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Who says the mini dress died in the 60s? There’s a sense of wonder and amazement when we look back at our parent’s photos. Outfits at the time were stylish, with none of the contrived effort we see with some fashion trends today. The mini dress defined the generation. Women took to the streets with graceful confidence, attracting admiration in an outfit that wasn’t overtly sexy but just enough to inspire a double-take.
Today’s modern woman is the perfect blend of femininity and professionalism. This is expressed with the way she dresses. The mini-dress is a great way to subtly declare her power. Let’s take a look at some essential tips.
Don’t go overboard
As with anything, moderation is key. The mini dress is classy because you show off just enough skin. It’s similar to selecting a perfume: make them come to you. Eyes closed, fingers twitching, your outfit should make people want to bite their lips in desire (in the nice way). Be alluring – not excessive. A great way to balance is to select a dress that is relatively covered-up at the top.
V-neck mini dresses are ideal because you still allow people to see the right amount of décolletage while covering up the other bits and pieces. Remember that when Vivien Westwood designed the first wrap dress, she wanted women to be able to look sexy while still being able to work. This is something to keep in mind when choosing your mini dress. Choose longer accessories, such as multi-layered necklaces or drop-down earrings to draw the eyes towards the legs.
It’s your dress
The biggest mistake is letting an outfit rule you. Mini dresses are meant to be fun, but it won’t look that way if you’re constantly picking at the seams and wishing yourself invisible. Mini dresses now come in a variety of styles and materials. Feel free to choose a design that is as quirky as you are.
Choosing a hoodie mini dress is a fantastic way to be both casual and sexy. This is similar to the boyfriend-outfit trend. A word of caution though: there is a fine line between looking cute and casual and looking like you just got out of bed and threw on the first thing you saw. Again, the catchphrase here is balance. You can pair this outfit with funky boots or more masculine shoes to counteract the inherent softness of the hoodie.
Choose the right length
Okay, we know we said “mini”, but that doesn’t have to mean “I am one inch short of being underwear”. The proper mini dress is one that is just the right length. There are no hard or fast rules on this, but the general school of thought is to avoid dresses that end at the widest part of the leg. The dress should be typically shorter than what normal people would wear but still long enough to keep one’s “secret garden” still a secret – if you know what we mean.
For those who are more conservative by nature, we’d recommend starting out with a basic mini dress and wearing it over leggings or tights. This helps you get used to the length. When pairing a mini dress with leggings, take note of the different textures. People should still see you’re wearing a dress and not mistake it for an overlong t-shirt with pants. Try mixing and matching colors or materials so that the mini dress is still highlighted.
Keep experimenting to find what is comfortable for you. Remember that the best accessory to any outfit is confidence!
Did we miss any stylish tips when it comes to wearing that mini dress? Leave a comment below and let us know how you plan on showing off your legs this summer!
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