Maxi Movements

Oasap Street style Platforms shoes

Maxis are one of the most versatile style of garments that
any woman can wear! I typically wear them more during spring and summer, but I have
found them to be wonderful trans-seasonal pieces in my wardrobe.

Think about it—whether
a maxi dress or skirt, they’re easy to wear, even better to pack, and no demanding
styling is needed.You can literally wear a basic Tee,
maxi skirt, and sandals and have either an overall casual aesthetic or even
transform those pieces into a more refined ensemble!

Maxi dresses Bebe fashion

I decided to wear this silk dyed maxi dress one day to work,
and then to meet with friends later. It was one of those occasional work weekends. But, I made the most of it, and wanted to be dressed slightly more relaxed than normal
work attire and without going for denim.

It was a low-key night, and I knew that most of the others that I was planning to meet
were going to be very casual, so I swapped out my cropped blazer and opted
for a cargo jacket. Why do I love it? It’s multifunctional and has loads of pockets!

Sometimes the most effective elements are random and simple.
For me, it was pairing a nice silk dress that I found in the depths of my closet
with comfortable shoes! I also liked the casual vibe to the look and blended
favourable vintage to add texture with an earthy, yet contemporary feeling!  Either way, it was the right combination of comfort and style that I wanted. Are you a maxi lover?  

Oasap Street style blogger tooled vintage bags


The goods: Maxi dress-Bebe, Patent shoes-c/o Oasap,
Vintage-Tooled handbag and eagle belt-charity shop, Jacket-Old Navy (last seen here), and Lucite necklace-gifted.


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85 comments

  • ODYSSEY says:

    Really loving this ensemble on you. Great style!

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  • Ulla-Marie Nilsson says:

    Love the colors. You look great in that burnt / rusty color scale!

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  • ODYSSEY says:

    Really loving this ensemble on you. Great style!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    I agree! Thanks Lani, enjoy your week and welcome back!

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  • Luna Tiger says:

    I love the shoes ! And I love the contrast of long dress and military jacket !

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  • Sarasweetstyle says:

    That dress is so unique and stunning! Love how you paired it with that awesome jacket!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks so much Maiken! I'm sure you have some great pieces, you seem to always find fashion treasures! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks dear. 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Hi there, thank you! I love these as well, very comfortable.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Sam dear. I agree, maxis= versatility! xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you Elisa, and thanks for commenting. 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks Sam dear. I agree, maxis= versatility! xx

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  • Noelani@MonPetitChouChou says:

    A great military inspired jacket can top just about everything with a casual, definitely very cool, vibe. It's perfect with the maxi for going out! And that clutch is to die for!!

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  • StylishByNature says:
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  • Alexis Grace says:

    I really love maxis— I have skirt and dress versions and they are such an easy piece to grab and style a variety of ways.

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  • Fleurani says:

    I agree, Maxis are great but finding the right length is so hard when you are not that tall like me. you look super cool in your maxi skirt Madision, love the ruffle 🙂

    Ani
    http://www.fleuani.blogspot.de

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  • Elisa says:

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  • Elisa says:

    This is an awesome outfit! I loooove maxis, and like you, I wear them a lot in summer, but found them to be great transitional pieces! Swap the sandals for boots, add a cardi, and there it is 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you Deepali! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Haha, yes one needs to be careful in maxis. But, I think I love them because they really come in various lengths. Thanks Cee for your comment. xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thank you! 🙂

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks for you sweet comment. 🙂 Enjoy your w/e. & Easter in Greece!xx

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    They're incredibly comfortable! Thank you Kizzy! Happy weekend!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks for your comment. Weird, I would have thought you'd like them! I think the trick is to buy them so that you can see your shoes! x 🙂

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  • Tessa says:

    What a beautiful dress, love it in combinations with those boyish shoes!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Of course I do! You're a maxi wearing Queen! lol. xx 🙂

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  • FASHION TALES says:

    Thank you Katherine! A friend of mine wears hers with wedges or platforms, so that's probably the best way to tackle them style-wise being short. Otherwise have you tried to chop a bit off the hemline … still achieving the same effect! 🙂

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  • FASHION TALES says:

    Thanks Miss b, yes, they're absolutely essential for holidays. I love them! 🙂

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  • FASHION TALES says:

    Thank you so much, and enjoy your weekend as well. xx

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  • FASHION TALES says:

    Thanks!

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  • Maiken M says:

    I'm in looove with your wonderful bag and belt. such unique pieces! but when it comes to maxi skirts I don't own any 😛 honestly, I really don't but I do have like two thrifted maxi dresses waiting to be worn. and you, Madison, totally rocked your maxi with that jacket!

    Maiken,
    Maikeni blogi – part of me

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  • ofelia says:

    I love maxi, for me they go well with everything and as you said from meeting with friends, going to work or just launching around.
    Really like the belt, the jacket and those shoes!
    Thanks for the shoes link; most of the shoes links that you gives us are new to me so its greatly appreciate.

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Haha, yes one needs to be careful in maxis. But, I think I love them because they really come in various lengths. Thanks Cee for your comment. xx

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  • Viktoriya Sener says:

    I'm not a big fun of maxi, but your outfit is awesome!

    For me it's little bit hard to walk in such skirt)
    kisses)

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    They&#39re incredibly comfortable! Thank you Kizzy! Happy weekend!

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  • Ladyofashion says:

    Thanks for your comment. Weird, I would have thought you&#39d like them! I think the trick is to buy them so that you can see your shoes! x 🙂

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  • Tessa says:

    What a beautiful dress, love it in combinations with those boyish shoes!

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  • FASHION TALES says:

    Thank you Katherine! A friend of mine wears hers with wedges or platforms, so that&#39s probably the best way to tackle them style-wise being short. Otherwise have you tried to chop a bit off the hemline … still achieving the same effect! 🙂

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  • LGreaves says:

    So true, maxi skirts and dresses are the best! I love the unique print on yours and how you styled it up 🙂

    Trendy Teal

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  • Deepali Suryawanshi says:

    what a great skirt and such comfortable shoes!

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  • A Brit Greek says:

    I do love Maxi's, i'm kinda still waiting for warmer weather so i can squeeze into some of my longer maxis to accomodate bump!
    Looking fabulous!
    x.o.x.o

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  • A Very Sweet Blog says:

    Hey Madison! I love maxi dresses and skirts. They are so easy to put on, comfortable and stylish. Yours is fabulous doll. I love the layers of beautiful neutrals! You look glam 😀

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  • Sam J says:

    Hi sweety, that is a beautiful dress, I just love the frill! The jacket is indeed multi-purposeful and adds a a great casual twist to the maxi. With so many great colours on the dress, i bet there are a dozen ways you can style it…would love to see more 🙂 Thanks for your daily dose of kindness over at my blog, its much appreciated!

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  • Adeola Naomi Aderemi says:

    A die hard Maxi lover here!
    I am in love with how you incorporate every little detail!
    The bag is amazing!!!!

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  • Rosalind Jana says:

    You are convincing me that I should pull out some of my maxi dresses and skirts for this halfway-house weather. This combination of colours looks glorious on you too.

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  • Adeola Naomi Aderemi says:

    A die hard Maxi lover here!
    I am in love with how you incorporate every little detail!
    The bag is amazing!!!!

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  • Blond Duck says:

    Looks like a perfect skirt for twirling!

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  • francesca romana capizzi says:

    That Bebe maxidress is super!!! One of my fave stores in the world!

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  • Marjolein Lagerwerf says:

    Such a lovely dress! 🙂

    X Marjolein – nevertoopolished.com

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  • Carrie Critton says:

    Love this look!
    What a great skirt!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  • Rosalind Jana says:

    You are convincing me that I should pull out some of my maxi dresses and skirts for this halfway-house weather. This combination of colours looks glorious on you too.

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  • Margaret Cruzemark says:

    This is a very stylish look Madison, it's just effortless, so beautiful!
    Best Regards
    Miss Margaret Cruzemark
    http://margaretcruzemark.blogspot.com/

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  • Blond Duck says:

    Looks like a perfect skirt for twirling!

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  • francesca romana capizzi says:

    That Bebe maxidress is super!!! One of my fave stores in the world!

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  • Carrie Critton says:

    Love this look!
    What a great skirt!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  • Annie says:

    Loving that maxi, and loving the shirt over it!

    Annie

    The Other Side of Gray

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  • Margaret Cruzemark says:

    This is a very stylish look Madison, it&#39s just effortless, so beautiful!
    Best Regards
    Miss Margaret Cruzemark
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  • Erika Sorocco says:

    That maxi dress is literally beyond adorable; and I LOVE how it looks paired with those shoes! 🙂

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  • Katherine / Corgis & Cocktails says:

    This does lok perfect on you – I really wish I could pull maxis off better, but alas, I am so short, they never work on me.

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  • Lilli C. says:

    Hi Madison! I am a maxi lover too! I'd love to get a dress or a skirt for S/S in fact! In particular I like to wear maxi skirt with a basic stretched top and flats:) Btw, your dress is very cool, love the prints and the colors! The jacket goes perfect with it! Have a lovely weekend dear, kisses! xo

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  • kim bim says:

    So chic, i love the way you rocked this look with the sneakers, omg!!! you look perfect. you swell you got swags…

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  • miss b bobochic says:

    I agree that maxis are so versatile and a hoilday essential – easy to pack, comfortable and can be dressed up or down. Lovely shades of brown too.
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  • Annie says:

    Loving that maxi, and loving the shirt over it!

    Annie

    The Other Side of Gray

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  • Chic 'n Cheap Living says:

    I love this easy, breezy look on you Madison! You are so right and maxi skirts are so awesome and versatile!

    xoxo,

    Chic 'n Cheap Living

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  • Mira Devils says:

    It´s the perfect casual chic look. Love the maxi dress and the way you styled it with the cargo jacket. Yes I´m a maxi lover too. Hope you guys had a great time. Happy weekend Madison <3

    xx

    glamdevils

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  • Hannah says:

    aww the shoes are so cute!

    hannah xx

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  • Erika Sorocco says:

    That maxi dress is literally beyond adorable; and I LOVE how it looks paired with those shoes! 🙂

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  • Katherine / Corgis & Cockt says:

    This does lok perfect on you – I really wish I could pull maxis off better, but alas, I am so short, they never work on me.

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  • KizzyDoll says:

    Such a gorgeous maxi…I'm a big fan of them too 🙂 Always wearing them in the spring/summer time, they keep me cool in the heat. Love the design on this one…so lovely. You look marvellous doll :)) I also like them as they come in so many styles, you can have more dressy maxi dresses or casual ones, so easy :)) Have a wonderful weekend xx

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  • Lilli C. says:

    Hi Madison! I am a maxi lover too! I&#39d love to get a dress or a skirt for S/S in fact! In particular I like to wear maxi skirt with a basic stretched top and flats:) Btw, your dress is very cool, love the prints and the colors! The jacket goes perfect with it! Have a lovely weekend dear, kisses! xo

    http://lilliness.blogspot.it/

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  • kim bim says:

    So chic, i love the way you rocked this look with the sneakers, omg!!! you look perfect. you swell you got swags…

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  • Made by Gigi says:

    You look great! I just bought similiar shoes two weeks ago. Love them.

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  • Vicky Brearley says:

    I'm sure you already know my love for a maxi – so versatile and always fabulous. Loving that tooled leather bag! x

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  • Mary Jo says:

    That maxi looks great on you Madison, I'm going to have to find one to add to my wardrobe–so sick of jeans lately!

    xo Mary Jo

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  • Jenmarie says:

    I'm obsessed with maxis but I only have a couple of them. It's very hard to find ones that aren't too long for this short girl. lol!
    The colors on your maxi dress are so beautiful!

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  • Ivana Džidić says:

    I love your look! great combo:)

    I'm a bif fan of maxies:)

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  • miss b bobochic says:

    I agree that maxis are so versatile and a hoilday essential – easy to pack, comfortable and can be dressed up or down. Lovely shades of brown too.
    http://missbbobochic.blogspot.co.uk/

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  • Chic 'n Cheap Living says:

    I love this easy, breezy look on you Madison! You are so right and maxi skirts are so awesome and versatile!

    xoxo,

    Chic &#39n Cheap Living

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  • Mira Devils says:

    It´s the perfect casual chic look. Love the maxi dress and the way you styled it with the cargo jacket. Yes I´m a maxi lover too. Hope you guys had a great time. Happy weekend Madison <3

    xx

    glamdevils

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  • Hannah says:

    aww the shoes are so cute!

    hannah xx

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  • KizzyDoll says:

    Such a gorgeous maxi…I&#39m a big fan of them too 🙂 Always wearing them in the spring/summer time, they keep me cool in the heat. Love the design on this one…so lovely. You look marvellous doll :)) I also like them as they come in so many styles, you can have more dressy maxi dresses or casual ones, so easy :)) Have a wonderful weekend xx

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  • Made by Gigi says:

    You look great! I just bought similiar shoes two weeks ago. Love them.

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  • Vicky Brearley says:

    I&#39m sure you already know my love for a maxi – so versatile and always fabulous. Loving that tooled leather bag! x

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  • Mary Jo says:

    That maxi looks great on you Madison, I&#39m going to have to find one to add to my wardrobe–so sick of jeans lately!

    xo Mary Jo

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  • Jenmarie says:

    I&#39m obsessed with maxis but I only have a couple of them. It&#39s very hard to find ones that aren&#39t too long for this short girl. lol!
    The colors on your maxi dress are so beautiful!

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