Feelspiration™: That foreign! The Wrap Dress

Another day, another round for Feelspiration™ for my lovely readers just in time for the festive season! This time we're talking wrap dresses; a timeless fashion asset. Ever since DVF created these swaths of colourful goodness in their infamous variations of prints, they have kept their rightful place as a staple piece in fashionable women's wardrobes around the world.

Details on my fit after the cut; you will never guess what size I'm wearing! Also, learn how to make a wrap dress fit your body type & an edit of the best designers wrap dresses - on sale! Click through with your card at the ready..

My outfit, which I wore last Saturday is a Ralph by Ralph Lauren wrap dress , which I picked up when I was in NY in August. Now, I wasn't too sure whether to share my testimony LOL but it's definitely tribute to the power of a good wrap dress. The celebration I went to was actually a Nigerian wedding to be featured on Don't Tell The Bride (yes, I was as excited as a tree in the Summer breeze!). Those who are familiar with the format of the show, the address tends not to be revealed until the last minute so I was told about the whole thing literally 2 hours before we went. I saw the dress in my wardrobe but wasn't too sure, especially as I have put on some cushion for the pushing since NY. However when I slipped it on it made me feel so sexy (not a feeling I get that often! *covers face*) and emphasised my hourglass shape, minimising my extra lumps and bumps. Best part; it is a UK size 12! If that's not evidence of size simply being a number on a label, I don't know what is! As I always say, understanding your figure and the materials that best match is a liberating feeling.

The great thing about wrap dresses is that they suit every body shape. Small hips? Keep the skirt slightly flared. Your tummy has a little extra love? Wear a 'waisted' wrap dress, making sure the tie around is firm or a draped front for extra coverage. Great legs? Give us a slitted thigh for the masses!

Below are some great wrap dresses to fit curvy shapes and otherwise; I've focused more on designers as I think it's key that you choose pieces with a good cut and slightly heavier material so it doesn't cling too much, attributes associated more with designers.

Let me know if you buy any; I just may join you!

SB xx

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