Channel your inner Lisa with these 15 bow-heavy dresses

Bow-embellished Mini Dress, $3,867, Carolina Herrera at Farfetch

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Hailing from the Venezuelan fashion designer’s fall/winter 2022 collection, this show stopping mini sits perfectly on the intersection of kitschy and chic. While four pink bows might come across as overbearing, the one-shoulder placement leading down the dress makes it worth every penny.

Leanna Bow-detailed Floral-print Woven Midi Dress, $451, Rixo at Net-A-Porter

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Fans of colour will fall head over heels for this woven dress, which features hand-painted flower motifs and accented with a large velvet bow right at the centre – a nod to ‘80s couture where bows truly came to life in the fashion industry.

Twist Bow Satin Midi Dress, $2,178, Marni at Mytheresa

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Nothing says glamour like a shimmery gold dress – this one by Marni sports a sash tie at the waist with dramatic ruching down the centre meeting a curved hem. Complete the look with a pair of white knee-high boots or an elegant pump.

Camille Bow-embellished Tiered Embroidered Tulle Midi Dress, $1,504, Saloni at Net-A-Porter

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Tulle is almost synonymous with bows as the material evokes the same innocent and ethereal feeling, which makes this midi dress a no-brainer for anyone looking to explore this trend. The iris blue hue is also a unique shade that will breathe life to any wardrobe while the curlicue embroidery adds just the right amount of texture.

Leiza Bow-detail Dress, $548, Rotate at Farfetch

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While the white sheath dress might not catch your attention, the hem of puffy bows all around the dress definitely will. Why limit ourselves to one or two bows, when we can lean in fully and go for broke with this larger and quirkier alternative.

Cutout Bow-embellished Wool And Silk-bend Mini Dress, $13,174, Valentino at Net-A-Porter

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Valentino’s Pink PP collection remains a beloved fashion moment even after a year since its debut. This dress is worth adding to the collection with cut-outs running on both sides of the garment, embellished with petite bows at each cross section. Grab a pair of matching pumps, accessories and a bag for maximum impact.

Bow-detail Cold-shoulder Dress, $878, P.A.R.O.S.H. at Farfetch

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Don’t let the style of the dress fool you, the brilliant yellow shade will warm anyone up instantly. The bow detail that wraps behind the arms adds dimension to the simple silhouette while framing one’s décolletage perfectly, making for a great date night fit.

Satin-bow Cutout Crepe Dress, $8,979, Loewe at Matchesfashion

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This runway piece from Jonathan Anderson’s Spring/Summer 2023 collection is the embodiment of playful elegance. The backless number features off-white crepe fabric cascading from the neck down, ruching at the waist and beyond and punctuated with an oversized black bow. All the look needs are a pair of classic white or black heels and it’s red carpet-ready.

Tiggy Bow-embellished Linen Midi Dress, $996, Zimmermann at Net-A-Porter

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The asymmetrical bodice speaks volumes with bows and ruched detailing down to a flowy pleated skirt, not to mention the emerald jewel tone that will make this dress a gem in anyone’s closet.

Back-bow Off-the-shoulder Recycled-satin Dress, $918, Marques'Almeida at Matchesfashion

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Take this trend up a notch and go dramatic with this scarlet red off-shoulder dress by Portuguese designers Marta Marques and Paulo Almeida that features an oversized bow on the back. Top off the look with a pair of statement earrings and sparkly heels.

Crystal-bow Cut-out Mini Dress, $1,104, Mach & Mach at Farfetch

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Dressing up can be a challenge for the Singapore climate that is usually unforgiving, and we need to invest in pieces that are both comfortable and gorgeous at the same time. Enter Mach & Mach’s bright blue ribbed mini dress with two crystal bows – a brilliant option for brunch or a night out with the gals.

Bow-detail Wool-blend Minidress, $3,970, Jil Sander at Mytheresa

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Looking for something classic yet modern? This dress is the best of both worlds – combining a classic A-line cut with a cropped bustier sporting intricately and evenly stacked bows as the pièce de résistance.

Bow-detailed Leopard-print Organic Denim Mini Dress, $432, Ganni at Net-A-Porter

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GANNI is known for their elaborate prints and the label is beloved for injecting whimsicality into every single offering, such as this leopard print mini dress with three small bows. The dress is also made from organic and sustainability-friendly denim.

Cutout Bow Minidress, $ 1,715, Giambattista Valli at Mytheresa

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A little black dress can never go wrong but that doesn’t mean we have to settle for something on the basic side. Featuring a textured lace effect, this LBD also has cut-outs on the side to expose the midriff while the one-shoulder design brings the glamour.

Bow-trimmed Lace Minidress, $1,208, Acne Studios at Mytheresa

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Gimmicks are a good way to spice up a wardrobe and it adds a surprising edge to your overall style. The delicate lace overlaying the blush pink minidress with a baby blue satin bow in the middle elevates it from campy to avant garde in a snap.




This article was originally published in Harper's Bazaar Singapore.