New Found Lust: Day Birger et Mikkelsen

Tuesday, December 29

Little Non-Black Dreses to Welcome the New Decade

Another year has gone by...and there's no reason why to play safe with the beloved and comfy LBD ¹. This time around, non-black is the new black. Daring, textured and dazzling describe the party dress destined to close a hard to forget 2009 and welcome the uncertain '10s. A hint of 80s vintage mixed with 21st century decadence will make dancing to Prince's 1999 acquire a new meaning.

Moreover, the perfect one should scream HERE & NOW: an attitude we must learn to live by and express - one day at a time.

A. Metallic Bandage Dress by Hervé Léger - B. Dip Dye Fringed Tunic by Topshop - C. Sequin Flapper Dress by Oasis - D. Aspen Dress by Jill Stuart - E. Uptown Sequined Silk-Chiffon Dress by DAY Birger et Mikkelsen - F. Grecian Drape Dress by Lipsy - G. Ruffled Prom Dress by Karen Millen.

¹ Little Black Dress.

Friday, July 11

The Black and White Block Dress Trend: Identities and Winner Revealed

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It's a tie!

After days of votes from our readers, the results are in and it's a tie. Our first exhibit is the Monochrome Jersey Dress by H&M, made of a fabric meant for the day-to-day and with a simple, easy-to-wear design. The second exhibit is the Daily Slip Dress by Day Birger et Mikkelsen with a more dressier style.

Regardless of how casual or formal they are, the most important difference is where their color block division is located. In the first example, the black block begins just below the chest while the second one starts at the waist. The end result can be very different since this line is where the focus will be put on. Therefore, it's recommended that this color division is located where your narrowest part of the body is.

New Found Lust's verdict:

H&M Monochrome Jersey Dress (Exhibit A.) - Best for casual outings, recommended when the ribcage is narrower than the waist.

Day Birger et Mikkelsen Daily Slip Dress (Exhibit B.) - Made for dressier occasions, it's most recommended when the waist is narrower than the ribcage.

What do you think?