Miami likes to take things to the max. Since the weather isn't exactly, um, minidress-ready, it might be time to remind ourselves about our other favorite length. With this crop of un-cropped frocks, MIA dress-lovers can go hard, by either pairing their longer (thus, airier) skirts with a pair of casual slip-ons or some serious, make-it-happen heels. That's the joy of the floor-length option — it's the most…Read more
Last year, we shed some light on the mind-boggling issue that is navigating a port-a-nightmare in a romper. This year, we're going to tackle another problematic festival staple: the maxi dress. With a little practice and determination, you too can master any truly perplexing challenge that presents itself this summer, like, you know... going to the bathroom. Step 1: Pack an extra hair elastic in your purse…Read more
Between the out-of-nowhere sweat sessions and the inevitable bloat, pregnant women may commiserate that their beautiful "glow" can come with bouts of extreme discomfort. In the baby-game sartorial challenge to let your style shine no matter what size you are, there's just no room for ugly pregnancy clothes. We love the style-savvy revolutionaries that get creative, taking mainstream pieces and transforming them…Read more
Let us explain those scare quotes—the word maternity is one of the least pleasant and most specific in fashion, and it describes a hit-list of the least flattering pieces ever, including stretch-waistband sweatpants, muumuu dresses, and roomy blouses you'll wear for a few months and want to burn after Junior comes around. Not so with new line, Hatch, which makes maternity clothing so gorgeous that a few…Read more
The latest lookbook from Rachel Pally captures all the ease and breeze of a sunny, ocean-side weekend. A balanced mix of maxi-skirts, oversized tanks in nautical stripes, and body-con dresses that actually look comfortable (really!) dominate the resort '11 collection. The SoCal designer seems to have one hand in the sea and the other on the street with both aqua-colored Grecian dresses and sexy cutout tops paired…Read more
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