Asked by a French journalist back in the Eighties how she came up with
her iconic wrap dress, Diane von Furstenberg replied: "Well, if you're
trying to slip out without waking a sleeping man, zips are a nightmare."
Remind her of this now, and the 64-year-old gives a languid smile.
"Haven't you ever tried to creep out of the room unnoticed the following
morning? I've done that many times. (Telegraph.co.uk, read more here)
My life must be a little less adventurous, because I don't think I remember trying to sneak out unnoticed out of the bedroom in the morning, but nevertheless, my Diane von Furstenberg iconic sweater wrap dress is a favorite in my closet. It drapes beautifully and flatters the curves, miraculously, without showing every lump and bump. I like the color combination of camel, black and white and the abstract puzzle print is easy to wear and timeless. It really does not need any styling and it is fun just on its own, but I like to play with different accessories.
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You can tie it in front, like above, or in the back, like below.
If you think that camel washes you out, you can add a scarf in the shade that flatters your skin tone.
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| Make it more playful with J.Crew dotted scarf |
This is a new scarf from J.Crew, very soft, light and fun. It is not online, so I am not sure if it is store only or part of the next rollout. It comes in different colors, I definitely remember seeing a blue one as well. It adds instant playfullness to any outfit and a way to sneak in polka dots in a smaller dose.
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As you can see, there is a pair of Valentinas for every one of my outfits, lol. I have ordered the yellow ones that popped back in the sale section yesterday.
I told you I am obsessed with them.
What was your favorite?
Do you own a DVF dress or consider buying one? How do you wear it?
I didn't know about the "origin" of the wrap dress, definitively never needed one ;-).
ReplyDeleteI have a DVF wrap but it is a sleeveless style that I had bought just after my daughter was born at the Barney's (crazy) sale. I wore it a lot that year and the next one but I have somehow got tired of it (which happened by the way with all my post-pregnancy clothes even those that I can still wear). The colors were gorgeous though!
I love it best with the pop of color of the green clutch. The wild mushroom Valentinas would look great with it ;-).
Eme ikwym about not wanting to wear you pregnancy/postpartum clothes even if they fit you, you get sick of them. Although I have a pair of bootcut leggings from Target that I wished they made in non-prego version, I loved them so much.
DeleteYou are killing me with those nude Valentinas!
Sounds like DVF has some memories! That's fun. I don't own any wrap dresses. I've purchased one or two but never worn them. Perhaps I should try on one of her dresses to see if the fit is better than what I've tried.
ReplyDeleteYou should try it Gigi, I think they will look great on you. I did not like wrap dresses until I tried DVF.
DeleteI've always wanted one of her dresses and I love yours, the color combination is great.
ReplyDeleteDVF is doing a Gap line for girls, I think it previews in the next couple of weeks. I'm definitely buying a dress for my 9yo daughter!
Oh Dani, if you check her website you will die. If they weren't so expensive I will have many more. How about this
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I will check the GAP for my dd, thanks for the tip.
I used to have one and got rid of it when I lost weight, I wouldn't mind having one again, you've accessorised beautifully here.
ReplyDeleteTabitha, DVF would be drop dead gorgeous on you with your figure!
DeleteThis dress is gorgeous!!! And, I love how you've styled it!
ReplyDeleteThanks Rynetta!
DeleteI've got 5 of her dresses, four of which are wraps. I love them. Her older ones are long enough for me, so I stalk them on ebay. Some of the patterns are too much for my conservative office. I stick with the ones in neutral colors, though the "louder" would be fun especially for spring and summer.
ReplyDeleteNot sure how I feel about itty bitty wrap dresses (her line for Gap). I've always thought of the wrap as a bit sexy and I don't care for that connotation for children.
Desert Flower, I am jealous of your collection. Five! Do you think they are safe (no fakes) on ebay?
DeleteGorgeous dress, it looks great on you. I have three of her dresses, two wraps and one sheath. Although lovely, I find the prints too bold for me so I stick to the solids.
ReplyDeletexoxo, you have to show us on your blog one day, please!
Deletelove this dress on you. i've never owned a dvf but would love to. i think this is very, very flattering on you which is what everyone says about her dresses. we have a dvf outlet store near here so maybe i will check it out. i love the pattern on your dress.
ReplyDeleteAn outlet! Yes please! Although they are probably still pricey, even at outlet. I got mine on sale, but it was still over $200.
DeleteAfter reading your post I had to go check out DVF.com and I fell in love with this dress. Not something I need but it is adorable, no?
ReplyDeleteAdorable! And I think you can pull it off! It would be so cute for vacation, or summer dinner with hubby.
DeleteAJC- Do you by chance no the style number for the scarf? I tried to order from a PS but they sent me the tiny neck ones instead
ReplyDeletehttp://www.jcrew.com/girls_special_shops/giftspartyfavorsunder30/PRDOVR~73289/73289.jsp
Simplydreaming, I will check it when I get home.
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