Now we have Discovered 7 Tactics to Get Extra Out of Your Outdated Maxi Attire

You would think there's nothing new to learn about maxi dresses and to wear them, but actually, there is. The maxi has become a seasonless wardrobe essential, and as such, a myriad of new ways to style them have arisen. In winter, we were wearing ours over roll-necks and jeans and pairing them with heavy jackets, but now that spring has arrived (and summer not far behind it), there's a refresher course to enrol in.

With all that wear, we urge you to not put your old longline frocks to the back of the wardrobe and proclaiming it the dress of yesteryear. We've done our research, and there are some new-season fashion formulas to ensure the maxi is also your go-to for summer 2018.

From the floral to minimal, billowing cotton to sumptuous silks, there really is a style for everyone (and every body shape) this season. But it's not really about which silhouette you buy, it's about how you wear what you've selected.

Of course, it's easy to sideline the maxi to an "event only" outfit or throw it on with equally easygoing boho sandals, but believe it or not, they are probably one of the most transitional pieces in your wardrobe. Keep scrolling to click through our gallery of how to wear a maxi dress (in so many right ways) this season.

Charlotte Groeneveld in a maxi dress by Thomas Maier.

Style Notes: Lose the overly cutesy feeling by wearing ditsy florals with a clashing graphic print. Layer dresses over long-sleeve shirts or loud printed T-shirts instead.

Style Notes: Maxi dresses can be as sleek as you desire. Note how Sarah Ellen channels a sophisticated look by pairing hers with a sleeveless coat, thus combatting the question of what jacket to wear.

Patterned without being too whimsical, this maxi is the definition of hardworking.

Add edge to your silhouette with a chic, sleeveless cover-up.

A classic strappy sandal never dates.

Style Notes: Gilda Ambrosio has a no-holds-barred approach to her maxi-dress styling. From the shocking pink to the jacket intentionally buttoned only at the top as well as the open-toe boots, this is a forward approach to wearing a very feminine dress.

Layer over a tee if it's a little chilly.

Throw on to stop any spring chills.

Polarising, sure, but these boots will give any maxi dress an interesting twist.

Style Notes: Floral needn’t equal twee. The simplest solution to add an urban edge to ditzy florals is with a trusty pair of crisp Converse, like NYC resident Charlotte Groeneveld.

Perfect for weekends, holidays and every occasion in between.

Do we really need to persuade you to buy a pair of these?

A shoulder bag is a must for adding a ladylike spin to longer hem lengths.

Style Notes: Thought that off-white, tiered dresses were solely for the beach? Think again. A touch of high-contrast black footwear and a utilitarian belt can make that ankle-grazing frock pride of place in your city-slicker wardrobe.

This accessory will remove prim connotations from any item of clothing.

All the comfort of trainers, with added embellishment.

Style Notes: Even though this floor-length dress is decidedly boho in spirit, Veronika Heilbrunner brings it into the present with her inimitable urban approach. Converse and a classic leather jacket can always be trusted to dial down floral numbers.

Zara always comes through with a great floral dress.

The oversize approach is what really draws us to this jacket.

These beauties will go with everything.

Style Notes: A gorgeous fusion of embroidered satin and rich velvet, this is a look that lends itself to wedding guest-worthy attire or an indulgent, at-home outfit.

This beautiful hue will complement all skin tones.

Just as impactful worn over jeans and a white tee.

Invest in quality sandals, and your feet will thank you for it.

Style Notes: One of our forever favourites, Kate Foley, spins a new concept together by layering her maxi shirtdress over tailored trousers. Heels will always dress up this look.

Hello, workwear wardrobe.

These are slim enough to fit under a maxi.

The ultimate embellished court shoes, courtesy of Manolo.

Style Notes: A new way to do Morticia Addams? We like it. Try a black maxi in tulle, and wear with black accessories and a jacket. Sunglasses are mandatory.

Add some drama to your look with this dazzling neckline.

This is serious evening wear.

Gigi Hadid is a big fan of this sunglass brand.

Style Notes: With the amount of shoulder-detailing around right now, it's easy to find a strappy maxi dress that doesn't feel dated. Remember now: hair up!

This is ideal for all those weddings you have coming up this summer.

Under £60? Yes, please.

This is on offer, so we'd act sharpish.

Style Notes: Want to wear last year's summer maxi dress? Or just bought one you can't bring yourself to save for this year's holiday? Pair with a black roll-neck and matching shoes.

Toughen this up with a roll-neck or a leather jacket (or both!).

You'll get so much wear out of this.

So easy to wear.

Style Notes: How does a fashion guru style a pretty maxi? Long coat, white tee, big earrings, statement boots. Done.

The understated floral dress.

The perfect white T-shirt.

Iconic boots in the making. Next up: The seven S/S 17 fashion trends you need to know about.

Style Notes: Floral needn’t equal twee. The simplest solution to add an urban edge to pretty florals is with a trusty pair of Converse, like NYC resident Charlotte Groeneveld.

Style Notes: We love the way Tatum McPherson styled her maxi dress with dainty boots and a cool rucksack. The elegant jewellery adds to the overall look, too.

Style Notes: Gilda Ambrosio has a "no holds barred" approach to her maxi-dress styling. From the shocking pink colour to the intentionally top-zipped jacket, this is a forward approach to wearing a very bold dress.

Style Notes: Thought that white tiered dresses were solely for super-formal occasions? Think again. A touch of high-contrast black footwear and an on-trend belt bag catapults this to a casual status.

Style Notes: A maxi dress's floor-length finish can make finding a jacket to wear with it a difficult thing. Longline coats can drown you in fabric, whilst a cropped coat can just look messy. Veronika Heilbrunner's waist-synching leather jacket is the perfect companion for her long frock.

Style Notes: We love this gorgeous fusion of embroidered satin and rich velvet. This is the perfect layered look for sunny city days.

And there you have it—all the new ways to wear your favourite old maxi dress. Cool stuff, right?

This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.

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Fashion

May 29, 2018