Commonly made from breathable, laid-back fabrics in loose silhouettes, these dresses capture the essence of hippie style, which is all about feeling free and unrestricted
Since the 1940s however, it has been used as a design feature for many casual types of dresses, making it a dress style in its own right
When blended with soft shades like soft pink prom hues, the look becomes tender and youthful
Where beading, color, and embellishment all work by adding something to a dress, a cutout works by taking something away, revealing a sliver of skin at exactly the point that flatters the body most. A club dress is a fitted, eye-catching dress made for a night out, usually a mini or midi cut in a fabric that moves and catches the light, like sequin, satin, or mesh
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