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The mini dress is the ultimate classic that can make a woman look casual, chic, sexy, elegant, and a whole bunch of other things, depending on how your wear it. Below we’ll share you our styling secrets on how to make this naughty little number the go to in your summer wardrobe.

What’s a mini dress?

The mini rose to fame in the Sixties because of its flirty vibes, which at the time was totally on fleek. Although as the years went on, the dress lost its sinful ways and became rather tacky, especially when worn by wannabe WAGs during the nighties. In terms of design, this staple has gone through a makeover down the years. The most distinctive characteristic of the mini dress is its length, which is above the knee but below mid-thigh. Some come high-waisted and pleated, and others in more daring styles like velvet, denim and leather.

What to wear with a mini dress

Unfortunately, the short dress can look quite out of place for being too revealing if worn incorrectly. Here are a few tips on how to work this style staple with confidence, without getting unwanted attention:

• Choose a dress that suits your figure: First and foremost, the dress has to match your body shape. There’s nothing more off-putting than trying to fit into a tight mini dress that highlights the wrong angles. If you are on the curvier side, bring out the hourglass in your figure by wearing a colour block dress. This particular style defines your waist and separates your upper and lower body. Long legs? Tights are the answer! (We’ll explain in more detail below…). If you want to accentuate your arms, hips or bust, go for an empire dress. They highlight your assets and drape gracefully, skimming over your midsection.


• The right accessories are so important: Clutch bags are a great option for most dress lengths but work so well with short dresses. Two small and simple items paired together work wonders and look undeniably cute! If you prefer a subtle dress, why not experiment with chunky jewellery such as statement necklaces and cuff bracelets?


• Tights are the perfect complement: If you feel the dress is a little too short, tights can make your outfit look a bit classier and offer more coverage. Unless you are very confident, you should avoid fishnet or net tights and opt for opaque or solid colours instead.