Bow Long Dress

As a child, you smeared dirt on, and burnt the edges of your hand-drawn treasure maps. Today, as you sit soaking sweet stanzas in tea for an heirloom effect, this romantic brew-beige dress that you wear is the picture of passion. Its elegantly crinkled fabric falls softly over your figure, and its tiered top ties at the waist for a soft, feminine touch. Beneath its midi lining and long hem, you wear sandals colored of chestnuts - the same food you roasted on the first chilly evening spent with your sweetie - and around your neck is an oversized locket, where you always keep your love near to your heart. When the steeped note has dried, you fold it up and send it away to the one who has your only heart!

Catch a glimpse of this luxurious Eva Franco look, and you'll be swooning! No need to play it coy - with its lacy, leaf-patterned overlay, almond-colored lining, and bow-embellished taupe belt, this demure, yet flirtatious blue frock is the look your wardrobe has been longing for! Accompany this piece with pearl earrings, a pair of peep-toe pumps, and a simple, shimmering clutch, and your outfit is sure to catch the eye of someone special!

The entire afternoon, you've been preparing for one magical moment at the party - your grand entrance! Raising every brow in awe at your arrival, this amethyst A-line gown boasts stunningly cuffed cap sleeves surrounding a wide neckline that swoops into a dipped back. A polished look that is unparalleled, its waist sash and the voluminous tulle lining of its skirt whisper stylish secrets into the ears of every viewer, while your black velvet pumps and vintage pearl jewelry make your majestic appearance an unforgettable one!

As you twirl and twist with your partner, time seems to stand still. With this satin-and-lace dress - a ModCloth exclusive - gracing your figure, you dance without a care in the world, only resting when the sun comes up. Composed of inky black satin, this V-neck dress features a bow at the waistband and a sheer, Swiss-dot overlay on the A-line skirt. Paired with glittering gold pumps, a satin clutch, and vintage-inspired jewelry, you'll have a look to inspire dance in all who see you.

You move across the courtyard as if theatrical smoke surrounds your ankles, clearing a path with the tulle-supported A-line of this ivory dress by Max and Cleo. Catching the eye of your beloved, you smile from beneath your Swiss-dotted fascinator and float through the crowd, drawing quiet attention to the climbing black lace veil lain within the hold of this dress' satin ribbon sash. Glittering silver shoes shine like footlights beneath you as the swiftness of your pace in this strapless, lined dress almost creates an orchestral momentum. With a glistening vintage necklace settled above the no-slip tape of this back-zipped frock, your hands finally meet, and a scrim-like screen of evening darkness seems to surround you so that you are suddenly the only two who exist.

You'll look just darling when you don this dahlia-printed dress from Bernie Dexter! As a makeup maven, a pin-up model, and a '50s-inspired fashion designer, Bernie Dexter knows how to set the scene for stunning style! Featuring a print of flowers in white, black, and aquamarine across a red backdrop, black piping along the seams, two bows at the banded waistline, and a sweetheart neckline, this fit-and-flare frock will clothe you in vintage-inspired style. Paired with back-seamed stockings, patent pumps, an onyx clutch, and heirloom-inspired jewelry, this dazzling dress will have all around exclaiming "what a doll!"

No matter the seas you're sailing over, your journey will be extra lovely when you're wearing this dress from Danish designer Edith and Ella. Named after designer and director Line Markvardsen's grandmothers, Edith & Ella remixes retro silhouettes and sensibilities into bold, brilliant styles like this pale cream, practically pure-cotton dress. With a sailor collar, blue striping, and a bow upon the bust, this pin-up-inspired piece is pretty much magical. Wearing it with a sun hat, strappy sandals, and delicate silver jewelry, you'll master a look so dreamy, it seems the stuff of make-believe!

Aha! It strikes you all at once as soon as you spot this bright blue dress - the multitude of ensembles that you can pull together featuring this dazzling frock. This retro dress, boasting puff sleeves with decorative ties, a fitted waist and tie belt, and matching blue buttons up the bodice, is a brilliant foundation for sheer stockings and cream-colored T-strap flats - but why stop there? Try it with a knit muffler and fitted cardi, sparkly tights and knee-high boots, or a rosy pea coat, leggings, and ankle boots. Let your imagination - and this delightful dress - guide you towards sartorial splendor!

You'll be flooded with invitations when exhibiting this finely tailored frock by Effie's Heart! Composed of a soft and sturdy cotton-blend, this mocha and navy frock features a print of falling foliage, substantial shoulder straps, a waist tie for cinching, and dual hip pockets. Tailored to perfection and terrifically comfortable, this darling dress will become a favorite wardrobe staple for those events at which your presence is requested. Prove you're worthy of your honorary title by combining this on-trend dress with cork wedges, simple jewelry, and an expressive hair accessory!

You've never met a bright palette you didn't like, so get acquainted with this gorgeous, green frock by Emily and Fin - a sophisticated style coming to ModCloth in May! The gentle pleats, crisscrossing straps, and feminine, waistline bow of this dress introduce a touch of demure glamour into your wardrobe. Couple this A-line look with peep-toe flats, understated, dangling earrings, and a cute, printed clutch. You and this dress are sure to become fast friends!

When your BFF cruised into your kitchen and plopped her coffee mug on your table, declaring the local coffee shop's beverages to be her favorite, you simply stuck a hand on the high waist of this mocha twofer - a ModCloth exclusive - and sassily told her you could make one better! Turning your scoop back to her, you put your cappuccino machine into action, drizzling syrup and adding milk until the color of your concoction looks quite similar to the cap-sleeved top of this frock! You hand the mug to her at the level of your decorative tri-buttoned waist and wait for a reaction. Smiling sheepishly, she admits your mochas are the best, and all it takes from you is a tap of your peep-toed foot to admit it!

Are you closer friends with the snooze button than with your group of best girls? Well, we think we have a cure for your early morning blues. With its peppy print of proud roosters depicted in darling shades of blues, greens, and purples, and its oh-so-sweet button-up cut featuring an aubergine sash that coordinates with the gleaming buttons and collar piping, this cheery cream dress celebrates everything that's amazing about the AM. With the promise of a cute ensemble of this cotton frock, easy espadrilles, a floppy sunhat, and a patchwork purse awaiting you after you wake, we think you'll be converted into a bona fide morning person in no time flat!

This daring maxi is not for the timid! Cast in a sassy midnight hue, this dress' full length will drape elegantly from its empire waist and, at the same time, boldly show off your shoulders. Made from a buttery soft jersey knit, this frock features a secure, elasticized fit at the neckline, in addition to a wide, single shoulder strap that crosses the dress' back and segues with the bust for support. Few accessories are needed to complement this regal dress, other than a pair of strappy sandals, bold statement jewelry, and the poise of a goddess!

This daring maxi is not for the timid! Cast in an earthy, olive hue, this dress' full length will drape elegantly from its empire waist and, at the same time, boldly show off your shoulders. Made from a buttery soft jersey knit, this frock features a secure, elasticized fit at the neckline, in addition to a wide, single shoulder strap that crosses the dress' back and segues with the bust for support. Few accessories are needed to complement this regal dress, other than a pair of gladiator sandals, bold, beaded jewelry, and the poise of a goddess!

You're laid-back but have a chic style, which is proven by your super soft frock. This crazy comfortable dress is made of finely knit, nearly silky material in a rich bold shade of deep violet. Featuring a flattering bust with twisty gathered fabric, one piquant diagonal strap, and a skirt that gently free flows from the empire waist, this dress will make you feel at home while out on the town. Wear with platform wedges and a vintage shawl to impress fashionistas from LA to SF!