Greek Chic: The Greek trend is back again

By Sisi Tsoi


If you're mourning the end of the Summer months (or anticipating it - hi to those in the Southern hemisphere!), you may be thinking about getting out your staples and stowing the beautiful dresses away for the year. Down from the attic come the large sweaters, the relaxed jeans and thick socks. You do not, nevertheless, need to wave farewell to the notion of looking girly and glitzy in floaty chiffon dresses. Grecian fashion pieces are fantastic for layering up and present another option to the 'boring' jeans and jumper combo that is the quick go to ensemble in the cooler months. It's easy to get into a routine of wearing the same identical knits day when going on an excursion, but these pieces can be put to better use by pairing them with dressier items.

Starting with a Grecian style dress, you could layer with thicker tights and a holey knit, for a twist on the 90s grunge fashion, for example. A mix of the feminine along with the more edgy, you can mingle styles for a look that is entirely yours, and is able to keep you comfy through the season.

Adoring the look of the Military trend this Fall, but too sad to say goodbye to your chiffon sundresses? Layer up a cream coloured Grecian dress with a camouflage jacket, and finish off the set of clothing with combat shoes and gold accessories. The juxtaposition of Military and Grecian is compelling exactly because of its incongruity; playing with different textures and mixing a color palette shows you know how to take pleasure in your style, and keeps your summer items relevant.

Adoring the look of the Military style this Fall, but too sad to say goodbye to your chiffon sundresses? Layer up a cream coloured Grecian dress with a camouflage coat, and carry out the ensemble with combat boots and gold accessories. The juxtaposition of Military and Grecian is compelling precisely because of its incongruity; enjoying different textures and mixing a color palette shows you know how to get pleasure from your style, and keeps your summer pieces relevant.

It's also vital that you consider that whilst we might associate Grecian dresses fundamentally with Summer vacations, they're just as much a traditional for eveningwear all year round. Ever favored by Proms and Debutantes, it's a fail-safe fashion because of the classic cuts and ancient historical references. Of course in Fall and Winter, you'll need to accessorize with additional than a tan and strappy sandals. A cosy shrug - or perhaps a leather coat for an edgier look - in a complementary tone help keep the outfit weather relevant but also ensure the focus is on your wonderful dress.

When it comes to shoes, you possibly can put on your open toed high-heels if that's what you prefer, but we'd suggest a quality pair of nude footless tights to ensure that you're not either very cold or left with the toe of your tights getting obvious. It is possible, however, to complement more recent shoe styles with the classic Grecian dress, and carry off the look. A clompy pair of Jeffrey Campbell boots brings a fierceness to your womanly outfit, and wedges will certainly lend some ease to your step. With the Leather/Bondage trend of Fall 2012, seen at Alexander Wang and Givenchy, you can accessorize with belts and harnesses for a look that's sexy and chic, or bring some darkness with your make up; a plum lipstick says gothic glamor like nothing else.




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