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A wardrobe staple, timeless, easy to style. What is there to say that hasn’t already been said about the slip dress?
There’s a reason why the ‘90s mainstay has stuck around for decades on end; it takes you from day to night, oh-so-versatile, and embedded in our minds as an effortless choice that can still achieve maximum glamour.
Who could forget the era of slip dress ala Kate Moss? A.k.a, the early 90s’. Back then, the supermodel usually paired her dreamy satin slip dresses with nothing more than a perfectly messy bedhead, a simple pair of black pumps and a dinky minaudiere — and there you had it, a red-carpet look which has remained iconic even to this day.
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Coach has recently taken the slinky, spring-y staple to the runway (Spring Summer 2018, to be exact), bringing the slip dress back in satin, overlaid with lace, bedecked with rhinestones, and even in metallic faux leather. Long story short: the slip dress was given a full on Coach treatment — rock-and-roll, with a jug full of femininity.
Other designers such as Salvatore Ferragamo and Paul and Joe have also weighed in with ethereal, willowy pieces in almost-sheer fabrics and timeless florals.
Get in on the trend this spring by shopping our edit on the sweetest, most stylish slip dresses to own right now.
https://www.herworld.com/fashion/trends-and-tips/7-slip-dresses-spring/
Slip dresses for Spring
Lisa Marie Fernandez trimmed dress, $1,067
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Perfect for sun-drenched days, this dress is cut to a loose silhouette with skinny shoulder straps and a square neck, and is detailed with Mexican-inspired ric-rac trims in marigold-orange, beige, and white. Wear it without the accompanied waistband and there you have it: a slip dress. Team this with a denim jacket and a pair of sandals for a weekend look.
Available at Matches Fashion.
Raey silk slip dress, $260
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Fit for the romantics at heart, this vintage-looking number is crafted from fluid silk crepe de Chine patterned with giant desaturated flowers. What we love most about this piece is the fluted skirt; which is designed to fall loosely over the body (can you say: an absolute gem for concealing a post-brunch tummy?). Ground it with combat boots for an edgier look.
Available at Matches Fashion.
Off-White floral lace trim dress, $2,440
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It’s rare to find a dress that pulls off sexy yet innately sweet at the same time. This number does just that with see-through lace panels and strategically placed fabric in a floral print. If you look closely enough you’ll see the words “PATTERN” and “Off-White” plastered against the floral background — a satirical detail signature to the brand.
Available at Farfetch.
I’m Isola Marras long dress, US$389 (S$513.60)
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Still looking for a last-minute dress that’s perfect for Chinese New Year? Well, stop. You’ve found it. Rendered in maroon with soft pink lace overlay, this dress features a good contrast of colours with icy blue and pink florals, making it an eye-catching piece for the upcoming festivities.
Available at Yoox.
Mes Demoiselles slip dress, US$324
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To wit, some of the most prettiest pieces are usually the simplest: a flowy brown slip dress in 100% silk, no frills, no added embellishments — nada. This elegant maxi-length dress is painted with a minimalistic palette, but that makes it all the more timeless and chic. Pair with heels and a statement blazer for the office.
Available at Yoox.
Lisa Marie Fernandez, $722
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This cornflower-blue washed-silk slip dress is elegant and whimsical in equal measure. The dainty printed florals lend a sweet touch to the cool asymmetrical silhouette. Complete a casual lunch-date look by coordinating this with a pair of comfortable sneakers.
Available at Net-a-Porter.
Peter Petrov polka dot dress, $831.84
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Polka dots were trending hard in 2017, and we know it’s already 2018 but we can’t help but stay dotty (*cues laughter*) about this trend. Made from black and white polka-dot silk-satin, this style is suspended from grosgrain straps and has a pleat through the front to create a fluid, asymmetric drape.
Available at Net-a-Porter.
