We just love the beautiful weather that we get in early autumn. There’s nothing like the combination of warm, breezy days and crisp, clear nights to get you excited for a brand new season!
However, there are a few challenges involved. First of all, you’re totally going to want to shirk all your responsibilities to go frolicking around enjoying fall activities, like making these cute autumn suncatchers.
Secondly, while shirking said duties, what on earth are you supposed to wear?! We’ve previously come up with a list of gorgeous retro dresses that would work perfectly, but what if you have something more contemporary in mind?
According to the fashion magazines, it’s all about silky little slip dresses right now. While we’re sure that looks cute on the size zero models in Milan, it’s not a great solution if you’re an average-sized girl with a penchant for not freezing your buns off all autumn long.
So what’s alternative? We decided to figure it out, tracking down an adorable assemblage of fall dresses from awesome online retailers like ModCloth, ASOS, and Eloquii that stock all sorts of great fashion, with real women’s bodies in mind. Here are ten of our favorite looks, guaranteed to make you look and feel like a beam of autumn sunshine!
[Photo Credit: ModCloth.com]
1. Lace Applique T-Shirt Dress
This red and navy dress is the perfect look to kick off autumn, with a stunning lace overlay that reminds us of sunlight filtering through changing leaves! Thanks to the simple tee shirt silhouette, this look is super sleek and modern, and the lace never feels fussy or old-fashioned.
2. Collarless Shirtdress
We're loving the crisp academic vibe of this pale blue cotton shirtdress. Thanks to its clean, modern lines and sharp tailoring, this piece is bound to look equally gorgeous on its own, or paired with a tweed boyfriend blazer and loafers.
3. Fit & Flare Dress with Insert
We took one look at this pretty frock and decided that it's tailor-made for twirling! A romantic floaty circle skirt like this is just begging for a jaunt through a picturesque swirl of leaves, but will also fall neatly back into line when it's time to return to the office. Naturally, we think it was designed with both purposes in mind!
4. Tie Waist Dress
Nobody ever said that basic has to mean boring! This grey dress is the perfect, easy neutral that every girl needs for a late fall workday. It's simple enough to carry your absolute craziest accessories, but — thanks to that ultra-flattering waist sash — it won't look boring even if you choose to rock it with nothing but black pumps and a swept-back ponytail.
5. Denim Shirt Dress with Patch Pockets in Light Mid Wash
There's a reason that denim will never go out of style. It's comfortable, it's practical, and it looks good on everyone! Give your favorite jeans a day off this week, and get your denim fix with this cute, simple shirtdress.
6. Midi Wiggle Dress in Texture
Need an easy ensemble that will make you feel fierce and fabulous as soon as you slip it on? Look no further than this fiery mid-length sheath dress. This figure-flattering shape hourglass shape looks good on just about every body-type, and the vibrant orange-red color is perfect for a confidence boost.
7. Mock Neck Colorblock Dress
If you've never tried color-blocking before, this simple, flattering dress is the perfect starter-set! We love how the rich, muted purple combines with pops of bright blue to create an elegant, slimming illusion. Plus, that futuristic mock neck collar is so chic — not to mention cozy for the colder months!
8. Swing Dress With Cotton Lace
Ever since Coco Chanel popularized the idea of the "Little Black Dress," or LBD, in the twenties, girls everywhere have been hunting for the perfect piece. Well, we're pretty sure we've found it in this sweet, simple tee-shirt dress! The simple fit, and modest neckline make it an easy closet staple, while the short length and flapper-inspired fringe lend a little extra moxie perfect for a night on the town!
9. Posh At The Party Dress In Plum
Dressing for autumn is all about rocking those rich, deep tones, and this darling dress in a decadent amethyst shade is the perfect example! The lovely hue pairs perfectly with dusky shades of sage and grey, and we love the fairytale vibe of the fabric's floral brocade — it gives the dress a subtly romantic Victorian vibe.
Get this rich, jewel-toned look here.
10. Utility Shirt Maxi Dress
Of course, it wouldn't be autumn without at least one piece in this gorgeous, seasonal shade of dark orange. It's like the color of bonfires, pumpkins, and falling leaves, all rolled into one flowing, floaty shirtdress. Though this piece is imbued with all of the elegance and drama of the autumn, it's modeled off the rough-and-ready structure of a utility shirt for a little added toughness. We recommend rocking it all season long — after all, this dress is the perfect celebration of our last hurrah before winter arrives!
Shop this quintessential fall style here!
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