Maxi dresses are a popular statement piece and have been pretty trendy for decades – they may dip in and out of fashion as many things do, but they have withstood the test of time and have always been fashionable in some form or another.
Their versatility is no doubt one of the reasons why this fashion item has maintained its reputation as a must-have piece for every girl’s wardrobe, but their increased popularity means that we have only been seeing more and more options for exactly how to wear a maxi dress. Not only are they great for accessorising but you can get maxi dresses that stand alone as formal or beach attire. Womens maxi dresses have maintained their popularity for the following reasons.
They suit anyone
Maxi dresses can be flattering to any body type or shape. The length of the dress helps to stretch your silhouette and they give you the option to cinch in your waist by having an elasticated waist or do it yourself with a waist belt. Even if you are self-conscious about your legs, you do not have to resign yourself to not wearing dresses because a maxi dress provides all the comfort and security of wearing trousers. If you are insecure about any part of your body then you can find a maxi dress that flatters and conceals, whether it is long sleeves or a loose-fitting skirt to slide over your midriff. Alternatively, if you want to show off your body then you can also get form-fitting, bodycon dresses that really hug your curves.
They are flexible
Whilst the dresses themselves can come in a huge variety of different styles, colours, and types; one simple plain maxi dress can be adapted into an assortment of different outfits. A straightforward black maxi dress is the perfect base and an ideal blank canvas to create whatever look you want. Make it casual by wearing trainers and adding a denim jacket over the top. Create a brunch outfit with the addition of some chunky jewellery pieces, an oversized handbag, and a waist belt. Dress it up with some dainty gold jewellery, a clutch bag and some high heels. You can also create a stylish winter outfit by layering thick wool tights and a cosy jumper. There is nothing that the maxi dress cannot do!
Easy and Comfortable
Like any dress, one of the benefits of the maxi is that it is just one piece that can be thrown on or packed into an overnight bag in a rush. It requires next to no effort to make a maxi dress look good and while accessories can elevate your outfit, the dress on its own can still be a great outfit and look put together. Also, maxi dresses tend to resist wrinkling and are machine washable which makes them easy to clean too. The breathable fabric not only reduces wrinkling but also makes the dress comfortable whether it is breezy and loose-fitting or stretchy jersey fabric.
