A long-sleeved dress for fall. An autumn wardrobe essential… You would think, because of all the pre-fall and fall collections there was not one piece that I could use for inspiration. This Billy Reid red dress (see it in full length) comes very close to what I have in mind, but the length is wrong: were it knee-long, it would have made all the difference, because the three-quarter hem is what makes the dress lack shape a little. Otherwise, I love everything about it: the simple design, the light fit, which necessarily calls for a belt, the colour, those long sleeves and high neckline – a relaxed femininity, a very classic American style. The kind of dress you can wear when the days turn slightly more chilly, but are still too warm for an extra layer on top – it looks somehow empowering and maybe that’s what I like so much about a dress with long sleeves. The kind of dress that evokes a feeling of freedom, its languid style defying the strictness that may be associated with autumn fashion, but still rising up to its sartorial demands.
photos: Style Bistro
It is beautiful and yes, I absolutely agree about the feeling of freedom. I only have one long-sleeved dress and I love the feeling of comfort, security and freedom it gives. It’s shaped like a cocoon, but then I put a wide belt on and it looks similar to the one above. I’ve had it since 2007 or 2008 and would never ever stop wearing it.
(Fashion industry would be broke if I was the only buyer, that’s for sure 😀 )
x
The dress really appeals to me in the up-close photo you posted but I have to agree with you on its hem length, in the full-length photo it doesn’t appeal to me at all.
Dear Ada,
I love dresses. Besides being feminine they are so simple and comfortable to wear. The red in this dress is my color.
Kisses to you from SP we got back yesterday.
Julie, I can tell that you feel rejuvenated.
Wow! I love the red dress.
Have a great weekend. xx
Hey Ada,
WOW I always wanted a red dress – this one is exquisite 😉
Have a great day sweets,
Axx
I am always a fan of a dress with long sleeves, I agree there is something empowering about it. But for me, I really like it paired with a short hem…. this dress is an exception, I agree that knee-length would have been perfect!
Love this idea for dressing in fall. It’s so sophisticated and chic without being too showy. =)
xo,
nancy
I love the simplicity and femininity of the design, and the bright red shade gives a special allure to this dress, which is indeed the perfect fall piece. I wish it was in my wardrobe!
It seems like red is coming back to fashion!
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