I’ve been extolling the virtues of a summer maxi frock for a quite a few years now.
I believe there are two reasons why the maxi dress endures.
1. You do not need to shave your legs to wear it.
2. You can wear it with flat sandals and still look dressed up.
Two very good reasons, don’t you think?
Queensland-based label Verily has been offering up maxi frocks for as long as I’ve been championing them.
Designer Leonie Macleod just knows how to cut a pattern to fit and flatter all shapes and sizes of women.
She also knows that the key to a woman’s wardrobe is creating easy-t0-wear clothes that don’t need ironing.
This maxi dress very much falls into that category – it’s in a fine jersey and in a design that helps create a waist where some of us might be lacking.
I’m in love with the colour and the geometric print – which offers more than a nod to 1970s style when the maxi dress really did reign supreme … pass the Jatz and corn relish dip while I show you the dress on the model.
The model
Verily Mint Maxi $99
and me
Verily Mint Maxi* (I’m wearing size 14) | Blooming Leopard necklace* | Zoe Kratzmann wedges | Samantha Wills ring and arm party | Michael Kors watch
Style tip: the ideal maxi dress is one that does not have too much fabric. Opt for streamlined shapes to avoid tent-like proportions.
Would I find maxi dresses in your summer wardrobe?
* These pieces were given to me for editorial consideration
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Hi Nikki, this is a lovely photo of you, the dress looks wonderful.
Nikki this dress looks better on you than it does on the model – you look fabulous
I have just bought a maxi from blue bungalow who I found on your site. It is beautiful and such good value. I am taking it to Bali for the wedding we are attending in April. I’m sure I will wear it before, though. And they threw in a free bangle!!
I love this dress, love the print. I do wear maxi’s but not usually with sleeves
Maxi’s for me equal easy, comfortable and chic (I have loads). Sling one on, add some sparkly flats, earrings/necklace and bangles. Done!
Ps – You look fab! Have a great week 🙂
I LOVE this dress. The colours are gorgeous and I love that it has sleeves to cover the upper arms. I’m not a fan of my upper arms so when I wear a maxi dress, it needs to have some sort of sleeve. As always, you style it beautifully. 🙂
You would find loads of maxi dresses in my wardrobe, and are highly likely to find that exact one too – one day soon! Just love it!
Oh it’s very you Kim-Marie, yes it is!
I am new to your blog posts – but love them! Cute hair, love the necklace
Thanks NicNac. If you ever have any particular questions, feel free to email them through; that’s how many of the posts come about. Welcome x The SY Team
Ooooh I saw this in Leonie’s email last week and it really caught my eye. It looks gorgeous on you … and will soon be joining my wardrobe too! Great cut for those of us minimising hips and covering arms … i.e. me!
It is cut just right isn’t it Em? The SY Team
I agree with Sonia. You look gorgeous in this Nikki (as in everything you wear!) I’ll add a number 3 to your list of maxi advantages – the ability to over-indulge at lunch and still be comfortable! 😉
Ha! The perfect Christmas style Michelle. The SY Team
I bought a maxi skirt recently and love it sick. Am yet to find a truly flattering maxi dress but this one is lovely.
Keep trying on different styles Slapdashmama, you’ll find one you love eventually. The SY Team.
Once again, another Model and Me post where I think you should be featured in the brand’s campaign, Nikki. You look super chic! I love maxi dresses, my husband hates them. I am very short and curvy so I can feel swamped in them. For me, I think the key is to make sure I’m still showing flesh up top, it’s not too big and I can maintain a bit of shape. I’ve just ordered a black and white chevron stripe maxi from Shabby Sisters, so will keep you posted on how it looks on me!
Oh you’re too kind … and yes, if you’re shorter than showing your arms and keeping the shape streamlined. A tank-style maxi works best for you.
What a gorgeous dress for summer, and it looks great on you. I hate anything that clings during the hot months, so this would be an ideal addition to my summer wardrobe.
Oh me too … clingy is not my friend in summer at all!
I ADORE this dress on you Nikki,it is lovely and I hope Maxi dresses never ever go out of fashion as they are a big part of my wardrobe I love them! I cannot tell you how many I own cause you might think I have too many but there is a LOT and I may have bought a couple of new ones for upcoming parties as I love them so much.Great dress post Nikki and have fun with Mrs Woog and enjoy Sydney:)
It’s always lovely to spend time with Mrs Woog – lots of work on this week though.
Well enjoy what time you can Nikki 🙂
I love a maxi! I have two (so restrained) – one very bright and one monochrome. And I think this Verily mint is a very pretty colour.
It’s pretty, dramatic but not too so!
I absolutely LOVE this dress, which looks fabulous on you! Sadly, it’s too long for me (as are most maxi dresses) 🙁
I’m 167cm if that helps with length Jenni
Thanks Nikki – I’m 10 cm shorter 🙁