The great dress renaissance is still in full effect, which is good news for lazy gals like me--dresses are incredibly easy (hello, one piece!), feminine, and often comfortable. Speaking of which, if the temperature ever starts to drop, there's nothing cozier than a sweater dress. Interesting details and shaping keep them from looking like, well, you're wearing a sweater as a dress. Pair 'em with tights and boots and, if you are looking for a challenge, layer it with a turtleneck for added warmth. Voila--there's your winter uniform. You're welcome!
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Shopbop has a ton of cute sweater dresses, the first of which being Jovovich-Hawk's Viola. I like the asymmetrical look, and the fact that it zips up gives is a very Bond-babe sexiness.
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I love how Stella McCartney made this kitschy Fairisle sweater look cool. I think all it needs is some black leggings and Doc Martens for an all-out grunge-revival.
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But if you're going to splurge, why not do it on this gorgeous Nina Ricci Sweater Dress? Part of Olivier Theyskens' first collection for the house, it's sure to be a collector's item. But if you're going to actually wear it, I'd suggest a slip and some opaque tights underneath for modesty's sake.
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I'm glad Mark Eisen is back with his knitwear line Karoo, because dresses like this cashmere boatneck are cut in a flattering manner and finished with unique details. And they're super-soft, which is always a bonus.
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Vanessa Bruno has always done interesting things with jersey, and now for fall, she's working with heavier knits. I love the pleating at the shoulders and sleeves of this sweater dress; it has that effortless-cool look that all of her pieces do.
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Another designer who usually is innovative with jersey is Mara Hoffman, and, again, with this cashmere dress, the interest is all in the sleeve--Juliet sleeves, to be exact. The short length keeps it sexy and prevents it from veering into Renaissance Faire territory.
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This sweater dress from Forever 21 has a curvy shape that prevents the knit from looking too heavy and bulky. It's a whole lotta synthetic fibers, but this is the perfect thing to wear for a night out--pair with motorcycle boots and/or a fitted leather jacket. Bonus: You can throw it in the washing machine.
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Up until a few weeks ago, I had no idea that the merchandise in European Gaps is different than what's in U.S. stores. Lucky for us, a small selection of European looks is available online, including this sweater dress, whose sweeping sleeves are clearly far too dramatic for the U.S. market.
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This belted sweater dress from Alice Temperley's Go International Target collection was one of the standout pieces--and tellingly so, it's almost sold out. Check your local store or, better yet, eBay if you don't see your size here--that's what I'll be doing.
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I love Jovovich-Hawk's sweater dress. It looks comfy too!
Lucy @ GlamChic Glam.com
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