A Study in Contrasts Dress

Students of style, please open up your textile textbooks to page 227, where you will find a diagram of this dress invented by British designer Dahlia. Note if you will, the disparate details juxtaposed to form one stunning example of design. Compare the delicate lace overlay of this fully lined frock to the edginess of the golden pyramid accent buttons and buckle, and also the brightness of the white overall color to the inky black elasticated belt that shapes the waist just above a flowy pleated... More

Students of style, please open up your textile textbooks to page 227, where you will find a diagram of this dress invented by British designer Dahlia. Note if you will, the disparate details juxtaposed to form one stunning example of design. Compare the delicate lace overlay of this fully lined frock to the edginess of the golden pyramid accent buttons and buckle, and also the brightness of the white overall color to the inky black elasticated belt that shapes the waist just above a flowy pleated skirt, and you will come to the conclusion that all of these characteristics work in harmony to create a versatility that is rare in this sleeveless species. Further analysis shows that combining this gorgeous dress with black, T-strap sandals and a few simple accessories yields a lovely look that's fit for anything from a formal dinner to an indie rock show!