Volume In Control: A Must Fashion Accessory
August 27, 2009
I love volume, and there is definitely a certain balance to be maintained in order for it to work wonders. There are also many options to be explored, and all of them have to do with playing around with the silhouette.
Dresses are a particular favorite of mine, and those cozy, voluminous, short ones that have been in style are a dream. Nothing like looking fabulous while being comfortable, some of them feel like silk or even as cozy as a blanket. My latest favorite, from STAR.MIMI, feels like silk against the skin. It is soft, delicate, and moves so elegantly. On it’s own, it has a good amount of volume that is in good balance because of the length (pictured above).
But what about those options? Volume is put into control with this must fashion accessory: the cinched waist belt.
Oh, the cinched waist belt, how I heart the many styles you give me. It is simple, yet can drastically change the silhouette and feel of a style. It is also my little cheat into being able to wear those cute tops and dresses that may be otherwise sold out in my size. The belt allows me to make it work- so brilliant.
I also love belts that come with an outfit- and then taking that belt to mix and match with the rest of my wardrobe. Ribbons make a great belt alternative as well. I don’t like letting good packaging go to waste!
A collection of belts leaves lots of room for creativity. And vintage belts are a thing of beauty. A simple top or dress gets a whole new personality in an instant. (Some belts.. especially the chain-like ones… depending on their weight, can also make crazy-awesome necklaces or chokers. Just a thought!)
I love the mix in fabrics on this dress- from incredibly soft cloth to a gorgeous silky shine. Fabulous. Both the STAR.MIMI dress and With Mocha heels are from yesstyle.com, I’m hooked on their products. Beautiful one-of-a-kind fashion that always keeps me in my style. And they have something for every personality and feel.
I think that this kind of Dress ideally emBODYies an everlasting “Girlie CHIC” vibe, with such exquisite 60′s aesthetic reminiscences !!! I really like the way your belt nonchalantly shapes your long limbed silhouette, AND the way your (astonishning !!!) dark mane seems in symbiosis with your finery . . .
ps: Mmmh with your creative nail polish as the mischievous “Gothic twist” ? Mmmh simple “GLAM forecast” . . .
à Bientôt, Antoine
I completely agree with your thesis. I bought a romper recently that was very plain and could have been mistaken for boring, but it had small details such as drop armholes and an open back that made it more interesting. But, it was very voluminous and it looked like I was wearing a plastic bag (although, it was very comfortable). I added a vintage belt and a clutch and it made for a very sophisticated night look.
At first, while I was getting dressed, I was complaining about how plain I felt. But, my friend reminded me that I once told her (long ago. I had forgotten) that accessories could make anything more interesting, and that’s when I opted for the belt and bag.
Love the blog!