Do you like wrap dresses? I definitely do. They are ultra-feminine, look great in all lengths, and are flattering on every body shape.
Wrap garments have been around for a long time – think Japanese kimonos and Chinese robes dating back several centuries. Women’s wrap dresses were first introduced to Europe and the Americas and became fashionable garments in the 1930s by designer Elsa Schiaparelli and then Claire McCardell in the 1940s.
Designer Diane von Fürstenberg brought the wrap dress to the top of its popularity in the early 1970s by designing collections of brightly printed knit wrap dresses.
Best wrap dresses for women over 50.
Wrap dresses can be found in an array of fabrics–from stretchy knit jerseys to thick woven cotton. They look beautiful with or without sleeves, and the natural V-neck that the wrap creates is very flattering.
Helpful tip: Choose how much or how little cleavage you want to show by adding a hidden inside pin or a fitting brooch.
Wrap dresses have become a timeless staple with many brands and designers offering them every season.
Read WHAT ARE THE BEST DRESSES FOR OLDER WOMEN OF EVERY SIZE AND SHAPE?
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Let’s start with a Diane von Fürstenberg wrap dress. This wrap dress falls just mid-calf, and the attached waistband cinches the smallest part of your silhouette.
I know designer brands are not accessible to everyone, but I felt my list wouldn’t be complete without a Diane von Fürstenberg dress!
Anne Klein is famous for designing beautiful dresses for women of all ages. The wrap dresses that have become regular offerings through the years are always very popular.
This classic wrap dress from HALOGEN can be found at Nordstrom. The midi-length dress is cut from stretchy knit that keeps you stylish and comfortable.
Alex Evenings designs evening and special event dresses with mature women in mind. This cocktail wrap dress is made with their signature compression fabric that is figure flattering.
This lovely micro floral print maxi dress in cheerful yellow and green has a charming ruffled neckline and wrap skirt, exuding femininity and style.
Another pretty wrap dress from Maggie London that I couldn’t resist adding to the list. I love the black and white floral print, long cuffed sleeves, and pin-tucked V-neck.
This long floral vintage-inspired wrap dress at Amazon is very affordable and is offered in several color combos.
Cute tulip-print wrap dress from Amazon Essentials is priced under $50 and is made with a sustainably sourced rayon blend fabric.
Read 14 BEAUTIFUL SUNDRESSES FOR WOMEN OVER 60.
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Do you like wrap dresses? Do you own a wrap dress? Which one is your favorite from our list? Tell us about it in the comments below.
I love all of these wrap dresses. I discovered wrap dresses for myself a year ago when I had to start wearing long black footless compression tights and was looking for ways to style them in summer. Wrap dresses work beautifully and I now own two- one blue and white and one bright red. Both are in thin cotton that I can dress up or down!
Bridget