Long Dresses

“There’s a time and a place for everything” This old saying is true, especially in the fashion world. Each occasion, each daily event in life commands a certain kind of general look. Going to a black tie event? Going to a religious function? Going to meet someone’s parents for the first time? These occasions all call for a more conservative type of dress.

What to wear? This is when a long dress comes into play. A long dress is generally defined as one that reaches your ankles or the ground. It encases your legs and keeps them hidden from view. It can be a warm or cold weather dress, depending on the material and style, of course.

Up until the 1920’s, women always wore long dresses. As the 20th century proceeded on, hemlines rose and kept rising as women became more equal to men. While they were still worn by some, the general public favored the shorter hemlines. Especially with younger girls, hemlines that covered your feet were often seen as matronly.

Currently, long dresses are back in style, and will always be. This is because there are always certain occasions where this type of dress is the standard. A staple because of their versatility- although long, they can be very sultry and sexy, with plunging necklines, exposed backs, etc. They also offer a perfect way to dress feminine without exposing too much skin and getting unwanted attention.

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As previously mentioned, long dresses are often a requirement at black tie events and galas. That aside, there really is no wrong time to wear one, as long as the style is appropriate to the occasion. Throw on a maxi dress to look effortlessly fashionable when picking up your kids from school. Going to an outside event near the water? A maxi dress with a low neckline will keep the breeze at bay and still allow you to look seductive.

Now, you mini dress loving girls who are still not convinced, there are many positives to long dresses. If temperatures are a bit chilly, they allow you to dress feminine without freezing. Not feeling so in shape? You hide your legs while still wearing a dress and not pants. Because of their length, they can often be very comfortable, as they are softly enveloping your entire body without any tight waists or short hems to keep tugging down.

When buying a long dress, there are a few things to keep in mind. Of course, the standard things like size, flattering colours, price point, favored materials and so forth should be kept in mind. However, there are a few additional things. Occasion is most important. If it is being bought for casual daytime wear, are you going to wear heels with it? If you prefer flats, and are on the shorter side, you definitely must try on the dress and see if it is too long. It shouldn’t drag, lest you step on it and trip. A trip to the emergency room is not a fun one!

Women that are petite should probably steer clear of maxi dresses, as they will be too long. Some dresses can be tailored to the perfect length; however, to cut and tailor most styles can ruin the overall look or the dress itself. If it is a formal occasion or the dress will be worn with heels, shorter women should wear or bring the heels with them when trying on the dress to see if the length will work or not.

If a woman is of average or a tall height, long dresses, especially maxi dresses, usually will work in terms of length, with either flats or heels They are generally more suitable for taller women, as they are generally cut for people with longer legs and torsos and flatter them better.

Petite yet insistent on trying out a floor-grazing look? Then one should stick to leaner fits, or else they may look oddly proportioned, like they are drowning in the long dress. Taller women can wear both lean and flowier styles.

Von Vonni has numerous styles of long dresses for women for all occasions. The Von Vonni long Transformer dress is the most popular. It features a floor-sweeping hemline; with a skirt that is flowy yet slim. It can be self tailored for any occasion. You can tie the top part to look sexy, or stretch it to be more conservative. Its wearability and the countless times you can wear it make it a fabulous purchase. It also has an excellent price point.

The Gana silk maxi dress is another popular long dress by Von Vonni. With its demure neckline, floral print, fitted sleeves and wide, sweeping skirt, it is the picture of pure elegance and perfect for any important affair.

The Von Vonni  Samantha dress- Blue Maggie is another excellent dress. It is a floral silk, with a drop waist. The hemline is a little higher in the front, revealing the ankles, and lower in the back. It is a great dress as it can be worn from day to night.