Posts Tagged ‘Shift’
February 9th, 2012 | 
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Milly Landie Block Stripe Dress in Navy/White or Red/Navy
The Milly Landie Combo Dress is a navy and white block stripe shift dress made from a stretchy material. Sleeveless and above the knee, it features a round neck with square cut out detail to the front.
The dress has alternate wide stripes in white and navy and is fully lined, with a hidden zip fastening at the side.
The dress fits true to size. The model is a UK size 8 and is wearing size XS.
The dress is available in sizes XS (UK 8), S (UK 10), M (UK 12) and L (UK 14).
Fabric and care: 85% viscose, 11% polyamide, 4% elastane; lining 95% polyester, 5% spandex; dry clean only
Style note: Figure flattering and feminine, the cleverly styled stripes on this dress cinch your waist and slim other regions to provide a sleek and seductive silhouette. Very much a classic style that is suitable for both on and off duty occasions, complete the outfit with a taupe shoulder bag, such as the new D&G Allyson, and a pair of high heeled courts for a polished look.
- Click here to buy the navy and white from my-wardrobe.com
- Click here to buy the red and navy from JulesB
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Acne Lucille Linen Dress in Blue
The Acne Lucille Linen Dress is a sky blue shift dress made from a linen material which also has an irredescent pink sheen.
The dress has short sleeves, a round neck and falls to just above the knee. It is fully lined in a nude fabric which has a frayed hemline, and this fabric is just visible at the hem of the dress.
The dress fastens with an exposed zip fastening centre back, and it fits true to size. The model is wearing a size FR36, which is the equivalent of a UK 8.
Available in sizes FR34 (UK 6), FR36 (UK 8 ) and FR40 (UK 10)
Fabric and Care: 100% linen; lining 97% polyester, 3% spandex; dry clean.
Style note: This linen shift dress is so easy to wear and effortless nods to this season’s aquatic trend. I love the pink irredescence to the linen which really sets the fabric apart, and you could emphasise this by teaming the dress with nude pink accessories. The dress can be worn for work or play, and is a very chic style to see you through the summer and beyond. The model is carryin the Anya Hindmarch Bruton tote.
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Milly Marcella Bow Combo Dress in Nude
The Milly Marcella Bow Combo Dress is a nude shift dress, trimmed in black to the neckine, arm holes, waist and back, and is crafted from chantilly lace. The dress is sleeveless and falls to about knee length depending on your height (obviously it’s a little above the knee on the 5’10″ model pictured on the right).
At the back, there is a concealed zip fastening and triple bow detail. The dress has a scalloped hemline.
It is available in sizes US4 (UK 8), US6 (UK 10), US8 (UK 12), US10 (UK 14) and US12 (UK 16)
Fabric and care: 100% nylon, lining 100% silk, dry clean only
Style note: Milly always manage to design dresses that make the transition between work and play, and this feminine dress is no different. It would look divine at parties, and this classic sheath dress will never go out of style. Complete the look with a neat handbag and black shoes for a look that could take you to New York and back.
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M Missoni Bow Shoulder Shift Dress in Blue
The M Missoni Bow Shoulder Shift Dress is a cobalt blue above the knee dress with a wide, square neckline and bow detail to the shoulders. Made from a stretch cotton blend fabric, the dress fastens with a hidden zip fastening centre back. It has a slightly A line shape from the skirt.
The dress fits true to size and the model is wearing a size 8, which is the equivalent of an IT 40.
Available in sizes IT 40 (UK 8), IT 42 (UK 10), IT 44 (UK 12) and IT 46 (UK 14).
Fabric and Care: 70% cotton, 23% nylon, 7% elastane; lining 67% acetate, 33% polyester; dry clean only.
Style note: Another cobalt blue dress bursts onto the SS2012 scene and this is certainly the colour of the moment. It goes well with silver and the model is carrying Anya Hindmarch’s wonderful woven leather silver Huxley clutch, and wearing a pair of nude platform sandals.
This dress has a really luxurious feel to it, and would be perfect to wear for an important business meeting followed by cocktails. It has a classic style and will be desirable for a lot longer than one season.
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D&G Blue Satin Shift Dress
The satin shift dress is a classic style from D&G, and this season’s version of the shift dress is made from sky blue satin. The dress is a sleeveless dress with stretch in the fabric so that it hugs your figure for a snug fit. The dress has a scoop neckline and it sits just above the knee, or on the knee, depending on your height. The dress features stitched panels which create the illusions of a tiny waist and tfastens with an exposed silver coloured zip at the back. There is a vent in the skirt at the back for ease of movement.
It is fully lined in a signature ocelot print fabric and it fits true to size.
Available in sizes IT 38 (UK 6), IT 40 (UK 8), IT 42 (UK 10), IT 44 (UK 12), IT 46 (UK 14) and IT 48 (UK 16)
Material and care: Outer: 75% acetate, 22% nylon, 3% elastane. Lining: 97% polyester, 3% elastane. Dry clean only.
Style note: This is a timeless and classic dress that is reintroduced by D&G every season with small changes, although this is the first time I have seen it in light blue. This dress is always a nicely flattering fit, and shows off your curves to their best possible advantage. Complete the look with Anya Hindmarch’s new Valorie clutch in blue
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Moschino Cheap & Chic Ruffle Slit Shift Dress in Red
The Moschino Cheap & Chic Ruffle Slit Shift Dress is a lipstick red dress with short sleeves and a slash neckline. Falling to above the knee, it features slit a slit to the left side with ruffle detail and ruching up the left side of the dress.
The dress is fully lined and has a hidden zip fastening at the back.
It fits true to size.
Available in sizes IT 40 (UK 8), IT 42 (UK 10), IT 44 (UK 12) and IT 46 (UK14)
Material: 79%acetate, 21% rayon; dry clean only.
Style note: Add some Hollywood style glamour to both your daywear and evening wardrobe with this eye catching little shift dress, which works as well in the board room as it does in the bar. The bright red colour is confident and inspiring; the model has teamed the dress with nude platform heels (try the Sam Edelman Niland or the D&G Dita), an Anya Hindmarch clutch and an Anton Heunis necklace (try the Anton Heunis Multi Strand Necklace).
UK based, worldwide shipping is available.
Tags: above the knee, Dress, Moschino Cheap & Chic, red, Ruched, Ruffle, Shift, short sleeves, slash neck, Slit
Joseph Orange Sleeveless Shift Dress
The Joseph Orange Sleeveless Shift Dress is a short shift dress in orange, with a contrasting darker orange yoke which is made from sheer silk.
The dress has a keyhole back and a hook and eye fastening at the back of the neck.
It fits true to size and is available in sizes FR 36 (UK 8), FR 38 (UK 10), FR 40 (UK 12) and FR 42 (UK 14)
Material and care: 78% acetate, 22% polyester; contrast yoke100% silk; dry clean only.
Style note: Blood orange is big fashion news for the new season and it will certainly brighten up spring and summer. Tibi also have a new season orange shift dress – their version has long sleeves.
I like the flattering A-line style of this dress. It looks good teamed with neutral colours and black – the model is carrying the Mulberry Camera bag in taupe Carter Croc print and wearing the DKNY wedge heeled shoes.
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Tibi Red Silk Shift Dress
This Tibi Silk Shift Dress is a pure silk dress in a lovely shade of coral red. It is an above the knee dress with a classic shape. It has long sleeves, a slash neck and a keyhole back with a button fastening at the back of the neck and a concealed back zip fastening.
This dress fits true to size.
It is available in sizes US4 (UK 8), US6 (UK 8), US8 (UK 10) and US10 (UK 14)
Fabric and care: 100% silk; dry clean only.
Style note: This new season shift dress from Tibi is a classic and luxurious dress that will last much longer than one season. It’s simple elegance acts as a canvas for your accessories, and this dress looks great with warm colours including gold, tan, taupe and beige. The model is wearing the Dannijo Zander necklace.
UK based, worldwide delivery available.
Love Moschino Floral Shift Dress
The Love Moschino Floral Shift Dress is a scoop neck, above the knee mini dress with an all over floral print with poppies, daisies and other wild flowers in shades of mainly red, green and blue.
The dress, made from a cotton mix fabric, is sleeveless with two concealed pockets in the seam and a hidden side zip fastening. It is an empire line shape.
This dress is available in sizes IT 40 (UK 8), IT 42 (UK 10), IT 44 (UK 12) and IT 46 (UK 14) and fits true to size.
Fabric and Care: 66% viscose, 34% cotton; delicate machine wash.
Style note: Floral prints are set to be big news for the Spring Summer 2012 season and this pretty dress from Love Moschino is perfect for day to evening wear. Team it with a pair of nude heeled courts shoes such as Sam Edelman’s nude Niland platforms and a bag to match one of the colours of the dress – try the Marc by Marc Jacobs “Take Me” tote in green.
UK based, worldwide delivery is available.
Tags: above the knee, cotton mix, Dress, empire line, floral, Love Moschino, Scoop Neck, Shift, sleeveless
Love Moschino Red Shift Dress
The Love Moschino Red Shift Dress is a scoop neck, sleeveless, above the knee shift dress with eyecatching scallop, petal like detail around the neckline.
It is made from a woven, cotton mix fabric and has a hidden zip fastening at the side. It also has two pockets which are concealed in the seams.
This dress is available in sizes IT 40 (UK 8), IT 42 (UK 10), IT 44 (UK 12) and IT 46 (UK 14) and fits true to size.
Fabric and Care: 65% cotton, 35% elasto-multiester; cool hand wash.
Style note: This is a really natty little shift dress and so versatile, as it’s one of those dresses that can make the transition from day wear to evening wear without a problem. In a delightful bright red colour, it will brighten up any day and you could wear it for work or going out. Complete the look with neutral accessories – try Sam Edelman’s Niland Shoe in blush and the pictured Mulberry Carter bag in taupe.
UK based, worldwide delivery is available.
