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| Wrap Dress goddess: Diane Von Furstenburg |
Ever had one of those mornings when you can't figure out what to wear? You stare into your closet without a clue as to how to put anything together? To add to the problem - you have about 30 seconds before you need to head out the door?
It is in this moment that one little item becomes a lifesaver: the wrap dress. The fashion miracle was created in 1973 by the genius designer Diane Von Furstenburg - and has since been reproduced by nearly every brand out there. It's easy, effortless - and essential to any woman's wardrobe. Nothing else can even compare. It takes only seconds to throw on, but looks amazingly stylish on anyone.
It's such a magical item. Universally flattering, the wrap dress looks custom made to any body type. It gives shape to a boyish figure and controls curves on a full one. The traditional jersey fabric is simple to care for and stays wrinkle-free all day.
Not only is it wearable to all, but also affordable. Wrap dresses are found everywhere from high end fashion houses to the racks at the mall. In all types of colors and patterns. Some of my favorites have come from Banana Republic, who's dresses are made in tall, regular and petites.
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| Banana Republic Wrap Dress, $98 |
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Of course, there's always the classic wrap dress from DVF herself. Although pricier, they are dresses that will stay in your wardrobe long enough to pass down to your daughters. Not that you'd ever want to.
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| Diane Von Furstenburg Wrap Dress, $385 |
Wrap dresses aren't limited to young women. With the right hem and sleeve length, it can look great at any age. As opposed to today's mini dress or asymmetrical shoulder styles, a wrap is a classy fit that covers most of the body but still manages to be irresistibly sexy and cool.
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| Sarah Jessica Parker, looking good in her 40's in a Halston Wrap Dress |
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The next time you find yourself struggling to put an outfit together, consider a wrap dress. Or a bunch of them. They're great from season to season, year after year. There's really no easier way to look like a million bucks - even if you only spend the $98.
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