Whether it's "oui" or "non," I trust French women to tell it how it is when it comes to anything fashion. In the case of the slip dress, the answer is a loud and united "oui." I wanted to do a little experiment and find out which dress style all of the French women on my Instagram feed were depending on. Among baby-doll silhouettes and puff sleeves, I noticed that slip dresses were the one item that all of my favorite fashion people across the pond were leaning on.
I can't think of a more dependable item in my wardrobe than the classic slip dress. It literally has gone everywhere with me, from late nights to exciting trips with friends and even to bed! It's funny to think that the item that has become such a routine "out-and-about" piece for us was originally designed as nothing but a sleeping gown. Well, we can thank the '90s for changing that.
Spotted on cultural icons, from the experimental Kate Moss to the traditional Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, this dress was truly made for any woman. I'm sure you already have a slip dress or two in your closet, so this article will surely come in handy. Have a little scroll and you'll discover eight new ways to wear yours and a few new ones worth buying.
Straight Up
Wearing nothing but a slip dress never fails. This simple look will take you from casual date nights to extravagant weddings.
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Great slip dresses always sell out. I guarantee this one will go fast too.
This silhouette is so on-trend right now.
Silk on Silk
While most people opt for a cotton poplin button-down over their slip dress, why don't you try pairing yours with a silk one? The fabrics look so fabulous together.
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Color-blocking done right.
This pretty shade of pink.
Summer Whites
Nothing wins me over faster than an all-white outfit. It's so chic and sophisticated and makes me miss summer! You have to try this out.
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Doubles as a low-key wedding dress, if you're planning that sorta thing.
I heard from my co-workers that this shirt is so good I have to try it.
Leather Weather
Polka dots are such a French-girl move, so if you're planning on wearing a slip dress, you might as well add the playful pattern to the mix. I love how good it looks with a leather jacket for a summer night.
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It moves with your body so well.
I'm obsessed with leather blazers.
Cutouts Galore
If you already have a plethora of slip dresses in your closet, I bet you don't have this one. Adding cutouts is such a fun idea to give the classic silhouette a modern twist.
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In love with the print here.
You won't regret this purchase.
Colorful Cutie
Introducing some brights into your closet is never a bad idea. Playing around with different combinations has become my hobby, and I highly suggest you do it too. Orange and pink are so good together.
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I would just wear this every day.
It's the slouchy fit for me.
Summer in the South of France
I've never seen an outfit that screams South of France more than this one, and I'm obsessed. Let's just book our flights now, okay? But I am actually ordering this look for every single vacation.
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This dress is everything.
I've been dreaming about this hat for a while now.
Business Casual
Get ready for the workweek in style. I love any opportunity to add a blazer to my look, and a slip dress is no exception. This is an easy way to guarantee an A+ on your look.
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Prints are so fun.
The perfect olive hue for this summer.
This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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