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Home » Another DVF dress; 1 dress, 6 ways

Another DVF dress; 1 dress, 6 ways

June 7, 2013
 

I thought a lot yesterday about the mystique of the Diane von Furstenberg wrap dress. I’ve never even tried one of these on; I’m super-skeptical about how a traditional wrap dress will work with my short-waisted, full-balconied, and generally no-waist torso. But I browsed through a lot of Diane’s other dress designs, and found the beauty below.  This really calls out to me in all kinds of ways – it’s got my favorite colors, a much less dangerous décolletage, and some side shirring that seems as if it would be very flattering…

Sigh…

 
 

bangle bracelet – Carolina Bucci, red wrap – Alberta Ferretti, black and white slingbacks – Semilla Scarpe, earrings – Brooks Brothers, cardigan – J. Crew, bracelet – Peter Ciesla, black pumps – Brooks Brothers

 

silver hoop earrings- Coach, white cardigan -J. Crew, ballet flats – Anna Baiguera, marcasite earrings – Oliver Bonas, black linen sparkle wrap – Bajra, black sandals – Vigotti

 

black trench – Helmut Lang, boots – Giuseppe Zanotti, crystal earrings –  Swarovski, jacket – Gucci, black pumps – Calvin Klein

love,
Janice
 
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  1. Cornelia says

    June 7, 2013 at 11:59 am

    I prefer this cut also, even though I am tall and have a waist. But I am also well endowed, and this cleavage thing has a way of slipping into the tarty territory very quickly. Anyway, a gorgeous dress beautifully styled. Have a nice weekend.

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  2. Pam @ over50feeling40 says

    June 7, 2013 at 12:02 pm

    Another great figure flattering style…though I am not sure about this print!! But I do love the black and white flats!!

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  3. Anonymous says

    June 7, 2013 at 12:36 pm

    This is beautiful! Your accessories are stunning. I only wish the dress had sleeves….some of us feel less confident in sleeveless clothing,

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  4. Madame Là-bas says

    June 7, 2013 at 12:54 pm

    This would be an easier dress to wear but, on 5'3.78", the pattern might be too large. I really like the red Gucci jacket.

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  5. Anonymous says

    June 7, 2013 at 12:59 pm

    Love the styling and the colours!

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  6. Anonymous says

    June 7, 2013 at 1:04 pm

    The traditional DVF wrap dresses (solid colors) are not worth the money. There are other versions available for a lot less money that have better finishing. The DVF Julien dress has a flap of material in the neck/chest area that should be sewn down, but isn't.

    Leah

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  7. Pondside says

    June 7, 2013 at 1:34 pm

    I'd wear this one – and would have fun copying all your wonderful accessories. I like it all!

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  8. Anonymous says

    June 7, 2013 at 1:47 pm

    I am fairly new to the site. I am confused about wearing the boots / trench with the dress. Inclement weather and then change into other shoes when you arrive at destination?

    Love your site.

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    • Lisbet says

      August 7, 2014 at 8:13 am

      I was wondering the same thing.

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  9. Susan says

    June 7, 2013 at 2:00 pm

    I love this dress, the colors, the print, and everything except the very short length. I went to the site to see it on a model. I have a couple of DVF dresses that I love. They are fairly wild prints, but sport three quarter sleeves and are below the knee in length. I remember scouring her site for the dresses that were below the knee. Both of mine are simple fitted sheaths. I've never tried one of her wrap dresses either.

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  10. Topcat says

    June 7, 2013 at 2:35 pm

    Lovely silhouette on that dress.

    For those who have a small budget and nimble fingers here are some suggestions for sewing patterns with a similar shape – that way you can have the fabric colour and print of your choice, the length you want, and put as much effort into achieving a good finish as you desire.

    http://voguepatterns.mccall.com/v1270-products-15133.php?page_id=857

    http://butterick.mccall.com/b5887-products-44965.php?page_id=155

    Here is one with sleeves too
    http://voguepatterns.mccall.com/v7762-products-4349.php?page_id=857

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  11. Anonymous says

    June 7, 2013 at 3:44 pm

    Thanks for those references, Topcat. I find that very careful fabric shopping is required to have the "look", but it's certainly possible with the wonderful online fabric sites.

    Janice, I just love your accessories! I'm learning so much.

    JoyceP in WI

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  12. webb says

    June 7, 2013 at 5:13 pm

    I love your description of "our" figure. Seems like there are lots of us, doesn't it? And, thanks to Tophat for the pattern numbers – often a great way to go.

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  13. Anonymous says

    June 7, 2013 at 6:06 pm

    I love both of the jackets you show. I will be searching for a more affordable version of these for my next trip!

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  14. Duchesse says

    June 7, 2013 at 9:48 pm

    If I'm going for a print, it would be a non-repeating one like this. Here in Montréal, cleavage is considered a national right; women show a lot, even at work. They were dumbfounded when the uproar about Hillary Clinton's tiny display of cleavage hit the press.

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  15. Corinne says

    June 7, 2013 at 9:51 pm

    everything I like about this one! styling is right on!

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  16. Juliann Whicker says

    June 7, 2013 at 5:53 pm

    What a lovely combination. I think you should do a wardrobe for camping. Because for me European cities would be lovely but Mt. Rushmore is more likely.

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  17. Christina says

    June 8, 2013 at 12:23 am

    I love this dress! Despite being an hourglass, I have never purchased a DVF wrap dress. I find them too short and too skimpy for all my curves. Every time I try one on, I have to size up and up and up. I am enjoying your accessories with this one. I would go for them all in blue.

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  18. Marla Robinson says

    June 7, 2013 at 11:56 pm

    Wow I love that dress.

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  19. Janice says

    June 8, 2013 at 2:33 pm

    Lovely as always. I saw your pictures yesterday at the blog of your friend from Over 50 Feeling 40. Wow, you do look like a very happy person! If you don't mind, I would like to ask what brand and style are your glasses? I really LOVE them.. They are just what I am looking for to replace my old ones. Can't wait to hear your exciting news for this blog!!!

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  20. Unknown says

    June 8, 2013 at 4:47 pm

    Supposedly the wrap dress is universally flattering. I have really liked the two posts with the DVF's dresses. I am a fan of hers most always.

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  21. Julie, Duchess of Sprawlsville says

    June 8, 2013 at 6:44 pm

    Even though I am [ahem] empty-balconied, I find myself busting out of DVF wrap dresses. I have a couple wraps from BCBG Max Azria. They are not silk, but I consider that an advantage because they are less likely to snag. At full price they sell for about $150 to $175. I bought one for $70 from an online flash sale and the other (nearly new) on eBay for $13.76. With all of that said, when I learned I had missed out on a chance for a limited-edition python-print DVF wrap dress, I fretted about it much longer than is really rational.

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  22. Unknown says

    June 8, 2013 at 7:38 pm

    I just received a DVF wrap dress for my birthday. I am curvy so I think it fits nicely but will need a camisole (as suggested by a prior poster) to provide more coverage up top.

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  23. Anonymous says

    June 9, 2013 at 8:29 pm

    Love the print (and I usually don't go for prints)!

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  24. Kristien62 says

    June 10, 2013 at 10:55 pm

    I love this dress and didn't think I could wear this style. But your description leads me to believe that I possibly could. My lack of a defined waist creates no end of problems. I tried a side wrap sweater from Ralph Lauren that I loved on the rack, but was awful on me. I am looking for a dress for a day casual day wedding and this would be lovely.

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