One of the most versatile pieces in any wardrobe is a basic shift dress. Traditionally, a shift dress is a sleeveless dress that doesn’t hug the body, but hangs straight. It typically has a higher neckline and a shorter hemline. This style was huge in the ’60′s, but has continued to be a go-to piece for women ever since. A shift is a dress for all seasons as it can be worn alone with sandals in the spring and summer, or with a sweater and boots in the fall and winter. Nowadays, we are lucky enough to have multiple variations of the basic shift: those that cinch the waist, come in bright colors or textures, have pretty detail around the neck, etc. My picks for a basic shift are as follows:
1. Vince Silk-Georgette Shift Dress – $198
2. Ted Baker JIRAD Tailored Stretch Shift Dress – $279
3. Reiss Calla Panel Front Shift Dress – $300
4. Topshop Scuba Structured Shift Dress – $76
5. Dorothy Perkins Red Collared Shift Dress – $75
I actually don’t own a ton of dresses in this style. Looks like I need to pick up a few more!
-Alyssa
The Glossy Life
couldn’t agree more about this! timeless!
xx amy
Leopard and Lillies
I have this on my Fall shopping list, but I still haven’t found the perfect one yet. These are some good finds!
Amberly
http://www.asliceofglam.com
I have a black one that I adore – I never thought I would be reaching for it in my closet as often as I do. I’m loving the pink option, soo maybe it’s time for me to invest in a second dress!
go for the glam
I think I need all of these in my life. Like now.
Love the blog btw!
chelsie | mossypants.com
I love shift dresses! I own several and they made regular rotations in my work wardrobe — over a button-up blouse, under a blazer or just on their own.