Thin shoulder straps lead to the open back of this bright short cocktail dress, while the short skirt skims the hips before ending well above the knees
Words by Ali Morrison Feature Image: Maty Fall walks the runway during the Schiaparelli Haute Couture Spring/Summer 2022 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on January 24, 2022, in Paris, France
Definitely a style for vacation and when you just want to bring a vacation vibe to your day
Nothing looks good or matches what I want in my head, which is when I have to pull my one foolproof dressing trick out from under my sleeve
For example, at graduation ceremonies ladies normally wear a long-sleeved kimono and over it a hakama skirt, together with closed boots (although one can also wear zori shoes)
A waterproof cloak is a very desirable addition, as it may be at any time suddenly needed