Sunlit Weave

It’s got all the casual beach-holiday energy of a 1980s resort, but wears it like a contemporary trophy. That’s because its architectural sense of direction - if you can call a mini dress that - is so iconic, it makes you feel like the icon. Maybe not Marilyn Monroe on a subway vent, but that same bombshell, waifish feeling that we associate with retro fashion. The fit here is flattering on all kinds of bodies and shapes thanks to that belt detail that ties at the waist. But what really brings all those good times flooding back is the slit at the hem and the oversized netted design - it’s a homage to the good old days of wet t-shirt contests, but now so chic. Wear it over your bikini or swimsuit or just plain old nude knickers and you’ll have everything you need for a sun-baked day at the poolside or, if we’re talking icons, sea-facing deck chairs.