The growing trend towards modest clothing for women has seen the arrival of ladies fashion with more coverage available to everybody. Women of all backgrounds and ages who are looking for a demure look can enjoy the latest collections. Furthermore, the emergence of modest clothing is creating far more diversity within the fashion world. It also means a variety of styles from the contemporary to simply stylish are at hand for all to try.
Tapping into the growing trend to dress conservatively will take you on an empowering journey. You will find modern wardrobe staples along with glamorous pieces too. Day to evening outfits feature longer lengths, high necklines, dresses with sleeves, coatigans, kaftan tunics, culottes and trouser suits.
Midi and Maxi Dresses and Skirts
There’s something ultra-feminine about midi and maxi length dresses and skirts that are forever timeless. With a nod to old Hollywood glamour and a bygone era, this season brings an eclectic mix of fashion updates. So whether it’s a statement prom dress, Mother of the Bride or party outfit there’s a dress for every event. For those that prefer two-piece styling floor-skimming skirts coordinate with a variety of high necked blouses and tops. Reworked styles crafted in opulent silk, chiffon and lace are adorned with embroidered sequins and beads. Embellished shoes and bags are available too for a complete look.
High Neck and Long Sleeve Dresses
It’s a great time to update your wardrobe with practical and versatile separates to take you from season to season. Even better when they work well together and capture the essence of modest dressing. Chic designs favouring high necks include pussy-bow blouses, buttoned-up shirts and collared tops with frills and ruffles. For arm coverage, interchangeable items create a multitude of outfit combinations. Find perfect layering with waterfall cover-ups, shawls and kimono wraps along with ponchos and capes.
Kimono Jackets
AllSaints Carina Batu Kimono Jacket, Deep Khaki Green
Kaftans are making waves in fashion at the moment and are not just for the beach. So it’s not surprising the relaxed feel and freedom of movement has made the kaftan a favoured everyday summer dress. Long kaftans worn as dresses come in a choice of finishes in cool linen, cotton and sumptuous silk.
Designers have redefined the iconic seventies kaftan from billowing resort wear to a more casual yet sophisticated look. Many feature striking prints in deep and pastel shades which make for stand-out styling whatever the season.
The trend for conservative dressing has made way for longline jackets, tunics and kaftan layering. Most of all, the easy-wearing charm of kaftan tunics has seen their popularity rise, especially in the summer months. They look just as great worn alone as they do paired with cool linen trousers.
Meanwhile, a choice of trouser widths adds to the fun of mixing up a versatile two-piece ensemble for dressy trouser suits. Slim leggings, wide leg trousers to high waisted trousers can all be dressed up or kept fashionably casual with a kaftan.
L.K. Bennett modest occasion outfits in navy blue and emerald green. New autumn winter 2017 collections and wedding wear also include: long printed silk dresses with sheer long sleeves and high necklines, round neck silk blouses, flattering panel skirts in crepe and satin. Finish with suede clutch and lace kitten heel court shoes in coordinating colours.
Shop Boden for modest clothing for women and stylish co-ordinating fashion for every occasion. Formal to sophisticated casual include spot, stripes, floral and colour block dresses, tailored jackets and cover ups plus trendy shoes and bags. Find modern occasionwear for Mother of the Bride and guests too. Accessorise with statement jewellery and colourful belt.
The Modist is home to luxury modest clothing for women who appreciate style and elegant dressing. Whatever the occasion from garden party, race day to formal weddings and dinner dates an exciting range awaits. Shop knee, midi and maxi length skirts, dresses and long sleeve blouses with high necklines in colourful prints, ruffles, layers and pleats.
Chesca plus size occasionwear and dresses with long sleeves. Modest range of clothing for women formal events, weddings and special occasions. New arrivals include notch neck collar stretch jersey drape dresses, rose print chiffon coat, matching top and dressy trousers. There’s also a peach all over crush pleat flounce trim dress with separate slip.
Curated by Debra Binns
Debra Binns is the co-founder of MotherOfTheBrideOutfits.org.uk. Debra has been creating and sharing relevant content about women's occasionwear since 2009, bringing together fabulous fashion from the high street and online stores for that special occasion.
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