Retro A Line Dress

If you've done it as well, I'm sure you'll agree there's nothing quite like it. Studying abroad - it's an untouchably terrific time, and this lighthearted and funBernie Dexter dress whisked me back five years, and over the Atlantic, to Paris, where I spent my junior year of college. The Eiffel Towers sprouting up from its print sit me back on the Champ de Mars, where I occasionally picnicked away the night. Its brasserie scenes remind me of hours discussed away over a thimble of caf noisette, and I can practically smell the buttery aroma of viennoiseries wafting out of the stripe-awninged patisserie. My travel plans for this year don't include Paris - 'un dommage' - but if I slip on this cotton dress with a vintage slip, short white gloves, a huge sunhat, and satiny kitten heels, I ...

This 1950s-inspired dress is perfect for an after-school date at the ice cream parlor! Wearing this deep purple, your darling will spot you right away. And, as you share an ice cream float, your paramour will admire the fabric-covered buttons and the dainty cap sleeves. The fitted bodice is the perfect accompaniment to the slightly flared skirt and cinched waist with a matching sash. As you lean in for a sip, the subtle stretch of this cotton-blend dress will keep you comfortable. Wear this piece with a cropped cardigan and ballet flats for thirst-quenching style! Love this fetching frock? Check out this dashing design in a host of other haute hues!

Be the next top quirky-chic gal in this darling, indie-infused frock! Fully lined and equipped with a discreet side zipper, this azure piece features a richly textured sash and flounced sleeves embroidered with cream, wheat, and sand colored thread. The lace v-shaped yoke and ball fringe trim at the hem add allure. Wear this dress with boho-inspired jewelry, geometrically patterned tights, and a chic headband for a fresh and fabulous look!

Though its almost over, your vacation with friends has been magical. On your way back from dinner, wearing your strapless dress with alternating turquoise and cream stripes, you carry your sandals as you stroll barefoot and solo along the quiet beach near the ocean waves. You smile, watching the sun set as a salty sea breeze ruffles your side-zipped frocks box-pleated skirt, giving you goosebumps along your arms. As you wrap a white shawl around your shoulders and over the contoured bodice, which boasts a curved, bandeau-like bow gathering at the bust and allowing for a sweetheart collar, you collect seashells souvenirs for your pals. Its been a memorable trip, and when you hear your besties calling your name, you know there are still memories left to make!

Keep up with the fast tempo of trendsetting style, and swing into a look of pure, polished sophistication with this adorable, vintage-inspired, A-line frock. Cute cap sleeves, a row of covered buttons up the center bust, a traditional notched collar, and a discreet side zip provide a flawless fit perfect for donning on your next outing to the local jazz bar. Allover small white polka dots sizzle against the versatile, licorice black, cotton-blend fabric, ensuring your savvy silhouette will never fall out of tune. For an ensemble that proves you're in the know when it comes to charming style, simply bow the removable black sash at your waist, then add sultry fishnets, patent pumps, a few gold accessories, rouge lips, and a statement-making mesh fascinator.

Named after one of our favorite fashion bloggers, this pretty polka dot dress is quite the stunner. This retro little number features a '50s-inspired collar with a fitted waist, sash tie at back, and a full skirt perfect for twirling about. No matter the hemisphere in which you reside, this bright red frock will find a special place in your wardrobe. Paired with a cute cardigan and feminine heels with a matching retro updo and bright red lipstick, this fancy frock is certain to set you apart from the crowd!

Really, Julie, my fellow writer, roommate, and good friend, should be writing the description for this knockoutBettie Page dress, as featured in InStyle. She's a mixology maven and even - I have to confess - came up with the witty name for this dress. But, you're stuck with me. And though I may not be as much of a cocktail queen, I'm still bananas for this buttercup yellow dress. Unique, pretty prints always make me weak in the knees, and the retro, color-filled glasses poured over this practically pure cotton frock make me tipsy with joy. Plus a glittery red belt to cinch its A-line cut that I so adore? Ideal. ESP tells me that this dress will find its way into both Julie's closet and my own. So, when I walk upstairs in the morning wearing this dress, kitten ...

Has a single afternoon ever seemed so perfect? A slight autumn breeze, not a cloud in the sky, and a charming companion to spend the hours with - the only thing that could make it better is a midday clothing change into this gorgeous halter dress! Before making your way to tonight's soiree, you duck into your home to quickly slip into this sweet cotton-blend frock, which features a print of pink and white flowers upon its black surface. Its fit-and-flare shape is wonderfully flattering, making it an excellent pair for the included detachable belt, as well as with opaque stockings, a cozy cardigan, and sky-high T-straps. Get ready to enjoy the rest of the afternoon with your paramour!

Currently one of the country's most respected young talents, this delightful dress grew up dreaming about one day becoming a world-renowned icon. Today, it's on its way with a well-crafted A-line cut, precise bust darting, dapper ruffle and heart button details, a matching, optional sash, and delightful cap sleeves. Though its background is foggy, its precise raven outlining keeps this frock on track. Currently, this masterpiece of a dress resides on a fashionable young painter who styles it to perfection with flower-adorned pumps, netted stockings, and a handmade headpiece. Love this fetching frock? Check out this dashing design in a host of other haute hues!

Your style is as sweet as your bakery confections when youre manning your food truck in this darling dress! Its hot pink hue and sugar-white polka dots are the secret ingredient in what sets this halter dress apart from the rest. A lightly padded bodice and gently pleated skirt are the icing on the cake of this charming look. Add a pinch of gold accessories, a pair of comfy kitten heels, and a buttercream cardigan, and youll be serving up swoon-worthy style!

Whether its a birthday bash, a graduation gala, or a housewarming whoopee, you adore any excuse to party! For your next fun fete, this rust-hued tank dress is a must-wear to ensure a most amusing event. With a noir mesh illusion neckline, this delightful orange dress lauds a notched petal bust and matching tan stripe just above the A-line's hem for an acclaimed colorblock style. The flexible fabric allows for a form-fitting bodice, and the wave-pleated skirt twirls from the first toast to the last dance. Don black back-seamed stockings, saddle-shoe heels, a festive fedora, and this charming dress for an ensemble worth celebrating!

You like to consider yourself something of a modern-day Audrey - you have impeccable taste, and value elegance and grace above all else, but like to keep things interesting! Well, then, allow us to introduce you to this sleeveless dress - with its basic black hue and classic fit-and-flare silhouette, it has the classic sophistication you look for in a garment, but its cutaway back that stretches coyly across the sides gives it a fashion forward edge. Slip into this magnificent piece, secure its oversized round buttons at the back, then add textured tights, bow-bedecked pumps, and a studded patent clutch, for a look that's part classic ingenue, part show-stopping stylista!