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Babydoll dresses never seem to go out of fashion. In fact they only seem to gain popularity year after year. These dresses drew inspiration from the cute petite dresses that traditional dolls wore in the past. They are short, A-line and loosely fitting dresses with its waist line positioned much higher than the natural waistline would be.
This type of dress first became a fashion icon and got its name after the 1956 movie "Baby doll" where the leading actress, Carroll Baker, wore it creating a signature look that was both sexy but not too revealing. Various designers such as Victoria's Secret have since recreated this dress in a number of ways to give it a contemporary twist while still maintaining the authenticity of its origins.
The question many fashion lovers and trend observers keep asking is: what is it about the babydoll dress that keeps it coming back and staying relevant, season after season?
Babydoll dresses are suitable for a wide range of sizes because of its loose fitting A-line frame. This frame is very forgiving and persuades people to keep the dress and push it into the next fashion season. After all, who would want to get rid of clothing that works for them effortlessly time and time again?
The baby doll dress is a very versatile dress that can keep you going literally through any season. During the summer, show off your legs and shoulders with a sheer or lace sleeveless babydoll dress and a pair of flats or sandals. During the winter, a long sleeved babydoll dress paired with thick leggings and knee length boots can work perfectly to give you that whimsical sexy look while still keeping you warm.
Another reason why the babydoll dress is a survivor in the fashion industry is because they have designs suitable for daytime attire and also baby nightwear. The babydoll nighties offer an array of sexy lingerie and negligee that can be used to spice up your bedroom attire. There is also a range of subtle and comfort oriented babydoll nighties and nightwear that are still fashionable.
The babydoll dress, whether the day dress or the babydoll nightwear, is great because it gracefully cascades over your curves and accentuates your best features. But despite all these raging praises, you have to be careful to wear the babydoll dress in the correct manner.
Choose the right length
Babydoll dresses should end right above the knee or slightly higher if you are short. Be careful not to choose one that is too short because remember, the dress is loose and flowing and the wind might not be so merciful on some days. Perhaps it is advisable to hang up your babydoll dress on a very windy day.
Flowing or maternity?
To avoid the confusion that you are rocking a maternity dress, pair your babydoll dress with appropriate accessories. Heels are ideal for this especially if the dress is really flowing and loose. Apply light and fresh makeup with the right amount of jewelry.
Too lacey
If you are wearing a babydoll dress for a day out, avoid wearing one that has too much lace trimmings on it because it could look like you are wearing a babydoll nightie.
All in all, it seems that the babydoll dress is around to stay for yet another season. I expect we shall be seeing more of them in the upcoming ones.
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