Mock Two-Piece Dresses. They seem to be everywhere lately; gracing runways, celebrities, magazine pages, and the racks at your local mall. It seems that in our culture of "get it faster, make it simpler," the hard work of pairing a couple of separates is now being done for us. No longer do you need to decide if those two pieces "go" together or not. Just buy a dress that's been matched up for you already, slip it over your head and you're all set.
I will admit that when I first began to see this trend coming, I thought it was a bit pointless. What was the purpose of a dress that was essentially two separates paired together? Wasn't this what I did every Sunday when dressing for church?
Only recently (when I've been hard-pressed to make my wardrobe "work" and just longed for the ease of a no "fuss dress" that was easy to put on and equally flattering and fun to wear) have I begun to appreciate, and even admire, the mock two-piece. Maybe it's due in part to Michelle O.'s apparent love for them, and how well they suit her amazing style...
Now I want one. :)
I think that there's a mock two-piece dress for pretty much anybody out there. With a whole lot of variety, from length to hemline widths, to color and fabric combinations, the options are really endless and as unlimited as your imagination. Let me show you some lovelies I discovered at New Yorker's Apparel. I think they will be appreciated the whole world over.
"Two in One" dresses provide a nice alternative to the traditional sheath dress. While a simple sheath is and always will be a lovely, classic option, a mock two-piece provides more interest and fun to your look, while remaining as professional and classy as ever.
The silk and satin bodices on the first two dresses shown here instantly make these "ensembles" appropriate for a nice evening out. The blue and white cotton dress is perfect for more relaxed, summery occasions. The ruffles on the bodice and bold printed skirt add personality and spunk to the style.
For a slightly more casual look, a knit "top" is comfortable and flattering. These two style are so very simple, but are kept from looking dowdy by classic black and a good fit. The exciting skirt prints liven things up - and a belt, whether it's skinny or wide, gives additional definition to the waistline.
Ahh...every one of these last few dresses just screams "Michelle O." to me (yes, I admit that I am thoroughly addicted to her fashion choices :). Sleeveless pieces are just perfect for summer, especially with a nice knit top. Of course, the colors, prints and belts are really make these three pieces special.
The blue and white one is just out-of-this world stunning (I want it!), the brown dress is simple and groovy (thanks to the unique belt), and the third is bold and cheerful (with a fun ribbon waistband!). Just superb.
If you're on a budget (who isn't nowadays?) and can't find a reasonable mock two-piece dress, you can always make your own. How about tacking together a couple of separates (a cute skirt with a plain tank, and a belt on top) with a few stitches? Sounds pretty simple to me! Of course, you could also start from scratch, and use a sewing pattern as your guide.What are your thoughts on this "mockery" of a trend? I'm rather inclined to like it. ;)
Images: YESSTYLE / Michelle O. Style / New Yorker's Apparel / Simplicity Patterns
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