Have A Conscious This Christmas With Stylish Ethical Dresses

Christmas is all about giving as much as anything else right? Well This Christmas you can have a conscious and look incredibly stylish with some amazing ethical dresses which are perfect to party in. This Christmas you can give the disadvantaged a fair price for their goods they produce which are the raw materials that are used to make ethical women’s fashion brand items from Fashion Conscience.

Gone are the days when ethical fashion meant boring, frumpy and hippy like. Today ethical fashion is glamorous, elegant and chic, what ever you want it to be. Ethical fashion is the perfect guilt free shopping, by buying your new dress you are helping in a small way to making the world a better place. This winter you can take your pick of ethical dresses which are better for the environment, the people involved in their manufacture and your conscious at Fashion Conscience.

Fashion Conscience is an online ethical retailer which stocks ethical dresses and clothes by a variety of ethical designers including People Tree, Reluxe and Ruby Rocks. It is packed full of fashion forward clothes that are also incredibly stylish and wearable and ethical in at least one of the following ways:

Organic cotton - grown without the use of pesticides (or any chemicals), organic cotton is much less damaging to the environment than conventional cotton and also better for the farmers who get trapped in a cycle of applying more and more expensive chemicals to the cotton to ensure a good crop as the pests become more resistant.

Fairtrade cotton- Fairtrade guarantees a better deal for third world producers. It helps farmers to improve the quality of their life and take control of their futures.

Recycled materials – buying women’s dresses made from recycled materials is one of the most sustainable ways to shop. Not only do you get a choice of the innovative designs that are a result of recycling but you also help to reduce waste and cut down on your carbon footprint.

Ethical manufacture- In the past there have been many documented cases of clothing factories with poor working conditions. Ethical fashion labels ensure that workers manufacturing their clothes are treated ethically and paid a fair wage.

 Here is our pick of  party dresses from Fashion Conscious for this winter.

Black Lace Fairtrade Dress By Ruby Rocks

Lace is really on trend this winter and this party dress is a really flattering way to wear it, with its wrap style top and empire line. Ruby Rocks clothes are made in an ethical factory in Bali which provides a fair wage and excellent conditions and benefits for its employees.

Fair and True Organic Cotton Maxi Dress

The beauty of this organic cotton maxi dress is in its simplicity and clean lines. If you are looking for an elegant party dress which gives a nod to the current trend for Studio 54 disco fashion, then this is the perfect choice. The dress is made from 100% organic cotton by young up and coming London Eco label Fair and True. They use  a range of sustainable  materials including organic cotton, tencel, soy and bamboo.

Nancy Splash Dress by People Tree

This bright red dress has a festive feel about it and would look great when worn with black tights for a Christmas party. It features an abstract design, draped neck and capped sleeves. A great women’s dress, ethically made in India from organic and Fairtrade cotton by ethical pioneers People Tree.

Reluxe Lace Dress 

For Snow Queens or Ice Maidens this pure white lace dress with a contrasting pocket is a different but very stylish way to wear the seasons must have lace. Wear with a pair of black opaque tights and clog boots for a quirky party outfit. This dress is made from upcycled lace which, as with all Relux clothing reduces waste and the environmental impact of manufacture.

Fashionista, Stylista or Lady Luxe – What Is Your Style Tribe?

What style tribe do you belong to? whether your a power dresser, fashionista or a stylista We all conform to a style tribe in one way or another. For some people it is really important to dress in a way that makes them part of something. For others it is more of a coincidence that they love a certain type of clothes and just can’t help wearing them. Have you ever considered what is your style tribe? Whilst just a bit of fun, recognising what sort of look you want to achieve is likely to make your shopping much easier.

House of Fraser have just launched Style Tribe a fashion profiling quiz which helps you to identify what you want from your wardrobe and shopping trips. It then goes on to give some suggestions on  clothes that would suit you. The quiz is quick and easy to complete and after selection from a number of images to answer each of the questions, you get a profile which includes a description of your style tribe and how you like to shop, your style icon, where you are most likely to be seen, bedtime reading and wish list. Overall the quiz makes for a really fun and interactive online shopping experience which allows you to find suitable pieces of clothing without having to trawl through endless pages of clothes that just aren’t you.

Here at Women’s dresses we couldn’t resist giving the Style Tribe quiz a go. I found the results to be surprisingly accurate. Identifying my style tribe as a saavy shopper who is creative, loves to shop in the sales with a fun eclectic style. With my style icon being Fearne Cotton and a Mawi Gold purse pendant being on my wishlist , I think they have pretty much summed me up. When it came to checking out my own personalised lookbook and Savy Shopper guide, I was definitely in my element. My look was made up of  a quirky women’s dress with vintage scarf, cardigan, boyfriend belt, tight and boots, I loved it. My shopping guide was filled with bold and colourful pieces from a wide range of brands including Vera Moda, Lipsy, Hobbs, Jaeger, Oasis, Mango and Therapy. There were plenty of floral dresses and stylish women’s dresses to choose from as well as tops, skirts, shoes and accessories, which is great as I just love dresses.

There are also some great beauty recommendation for  each style tribe which include recommendations by a make up artist and the products that you will need to get the look.

When you have completed the quiz you can also enter the House of Fraser prize draw to win a £500 House of Fraser gift voucher which would allow you buy everything you need to get the look for your style tribe. Here are a few ideas on what you could spend your vouchers on, depending on your style tribe of course.

Linea Brush Stroke Floral Dress

JS Collections One Shoulder Gold Maxi Dress

Therapy Strapless Maxi Dress

Find out what Style tribe You belong to by clicking the button below:

The Rise Of The Day Dress

The Day Dress

The day dress is a term that seems to have become common place in the world of fashion. Perhaps it is to help those of us who get a little bit confused about which women’s dresses to wear and when to wear them? It is really simple though a Cocktail dress is for the evening or parties, a day dress is for the ‘day’ time.

The rise of the day dress is in part perhaps we would like to think, a rebellion by women against the wearing of jeans as  a uniform for casual occasions. Whilst most of us will still own a much loved pair of jeans, there are times when a dress makes you feel just that little bit special and as if you’ve made a bit of an effort.

Dresses are not only feminine and a great way to make  a style statement  with your everyday clothes or work wear. They are also an easy option when it comes to getting dressed in the morning. There is no need to spend ages trying to make up your mind which top goes with which trousers, a dress is a ready made outfit.

Day Dresses makes it easy maintenance and fashionable too

It would be difficult to talk about day dresses and the trend for ladies to look more… well ‘ladylike’ without mentioning the hit TV programme Mad Men. The mid length style dresses which are for perfect high maintenance women who care about what they look like and are prepared to make the time and take the effort to look absolutely stunning every single day.

A day dress should be comfy enough and practical to wear all day but also be beautifully feminine and a great way to add a little glamour to every day life. If you are worried about the practicalities of wearing a dress in the autumn and winter, the day dress can be teamed with opaque tights and boots for a cosy and on-trend look. Soft draping jersey is comfortable and warm making it an ideal choice for a day dress. This winter there are some great options including floral dresses, wrap dresses, jumper dresses and sixties style mini dresses. Combine your day dress with wedge heels or some elegant flat pumps for maximum comfort.

Fair Isle Knits are every where this autumn and winter. This cosy Fairisle dress by Oasis is great for wearing with some woolly cable knit tights, boots and a big scarf for a really cold winters day. You could also add sheer tights and heels for a smarter look.

This feather print skater dress by Rare Fashion is pretty and girly but can easily be dressed down with a pair of boots and an aviator jacket. If the skirt is too short for you, it can also be worn with a pair of leggings.

This Savannah Swirl Neck line Brush Knit Flower Dress is the perfect combination of cosy and eye catching. For a really on trend look try wearing with a pair of over the knee socks.

This Charmaine Bobbi Large Bow Dress is the ideal choice for slightly smarter daytime occasions. It features an ethnic contrasting print with a large bow at the front for the Autumn winter when matched with a thick pair of black tights and cosy boots.

Glittering Glam with Fashion Union

We all know there’s nothing a girl likes more than getting glammed up for a good party with friends. This season, Fashion Union have provided us with some fabulous pieces to have us feeling as glam as the glitterati and with 15% off your first order, plus free UK delivery and free UK returns, we can feel fabulous for less – just use the code,FA10WF1 at the basket!

The Rise Jewel Halter Dress (£55) is a stunning halterneck dress available in Red or Grey. The heavily embellished neckline will leave you sparkling all night long without even needing to accessorise!

Style Tip: Complete the look with Diamante Bow Peep Toes (£35)

Glitter from top to bottom in the Sequin Panel V-Neck Dress (£26). Available in a choice of three colours: black, lavender or charcoal.

The Rise Jewel Neck Tunic (£65) is a perfect combination of colour and glitter so you’re sure not only to sparkle but brighten up any room!

Floral Winter Dresses At Warehouse

Sometimes winter dresses can seem really dark and perhaps just a little bit dull. Dark colours are practical for the colder months but don’t do much to cheer you up and lift your spirits on an icy cold morning. There is an alternative however, that can make you feel brighter and happier. There are plenty of floral winter dresses at Warehouse which are great for adding a bit of subtle and stylish pattern to your winter wardrobe.

The great think about floral dresses is that they can be adapted for both  daytime and evening. A pair of opaque black tights and boots will transform you floral dress into a boho/ folk inspired day dress inspired by the Ralph Lauren Autumn Winter collection which featured floral patterned chiffon dresses and tops. But add some amazing heels, sheer tights and a black jacket and you also have an amazing party dress.

Floral prints really are timeless and the collection at Warehouse feature inspiration from different decades including the fifties with mid length flared skirts, the sixties with mini dresses and the seventies with maxi dresses.

The Floral Long Sleeved Maxi Dress

For the romantics, this  long sleeved floral maxi dressis a great choice to wear for any parties and events this autumn and winter. Made from 100% silk it is both feminine and luxurious, the v neck makes it incredibly flattering. Wear with wedge shoes for a little extra height and if you really want to get that seventies boho vibe throw on a faux fur gilet.

The Floral Fifties Style Dress

This V front V back floral fifties style dress features an eye catching print. It is the perfect lady like style for the autumn and winter and would look great with some classic court shoes a neat cardigan and an over the arm handbag. If you like you could even add a string off pearls.

The Abstract Floral Dress

If you are looking for a slightly more modern take on the winter floral dress, this scatter floral dress is a great abstract alternative to the more traditional floral prints. It is also a more modern sheath style dress which is perfect for dressing up with a few brightly coloured accessories perhaps a bag or some shoes. It would also look great with a leather biker jacket for that rock chic vibe.

The Light Coloured Floral Print Dress

If you thought that light coloured floral prints didn’t really work for the winter then this mixed paisley tunic dresswill prove you wrong. With a slightly off white back ground to the print it will go with different coloured tights from black and grey to red, blue or green for a fun winter look or even long sock or bare legs if you can stand the cold. This dress really works well with the folk/ boho look just add some boots with a chunky heel, an across the body satchel bag and chunky cardigan for a great daytime outfit.