March 27, 2011

Today's Everyday Fashion: Maxi Dress Mania






































I've got maxi dresses on my mind this spring! I talked about them being a big trend in my Spring Shopping Guide and I've been on the hunt to add one to my collection ever since. Thanks to the folks at the Unique Closet, I got to try on a bunch for size. Here's what I found:

Dress: The Unique Closet, $42.50
Shoes: Guess/DSW, $20
Earrings: Banana Republic, $20
Details:This one has lightly padded top (which I love) and a slightly silky material. Overall this one was my favorite! I'm 5'7" and wearing 3.5 inch heels. The dress is a size Small.






































Dress: The Unique Closet, $44
Flats: Macy's, $10
Necklace: Forever 21, $8
Details: This one would be perfect for a petite woman (because it was quite short on me). I loved the colors on this dress though - and especially how it made the turquoise necklace pop. I'm 5'7" and wearing flat shoes. The dress is size Small.






































Dress: The Unique Closet, $34
Shoes: Guess/DSW, $20
Necklace: Banana Republic, $40
Details: This dress is perfect for the tall girls out there! This one has a super-comfy feel, so I dressed it up with some fancy jewels. I'm 57", wearing 3.5 inch shoes. The dress is a size Small.






































Dress: The Unique Closet, $30
Sandals: Chinese Laundry/DSW, $27
Necklace: Aldo, $20
Details: This dress could not be more perfect for a music festival! It has plenty of room for a curvy figure, and you honestly can't beat the price! I'm 5'7" and wearing flat shoes. The dress is a size Small.

Disclaimer: These are not my clothes. I simply borrowed them for this blog post. I got to keep one - I chose dress #1 and am wearing it to church and a soccer game today! :-)

14 comments:

  1. I love #4! The colors are gorgeous.

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  2. You made a great choice! I was actually waiting for you to post pictures of yourself in a maxi dress earlier this week, thanks :).

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  3. Great choice! I love the first on you. The prints are gorgeous.

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  4. Ahhh! Maxi dresses are my absolute favorite thing in the world!!!! These ones are so cute, and I love the one you chose to keep! I just bought a gorgeous one from Express, and I cannot wait until it's warm enough to wear it! Great Post, J!!!

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  5. you picked a great pattern :)
    I'm a fan, but its difficult finding ones that are long enough (i'm 6'1'' in flats *ouch*)

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  6. #3 would be perfect for your height if you wore it with flats! It was a bit long on me, even at 5'11".

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  7. I love maxi dresses too! I just ordered one off that LA Posh Style website you were talking about a few days ago! They are the perfect summer day dress and so easy to wear with a jean jacket! The only thing I never know about is shoes with them!

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  8. You look so great in all of the dresses. I especially like the first one, seems like it will go with a lot of different layering items and the color palette is neutral yet has some pop to it while the pattern size is just right.

    You look amazing as always!

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  9. You made the right choice! #1 looks fabulous on you!

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  10. J-love these on you! I've been thinking about jumping on board the maxi dress trend but I'm only 5'3". Should us petite gals try this out?

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  11. In FL I don't do maxi dresses; too hot! Still, I've found the best ones at Ross. Hands down the best place to try on cute dresses for the best prices.

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  12. There all so cute.

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  13. i LOVE maxi-dresses. They are my go-to for summer! I can't wait for some warm weather here in Boston so I can sport mine!

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  14. I love them all on you. I am still afraid that maxis will swallow my short-ness up!
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