New Maxi Dress

Sort of tired of last year’s maxi dress and want a new way to wear these trendy pieces? There are all sorts of new ways to wear take the maxi dress into this season to make the trend seem fresh. You can even take the dusty maxi dress hanging in your closet and revamp your maxi dress. This maxi dress style is convenient for any budget constrained fashionistas who are looking to stretch their buck. Try looking in sale or clearance racks for older season’s maxi dresses and purchase this season’s accessories to totally change the look of your outfit!

If you’re looking to purchase a new maxi dress try going for bold and bright patterns as opposed to the solids or colorblocked versions last year. A great new print would be a tie-dye style dress. The C&C California Tie Dye Maxi dress in blue is casual and fun and will definitely make you look on point with this season’s trends without making you look like you recycled your dress from last year. Heck, I would even take my old solid colored maxi dress and tie-dye it myself! Talk about revamping an old favorite, no? The flower prints are always a girly and fun trend and this season is filled with big flower prints. A great maxi dress option is the maxi halter dress from www.express.com which is $88 and comes in three color prints: black, hot stuff, and pitch black. A really pretty maxi dress if you don’t like print from head-to-toe is the Appliqué Maxi Dress from www.victoriassecret.com . This dress comes in whisper violet which is the softest lavender wash with a beautiful white flower print. This is a great way to wear the flower trend without attracting a swarm of bees. Another style I would stay away from is the “silk scarf” style of maxi dresses. I believe that trend has definitely met its expiration date. If you’re looking for a formal approach to maxi dresses other than those silk scarf styles try this beautiful Waterfall Maxi Dress from www.figleaves.com which sells for $105. The fabric is still silk, but the style is a different and elegant.

If you don’t want to invest in a new maxi dress I would consider wearing some different accessories to spice up your old maxi dress. Stay away from large wooden bangles or huge earrings. The maxi dress is associated with the old “hobo” trend and we want to put a new spin on it. Instead, opt for more delicate, simple accessories such as a simple gold necklace with one charm, or a simple pair of drop earrings. www.forever21.com has some a lot of great options of jewelry at an affordable price. If that’s not enough pair your maxi dress with a structured bag instead of a hobo or tote. This will put a fresh spin on an old favorite. Trade your oversized bug-eyed glasses for an oversized straw beach hat. It’s a glamorous touch perfect for the summer and also practical to stay away from those harmful sun rays. If you still have your solid maxi dress laying around you can try some of this season’s fun styles such as the chiffon or ribbon from www.forever21.com or their flower pendant necklaces—really feminine and chic styles that will definitely pull your old maxi dress into this season. Another really great option is the tuleste market Antiqued Rosette Chocker at www.shopbop.com for $128.

Another great way to liven up your maxi dress is shoes of course! Wedges are one of my favorite shoes for the summer. A great option is the Alberta Ferretti straw and cloth wedges from www.yoox.com selling for $270. Another great wedge option is the Knotted Rope Espradrille Wedge from www.gojane.com for the low price of $16.80. Another great style is the studded trend that’s popular this season. You can make it more feminine by finding a studded sandal in a light or pastel color such as the pink Leatherette Studded Strappy Sandal from www.gojane.com for $18.90.

Whether you’re looking to find the season’s newest maxi dress or searching for ways to liven up last season’s maxi dress—don’t be afraid to sport the maxi dress trend this season. It’s the most comfortable and feminine trend out there right now so wear it while it’s still chic!