Posts Tagged ‘stretch’
March 30th, 2012 | 
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Love Moschino Safety Pin Dress in Black
The Love Moschino Safety Pin Dress is a sleeveless, v neck stretch jersey dress with ruching down the sides. It falls to about knee length.
The most dramatic feature of this dress is the safety pin embellishment down the centre front, reminiscent of the Liz Hurley look of a few years ago. This dress simply pulls on over the head to fit.
This dress is 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), and fits true to size.
Fabric and Care: 93% viscose, 7% elastane; cool hand wash.
Style note: Take your best shot and making a great first impression in this seriously sexy statement dress, perfect for parties, red carpets and cocktails; less suitable for meeting your partner’s parents for the first time. Team this dress with a cropped leather jacket, black patterned tights and super vertiginous platform heels for rock and roll chic with impact!
UK based, worldwide delivery is available.
Stella McCartney Scuba Dress as Seen on Kate Winslet
The Stella McCartney Scuba dress has been seen on a number of celebrities including Carol Vorderman, Kim Karadashian, Victoria Beckham and Kate Winslet (pictured below right).
The red and black version is currently on sale at Selfridges, and not surprisingly it is selling fast.
The dress is made from a stretchy cotton blend fabric and has a hidden zip fastening at the back. It is sleeveless, with a round neck, cute out around the armholes and contrast body contouring panels. There is a vent in the centre back of the dress.
It is available in sizes 6, 10 and 14
Material: 58% cotton, 35% polyamide, 7% elastane
Style note: Get yourself a hefty dose of film star glamour with the Stella McCartney Scuba Dress. Stretchy and flattering to the figure, there is no better way to show off your curves. Complete the look with Stella McCartney’s black metallic clutch.
UK based, worldwide delivery is available.
Tags: above the knee, black, cotton, Dress, knee length, red, round neck, Scuba, sleeveless, Stella McCartney, stretch
AllSaints Compass Dress
The AllSaints Compass Dress is a stretch cotton blend strapless dress. Garment washed, it falls to above the knee with large patch pockets to the hips, gathered detail to the waist, belt loops and a front fastening with signature AllSaints hardware.
The dress is available in UK sizes 6, 8, 10, 12 and 14.
Material: 75% cotton, 22% polyester, 3% elastane
Style note: Great for summer parties, this dress is so nice to wear because of the stretch cotton fabric, which also ensures a good fit. You can wear a little camisole over your shoulders for a different look. Try completing the look with the AllSaints Nikah Bag, Marsden leather jacket and Aster Boots, all in black.
UK based, free UK delivery, worldwide delivery available.
Strenesse Blue Retro Print Stretch Cotton Dress
The Strenesse Blue Retro Print Stretch Cotton Dress is a graphic retro print dress in different shades of yellow, beige and pink. The sleeveless design is inspired by the 60s and features a round neck and a visible zip at the back. The dress is slightly a-line and comes with two front pockets.
The dress is available in sizes XS, S, M and L.
Fabric and care: 97% cotton, 3% spandex. Do not tumble dry, machine wash at 30°.
Style note:
Thanks to its timeless design, a chic sleeveless shift dress is a wardrobe staple to reach for again and again! Match this colourful 60s dress with sling-back sandals and cat-eye sunglasses for a spin with the cabriolet, a garden party or lunch at the country club. Despite the modest design it can easily be transformed: teamed with sky-high heels, black eyeliner and oversized earrings you are ready for a night on town!
Free UK shipping and returns.
Carven Bandage Dress in Black or Blue
The Carven Bandage Dress is available either in black, or blue (this season’s new black) and is made from a stretch cotton jersey fabric.
The dress has a wrap front, ruching and gathering to the skirt, short sleeves and it falls to above the knee.
It simply pulls on over the head to fit, and it fits true to size. The model in the photos is a UK size 8 and she is wearing size S.
The dress is available in sizes S, M, L and XL
Fabric and care: 94% cotton, 6% elastane; machine washable on a cool setting.
Style note: Perfectly comfortable and enviably stylish, these new bandage dress from the Parisian fashion house Carven radiate glamour and as the photos show, are suitable for both on duty and off duty occasions.
The model on the left has teamed the black dress with the 3.1 Phillip Lim Satchel and the D&G Marilyn red suede shoes; the model on the right has completed the look with the silver DVF Tonda Clutch and the DVF grey slingback sandals.
- Click here for more info and to buy the dress in black
- Click here for more info and to buy the dress in blue
UK based, worldwide shipping.
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
UK based, global shipping available.
D&G Ultimate Stretch Dress in Floral, Beige or Black
This D&G Ultimate Stretch Dress is a stretch cotton sleeveless sheath dress with a v neck, which falls to about knee length. It is available in beige, floral or black. Figure hugging, the stretch added to the cotton fabric provides a super fit.
The dress fastens with an exposed silver tone back zip fastening and there is a vent in the skirt at the back. The beige and black versions of the dress are lined in D&G’s signature ocelot satin fabric.
The dress fits true to size and the model in the photo above is wearing a size 8.
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: 98% cotton, 4% elastane. Lining: 97% polyester, 3% elastane; dry clean only.
Style note: Whether you choose print or plain, the D&G Ultimate Stretch Dress will become a wardrobe staple over the coming months. Flattering and sexy, with an enviable fit, this is one of those dresses that you will turn to again and again. Complete the look with statement heels and stand out jewellery of the ultimate, chic, on or off duty look.
- Click here for more info and to buy the floral
- Click here for more info and to buy the beige
- Click here for more info and to buy the black
UK based, worldwide delivery available.
Reiss Lou Dress in Oil Blue or Graphite
Was £175, now £52 in the Reiss sale
The Reiss Lou Dress is a fitted dress with a square neckline and cap sleeves, which falls to about knee length or just above, depending on your height. There is pleated ruffle detail around the neckline and shoulders which adds texture to the design, and a fitted waisband.
The dress is fully lined and has a hidden zip fastening at the back. There is also a vent in the skirt at the back, for ease of movement.
The dress has a touch of stretch added to it for an improved fit.
It is available in UK sizes 4, 6, 8, 10, 12 and 14.
Fabric and Care: 98% polyester, 2% elastane; dry clean only.
Length: 96.5cm / 37.8″ (all measurements are approximate)
Style note: This is an elegant and neatly styled dress which is fitted at the bodice and waist and less so at the skirt. The armholes are cut close for a neat fit. Complete the look with a pair of high heeled sandals or court shoes, such as the Reiss Cosmos gold and midnight blue platform heels, which are also reduced in the sale.
UK based, Reiss deliver to the UK, USA and countries in the EU.
Reiss Balbina Dress in Light Grey or Blue
The Reiss Balbina Dress is a jersey dress with an all over floral print. The dress is in a pale shade of grey or a deep shade of blue and features flowers in tonal lilac and pale blue.
The dress is a stretch, bodycon style with a scoop neck and three quarter sleeves. It falls to just below the knee. Ruching around the waist cinches and flatters the mid region.
It is available in sizes XS, S, M and :
Fabric and Care: 95% polyester, 5% elastane; dry clean only.
Length: 106cm / 40.6″ (all measurements are approximate)
Style note: Oriental flowers are a new season trend and the oriental inspired blooms on this dress are bang on trend for the new season. Of course, a great fitting bodycon dress never goes out of style, and this one will look gorgeous teamed with the Reiss Diamante Plait Sandals and the Talbot hand held bag.
UK based, Reiss deliver to the UK, USA and countries in the EU.
Tags: Balbina, below the knee, blue, bodycon, Dress, floral, grey, Print, Reiss, Scoop Neck, stretch, three quarter sleeves
Preen Scuba Kimono Print Dress in Midi or Mini
The Preen Scuba Kimono Print Dress is available in black, in a below the knee length and in yellow in an above the knee length, as pictured in the photo on the left.
The dresses are both made from a stretch jersey fabric and are a pull on fit. The black dress has long skinny sleeves and the yellow dress has short sleeves. Both versions have a crew neck and a Japanese inspired floral print in shades of aqua and muted pink. Note the Japanese print also appears on the back of the dress.
The dresses fit true to size.
Available in sizes XS (UK 8), S (UK 10), M (UK 12) and L (UK 14).
Preen Scuba Kimono Print Top
The Preen Scuba Kimono Print Top, pictured right, is a longer length top made from bright yellow stretch jersey. It has long sleeves and a crew neck, with a similar Japanese inspired floral design to the dresses above.
Fabric and Care: 89% nylon, 11% elastane; dry clean only
Style Note: These sleek jersey dresses and tops are a great way to wear the new season print trend, and these bold, bright and beautiful designs look great on their own, or teamed with a leather jacket. Finish off the look with an embellished clutch to for an eyecatching evening look.
UK based, worldwide shipping is available.
Tags: above the knee, Dress, Jersey, Kimono, Long Sleeve, midi, Preen, Print, Scuba, Short Sleeve, stretch, Top
