I also love the idea of occasion dressing and how everything a person wears can get a bit more volume and added drama for an event. People who often wear the babydoll also feel a strong connection to the shared sisterhood of the piece, as well as the nostalgic vibes: When I wear the silhouette, not only do I feel confident, but I feel in touch with my feminine side, says Juliana Shun, 23, a stylist and accessories lead for a thrift store who frequently wears the look
Their cotton construction and slightly relaxed structure make them compatible with most brown shoe styles, from Derbies and monk straps for smarter settings to Chelsea boots and loafers for weekends
The common thread across all of them
The Dominican national symphony played his favourite song, My Way , and then, to the stately strains of Bolero , the show began: a parade of 60 mostly party dresses with hems high, low and everything in between, inspired by the story of the Dominican Republic
This floor-length gown flows gracefully to the ground, perfect for evening events, galas, and special occasions