The Most Flattering Dress for Every Body Type

 

grey swing dress ($36, wearing a size small), also comes in stripes
Right after we took these photos yesterday, the sky opened up and a huge thunderstorm rolled in… so the lighting isn’t the best in these pictures, but I hope you can still tell how flattering and cute this grey swing dress is! I ordered two (it also comes in stripes) and they were even cuter in person than they looked online. It has to be the most universally flattering dress ever – most swing dresses appear to swallow you up, but this one is the perfect fit. It has just enough material to be super comfy but still somewhat fitted. For this look I added some cute tassel necklaces and my Steve Madden wedges – which happen to be on sale right now!

Today and tomorrow are going to be really tough days. Ever since my brother was little, he has had a passion for Japan and Japanese culture, always knowing that he eventually wanted to live and work there. After graduating college this spring, he officially accepted a position teaching English there… and today is his last day in the United States! My mom and I have been crying on and off the past week, but I know tomorrow morning is going to be the worst (when we take him to the airport). Chris, I’m so proud of you for following your dreams, you have been the best little brother and blog supporter, and I can’t wait to come visit you in Japan!

xoxo

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  1. Love that dress and how you styled it!
    The Style Storm
    <3, Christina

    7.24.15Reply
  2. Love that necklace!

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  3. I must say this cute dress is indeed very flattering for you but I'm not sure if I would also look so good it πŸ™‚
    xx Rena
    http://www.dressedwithsoul.com

    7.24.15Reply
  4. Carefree and chic, love it!

    Laura
    http://www.24-7style.com

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  5. Congratulations to your brother on his new adventures in Japan! Love that swing dress. May pick one up.

    Ellen | A Pop of Pink

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  6. This dress is so cute on you! Love that tassel necklace as well. Congrats and best of luck to your brother! He will have such an amazing time living in Japan. xx

    Audrey Adair | http://www.happilyaudrey.com

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  7. This dress is so adorable on you!! Perfect for summer! Best of luck to your brother!

    Brittany,
    http://www.lawyerlookbook.com

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  8. Very cute dress! I love your tassel necklace! πŸ™‚ Sometimes my favorite time to take pictures is when it's overcast because of all the ambient lighting.

    champagneandcitylights.com

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  9. Cute dress indeed:P

    Shall We Sasa

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  10. Love this! It definitely is flattering for every body type. I actually have a few dresses like this one. That necklace is such a statement too!

    http://www.jerseygirltexanheart.com

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  11. It looks so perfect for summertime! I'll definitely have to check out the striped version because I'm obsessed with stripes! Thanks for sharing!

    xo
    Cynthia
    http://www.darlingdownsouth.com

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  12. Really loving that dress, may need to snag it!

    adoredbyalex.com

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  13. Always looking so stylish and pretty in everything that you're wearing!
    Sorry to hear that you have to "part" ways with your brother, but he's just following
    his passion and a life-long dream. That's something to be very happy about, not many
    people dare to live the life that they want and settle for something that is just "ok".

    http://lartoffashion.com

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  14. Love your necklaces! They're so fun. Sometimes I love taking photos with overcast skies so that i'm not burning up and so that the lighting isn't so intense!

    Kellie's Kollection

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  15. I love that dress! I have been looking for the perfect dress in that style and I think I may have just found it! Also, congratulations to your brother, it is so cool that he has the opportunity to follow his dreams.

    -Ashley
    MyWellDressedLife.com

    7.24.15Reply
  16. Loving those Steve Madden wedges, looks great with your dress!

    http://www.mintnotion.com

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  17. I love the dress! I have a similar style dress and you're right, it's super flattering! That's so great that your brother is following his dreams! You guys must be so proud!

    xo, Nina
    Law of Fashion Blog

    7.24.15Reply
  18. That dress is gorgeous. Good luck to your brother!

    – Kaitlyn | http://www.TheCrownFox.com

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  19. I love how you dressed up this casual dress!

    xo | The Fashion Forecast

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  20. I love your lip stick, such a pretty color and it really fits you! I hope everything is going to be well with your brother!! Skype is always a good idea! πŸ˜€

    http://sequinsinpink.blogspot.com

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  21. So awesome your brother is going to Japan to pursue his dream! I have felt the same way about Mexico and did the exact same thing when I graduating college.

    Love the dress!

    Stephanie
    http://ishowedupinboots.com

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  22. That dress is amazing and so cozy looking. Congrats to your brother! I've had a few friends who've accepted music teaching positions in Japan and Dubai and it's always hard to see someone you love go. But I'm sure he'll do amazing things! God bless you and your family πŸ™‚

    thesixthdisneyprincess.blogspot.com

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  23. Anonymous

    I have to agree on these swing dresses, they look so cute on everyone I see them on! And I wish you the best of luck sending your brother off! I have a little brother too (Also named Chris!) and I can't imagine him moving to another country πŸ™

    -Rae
    studentsandstyle.wordpress.com

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  24. that is such an adorable dress and at a great price too!! always love your style!
    xoxo, Maddie
    https://www.etsy.com/shop/SequinsInTheCity

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  25. I own so many tshirt dresses its ridiculous I have one in almost every color. They are my favorite staples in my closet and my go-to. My favorite part is that it can be worn in the summer or in the fall with boots πŸ™‚
    XO Janina
    http://janinafran.blogspot.ca

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  26. I purchased a tank swing dress from Old Navy earlier this summer and seriously have lived in it! SO comfy- especially when traveling!

    C's Collection
    http://chelseascollection.com

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  27. I adore that dress!! I also want that necklace! Great picks and pics! πŸ™‚

    xoxo,
    Ash

    CvilletoDC.blogspot.com

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  28. That dress is adorable! I'm tempted to purchase. xx

    champagnedaydream.blogspot.com

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  29. Cute! Love your wedges!

    http://www.highheelstosneakers.com

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  30. Love your style and your blog! You are so gorgeous and are such an inspiration! Good luck to your little brother =) Hope he loves Japan!! I am from Tokyo and go back every year to see the family so if he ever has questions or problems, please feel free to contact me anytime!!

    Lisa
    http://adashoflisa.wix.com/adashoflisa

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  31. I love that hassle necklace on you! Super cute!

    Her Heartland Soul
    http://herheartlandsoul.com

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  32. I've been searching all over for the perfect swing dress, this color looks fantastic & I bet it would transition so great into the Fall!

    xoxo, SS

    The Southern Stylista

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  33. Safe travels and lots of luck to your little brother! ❀

    7.25.15Reply
  34. Cute dress!!

    Blonde in Cashmere

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  35. Obsessed with your necklace.

    Liv

    http://www.livforstyle.net

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  36. Definitely the perfect dress for everyone! Good luck to your brother
    Dresses & Denim

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  37. Cute dress!! I love your necklace!
    xx
    Mademoiselle Coconath
    http://mllecoconath.com

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  38. Your hair is always on point! <3

    Joss | http://www.theblushingbella.com

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  39. I love your dress! It really is super flattering! I bet this is so hard sending your little brother off πŸ™ Way to go for following his dreams though. I think that is amazing!

    Rachel
    Simply Rachel Nicole

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  40. Love this dress!! I think I"m going to get it in black!

    With love always,
    Sadie Lee
    http://heysadielee.blogspot.com/

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  41. I really want your hair! That necklace really works well with that dress.

    http://xoxobella.com/

    7.26.15Reply
  42. Love this dress! Looks great.

    Indya x
    http://eastindystreet.com/indya-in-little-india/

    7.28.15Reply