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est. 2007
est. 2007
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This is my favourite kind of trans-seasonal dress. It's easy to wear, super-comfortable and it's got sleeves. You can just throw it on and it will take you just about anywhere. If you're fan of this kind of sleek and minimal dressing, COS is the place to go. It's my all-time favourite high-street store and I'm keeping my fingers' crossed that parent group H&M will open a store in Australia later this year. Preferably in Sydney. Pretty please? I've always been rather fond of a relaxed-fit frock. No waistband! Ahhhh... relaxing to work in, fun to run around in, and easy to dress up or down with jewellery. Slip into a pair of Birkenstocks or clogs and you're off! I also love that the fabric looks like denim chambray (v. on trend) and the V-neck at the back of the dress adds interest to the simple design and offers a glimpse of flesh.
A word of warning about the cut *assumes serious-but-empathetic face*. While I love to prance around in a bit of a sack dress, I have to admit that it's not really doing my size 16 figure any favours. By all means, do as I do and dress for comfort, but for those of us who have bigger busts, bellies and bums, this probably isn't the most flattering look. Sure, it skim all of the lumps and bumps, but if you're after something that suits your figure, go for a more tailored look that creates definition in all the right places. Big-busted girls, in particular, need to be careful wearing a loose-fitting sheath, as it creates a bit of a visual shelf on your upper half. It can make you look top-heavy and bigger than you really are. I find that a statement necklace works well to create a visual distraction from said shelf, but you may like to avoid this cut and style altogether. Dress with V-shape back, £59, from Cos. Do you love a bit of a sack frock? Would you wear this dress? How would you accessorize it? If you're after more inspiration, check out my other favourite frock picks here.
