Summer Fashion Must Have: the maxi dress

Summer must have: Maxi Dress, trendy, boho chic, classy..and cool

 

The summer must have this season is the maxi dress.  You can find them in the latest fashion magazines, the celebrities are all wearing them..and frankly, they are just what you need to stay classy and cool this summer.  There are a bunch of different styles.  Some "hi-lo" style and ones with the slit up the sides to show off some extra legs. 

 

If you have fabulous arms, you may opt to get a halter style maxi dress or a sleeveless style to show off.  The maxi dress is so versatile that you can slap on a belt around your waist and accentuate your curves.  This will show off your hourglass shape.  You can also keep it simple and wear it plain, or accentuate the look with some jewelry.  You can wear a a long necklace or even a short one similar to a choker, some earrings..or a nice bracelet to add a pop of color. You can pretty much accessorize it with anything..but be careful of wearing too much accessory to avoid the "clunky" look.  Wear them with heels, or sandals..whatever fits you.  I've personally seen some wear them with some gladiator sandals which looked adorable.  Whatever style you choose, you will look fabulous! And it will keep you cool all summer long, nothing too tight and uncomfortable.

Where can I wear a maxi dress?

The maxi dress can be worn in the day or night, indoors or outdoors.  The maxi dress will have you looking polished at a casual event, for example a cookout or at a beach/poolside gathering.  Everyone will be wearing jeans or shorts..you can look elegant and classy in a maxi.  For an evening look, glam it up with adding some dramatic make-up or some jewelry.  No wonder why these dresses have been the Summer Must Have for all the ladies! They are so easy to wear and easy to accessorize.  Trendy, yet classy. 

Where can I buy a maxi dress?
You can purchase maxi dresses at any store that sells women's clothing.  I've found them at places like Target to high-end stores like Nordstrom, Belk, Dillards, JC Penny...anywhere in a local mall.  I've found some great deals at stores like Express or NY&Company.  It depends on what kind of style you are looking for and how much you are willing to pay.  Some can coast over $100 while come can cost about $20.  Just do some shopping and looking around.  To me, name brands are not that important.  I have a pretty tight budget this summer, so I try my best to look at stores like Target or Old Navy. 

Here are some that I found at OldNavy.com.  You can see their styles and current prices..