Casual Silk Dress

Just before you take your big trip around the globe, your best friend decided to toss you a going-away party! What better garment to wear than the aged map upon this silky shift by hard-to-find Barcelona brand, Nice Things? Designer Paloma Santaolalla spent her childhood admiring European flea market finds and squirrelling away memories of dainty details, patterns, and shapes. Now she harvests those ideas for charming pieces like this lined dress with a loose silhouette that falls over your frame so fashionably. With a sheer navy scarf tied in your hair and comfortable flats beneath the hem of this string-belted piece, you step into your fete looking both worldly and chic!

Even on a cloudy day, you cant help but appreciate how the bold hues of the birds contrast against the sky. Donning this cloud-white dress printed with a flock of vibrant sparrows in blue, navy, and coral colors, you admire how the bow-like open back and classic A-line silhouette flatter your frame. Paired with aubergine flats, a woven tote, and a stack of bright bangles, this fully lined, silky dress will make your style take flight.

Theres nothing youd rather do than while away the hours of a perfect sunny day in the park. Clad in this breezy, cream-colored dress printed with posies in hues of poppy, mint, marigold, and dove grey, you lounge on your blanket beneath a cloudless sky. Accent the racerback silhouette by looping a few gold necklaces around your neck, wrap a braided belt around the gathered waistline, slip on metallic gold sandals, and grab a basket-like bag to pack all your parkside essentials. This darling dress will add elegance to even the most casual of occasions!

You are a little sweet and a little spicy, and we like you that way. Your wardrobe should reflect your warm personality and tangy style, which is why you love to wear this dress all about town! The orange-red hue reminds you of all things autumnal, while the silky ruffles keep you feeling light even as the days begin to shorten. You simply adore crunching about the paths in this tan, leaf-print dress, which you have expertly paired with brown brogues, an aubergine cardigan, and a leather satchel. Fall is all about the senses, so become a sight to behold in this fresh frock!

You feel right at home and ready to trot across town when you step onto the sidewalk by your Westie End flat in this properly adorable frock, found exclusively at ModCloth! For the cosmopolitan charmer who prefers a playful look, this short-sleeved dress features a playful print of charming white pups in crimson collars, scampering in every direction across its silky black fabric. Just fasten the pearly buttons beneath its classic collar and cinch a self-tie belt adorning its elasticized waist, then style this darling design with your golden peep-toe flats, oversized aqua sunnies, and a timeless leather tote. Whether youre meeting friends at the museum or relaxing in the park, this precious piece is the perfect companion!

When youre feeling lighthearted, slip into this elegant, ModCloth-exclusive A-line dress from Corey Lynn Calter to put together a look that matches your mood! Calter pulls inspiration from past experiences designing for boutiques in the East Village, Broadway shows, and even the San Francisco Opera to create brilliant twists on classic silhouettes in her very own line. This charming, 100% silk piece, with its playful, peacock-feather pattern, classic cut, and pockets at the hips, is the epitome of Calter's vision for colorful, statement-making dresses. Pair it with a simple black belt and golden heels to match the flecks of gold throughout this beautiful design.