Summer Long Dress

The fashion industry calls the long dress as 'maxi' and this is a hot trend for summer. Other than celebrities and fashion makers, even stay-at-home moms and chic teenagers have taken to summer long dresses. And these long dresses come in solid colors which are most popular, in trendy floral prints and even African tribal prints as well.

Designer long maxi dress

You can go for the black jersey v-neck tank maxi dress, which is sheer light in weight. Alternatively you can choose royal blue chiffon maxi with a black and grey leopard print. This has a faux leather and sequin detail at the neck tie. The stunner comes with a black lining.

An Ella Moss Costa maxi dress made of jersey with ruching at crossover V neck and empire wrist - ideal for summer evenings. A cerulean jersey v-neck tank maxi dress is soft, made with lightweight jersey.

Yet another Zora velvet halter maxi dress is just the one to wear when you are in the mood for a no-frills maxi dress. The straps can be tie behind neck and it has a built-in shelf bra. A Cranberry and Brown embroidered maxi dress is gorgeous with a tie-cinch bust, smocked elastic back, tie-neck halter and brown and ivory embroidered flowers.

Choosing summer long dress

The long summer dress is utterly feminine and comfortable. The fabric is light and you can hide unshaved or sun burnt legs. Such a summer long dress is ideal to hide the unsightly bulges or even a baby bump.

Long dresses come in versatile colors, floral motifs or geometric prints. You can wear them to the beach, park and even for semi-formal occasions. Most maxi dresses tend to be voluminous, too loose and boxy looking. A belt around the waist will definitely complete the look

If you prefer a close fitted long dress, with less fabric, there are long dresses with cinching waists to avoid dragging the frame down. If you want a flattering line on your body figure, a slightly flared hemline should be ideal.

Don't hide your curves with layers and volume. Instead, dresses that have a bit of shape around the waist lend the frame a proportional and leaner look. V-necks and bigger prints slim down the shape. A straight and balanced hemline will balance the frame. Long summer dresses look best with strappy gladiator sandals. These can be both tall and flat. Wedges and peepholes also look good with maxis.

Summer long dress for all

Colorful bohemian long dresses can be a bit over the average cost, but the quality and unique designs make them really worth it. For those with tight budget, bohemian summer dresses at very low prices are available with Thailand and Asia based eBay stores. There are different types of maxi dresses - simple and sophisticated or decorative and designer labeled. Some excellent looking long dresses come well under $100.

Wearing summer long dress

Here are some guidelines which will help wear the summer long dress the right way:

• It is better not to accessorize much while wearing this type of dress. The focus should be on the outfit and accessories will only divert. This does not mean that it should be too simple - a few bangles and long necklace should do the trick. A stylish belt around the waist should help if the dress is too voluminous.
  
  
• Long dress with too much design and bead work can disturb the look of the dress.
  
  
• These dresses are best worn with flat sandals. Flip flops or gladiators are also ideal as long dresses are as such easy and comfortable to wear. Gladiator heels add that little extra height and work well under a long dress.
  
  
• For those who are short, a too-long dress can make you look even shorter. It may also add some extra pounds as well.
  
  
• Maxi dresses look especially amazing on tall girls. These girls can get away with any style of maxi dress, so long as it is not too short for her height.
  

Summer long dress advantages

The long summer dress keeps the entire body covered; protecting the skin from being damaged due to the radiation of the sun. A long maxi dress is ideal for an outdoor party or when out for a dinner. The dress is so designed that it moulds to any body structure.

There are a number of attractive looks and styles but she needs to choose the particular summer long dress that suits her. She can choose between the straps and strapless dresses