essential item, but it is now being given a run for it’s money with the introduction of the little white dress. The LWD is fast becoming a firm favourite this season, and is versatile enough to wear from autumn through to summer. There are many varieties and ways to wear the LWD, to adapt to suit the occasion. This look is becoming more popular with celebrities, who have often been seen this season, adorning their white dresses for red carpet events. It can be difficult to get this look right, so careful consideration needs to be made when trying this trend.

The little white dress oozes innocence and purity, so wear suitable feminine accessories to make this look your own. A little known secret about the LWD is that it can have the same, if not more of a slimming effect than the little black dress. The key to wearing this look well, is to wear the correct style to suit your shape, and to suit the occasion. 

If you have quite a petite frame, then you are better off with a short white dress, such as a baby doll or cocktail, which will sit above your knees. This, together with a pair of high heels, will make you appear taller and more slender. The LWD always looks better with a tan, so a nice spray tan before you get ready, will really make this look more flattering. Wearing a white dress with really pale skin, can make your appearance seem slightly washed out.

If you want to hide any extra tummy bulge you might have accumulated over the festive period, a looser dress, such as a maxi, will look better for you. A white crinkle cotton sleeveless summer dress (pictured above) is a great look for during the spring/summer seasons, which will hide any problem areas. An a-line strapless dress will also flatter any figures, and will draw attention to your bust. A belt is a good addition to your little white dress, as it will accentuate your waist and make you look slimmer. This can also be said for the wrap dress, which can be suitable for all shapes and sizes, as you can adjust the wrap to create a waist. If you add a necklace to your outfit, this will also draw attention away from problem areas, and towards the bust.

Ladies with a tall, slender frame will look fabulous in a tight fitted white dress. A slit up the side will show off your legs, if this is an area you are proud of.

During the winter months, you can add a cape or fur coat to your little white dress, to keep you warm during the cold weather, for a look ideal for nights out. A pair of heels is also an essential addition to your white dress, for during the party season. If you are looking for a casual look, then a pair of knee high black boots will go well with a little white dress.

Dresses don’t just have to be for parties and the evening, dresses look great for the daytime as well. They are such  a versatile piece of clothing that they will work for a range of different occasions be it a summer barbecue or a day in the office, they can even be dressed up a little for the evening which is ideal when you are going out straight from work and don’t have time to get changed. Day dressescan also be used to create a variety of stylish and fashionable looks from smart and professional, to boho, romantic, nautical and even sporty casual. There are some key styles of dress that never go out of fashion and are both stylish and elegant, these include the shift dress, the empire line dress, the maxi dress and the a line dress. For a fresh and fashionable look you can usually find these in the seasons latest prints and colours or you can opt for classic colours and prints like polka dots which will never go out of fashion.

Roman Originals have a range of beautiful day dresses availble in the sale but hurry as they won’t last for long. If you are shopping on a budget this is the perfect opportunity to revamp your wardrobe at a fraction of the cost. If you are feeling stuck in a bit of a style rut, why not add a few colourful summer dresses to your wardrobe for some stylish ready made summer outfits. They are usually a much cooler alternative than wearing trousers and are also a ready made outfit. A dress makes it easier to decide what to wear without having to coordinate trousers and a top.  

For work

A black shift dress is the ultimate in versatile work wear. In fact this black dress with white bow belt will take you right through the winter an into next summer. It has a great shape to it with a back kick pleat and can be worn with a black, white or coloured jacket  or without a jacket and accessories with a colourful scarf or jewellery.

For the weekend

On the weekend most people want something stylish but comfortable and relaxed to wear. The ruched top of this strappy summer dress make it perfect for relaxing in the garden or lunch with friends. It is perfect for dressing up with beads and lots of beautiful accessories.

For casual

Casual clothing should be comfortable and relaxing but also a stylish. This beige lace dress is ideal for a casual outfit with its calm colour scheme and subtle detail. Team it with a really comfortable pair of flats and tan leather bag for a great every day outfit.

For a special occasion

A day time party, wedding or other special occasion calls for a special type of day dress. The luxurious fabric in this red jacquard bow detail evening dress make it the perfect choice for all sorts of summer occasions. It can also double up as a very glamorous evening dress.