Claire's Picks

Printed Tunic Dresses With Personality

A printed tunic dress has more personality than the plain version because the print adds the visual interest that the relaxed and uncomplicated construction of the format does not provide independently. A bold abstract, a strong geometric, a colourful print in a striking palette. The print needs to be executed in quality fabric and the tunic construction needs to hold the print correctly across the relaxed fit. A printed tunic dress worn with simple bottoms or as a standalone dress with sandals creates a complete and considered outfit that reads as deliberately chosen. These are the printed tunic dresses worth wearing because the print earns the format rather than just filling it.

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Velvet Dresses in Black

A velvet dress in black is the easiest formal choice for a Christmas party. Black velvet looks expensive even when it is not. The nap of the velvet gives black depth that regular black fabric cannot match. The color pairs with literally any accessories and any shoes. Gold jewelry or silver jewelry. Red shoes or black shoes or metallic shoes. The simplicity of black means the construction of the dress matters more. A well-cut A-line dress, a fitted sheath dress, a wrap style. The silhouette carries the outfit when the color does not. Black velvet works at any formality level depending on how you style it. Casual shoes and minimal jewelry reads different than heels and statement jewelry. The fabric needs to be substantial enough that it drapes properly without clinging to every lump and bump. Stretch velvet is more forgiving than rigid velvet. These are the velvet dresses that work because black is reliable and velvet adds the texture that keeps it from feeling boring.

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Velvet Dresses with Long Sleeves

A velvet dress with long sleeves is formality and comfort combined. Long sleeves on a velvet dress read as evening wear automatically. The sleeves provide coverage and the velvet provides texture. Fitted long sleeves, billowing long sleeves, off-shoulder sleeves. The sleeve style changes the vibe but they all read as more formal than sleeveless. Velvet with long sleeves works for Christmas parties that are evening events in colder months. The fabric naturally stays warm which is helpful when you are outside even briefly. Long sleeves in velvet need to be fitted enough that they do not overwhelm your arms. Too much fabric and you cannot move your shoulders. Too little and it looks uncomfortable. The sleeve should move with your arm when you bend. Velvet long sleeves work with heeled shoes and minimal jewelry. The combination of fabric and sleeve detail carries the outfit. These are the velvet dresses that solve the problem of wanting elegance without showing your arms.

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A printed tunic dress has more personality than the plain version because the print adds the visual interest that the relaxed and uncomplicated construction of the format does not provide independently. A bold abstract, a strong geometric, a colourful print in a striking palette. The print needs to be executed in quality fabric and the tunic construction needs to hold the print correctly across the relaxed fit. A printed tunic dress worn with simple bottoms or as a standalone dress with sandals creates a complete and considered outfit that reads as deliberately chosen. These are the printed tunic dresses worth wearing because the print earns the format rather than just filling it.

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