Want to embrace feminine fashion style with a modern and casual twist? Ladies, you’ve come to the right place!
When it comes to womanly dressing style, trust me, it’s way more than the body-hugging dress with a beige Channel classic flaps and a nice pair of red pumps.
And yes, you can definitely look feminine and casual at the same time!
Below, I’ve gathered 10 key elements to embrace modern feminine style with fun and lightness – enjoy!
1. Quilted jacket with feminine prints
Surprise surprise, this year is the revival of quilted jacket!
I am not talking about the plain, functional-looking quilted jacket, but the ones with the feminine prints.
Such a refreshing combo, isn’t it?
A dash of romance and boho vibes that look incredibly aesthetic.
As the great anchor of the rest of your closet staples, the styling options are endless.
To finish off the look, team this statement piece with a scoop neck white tee and denim to scream “effortlessly chic” in the best possible way.
Update:
For the girls who are on the budget, I found this dupe on Amazon – enjoy! :p
2. Embellished Cami Top
Camisole top has always been the closet’s classic.
This year, it’s time to level up the Cami top game.
Go for the one with embellishment and laces that are all the rage these days.
Whether you wear it on its own or as the layering piece, it always gives out a simple yet lowkey sassy look.
I LOVE both cami tops but I must say the left one is extra flattering.
The V-shape lace just makes the waist look smaller visually and accentuates the hourglass shape – obsessed.
3. Asymmetrical dress
A golden formula to achieve modern femininity is introducing some straight lines to the look.
That’s why the asymmetrical dress will never look old-fashioned.
If you have a chubby face like me, a one-shoulder dress works wonders for you.
Showcasing the shoulder line with this unique neckline draws attention vertically and makes your face appear smaller.
Whenever I wear this, I feel AMAZING.
Of course, the dresses with asymmetrical hemlines are equally flattering.
If you are petite, try this out – the leg-elongating effect is to die for!
I bought the blue one already and it was stunning!
4. Sleeveless high neck top
Is it just me but a sleeveless high neck top looks incredibly feminine and expensive?
If you are small-busted, a high-neck top always accentuates the area and creates the illusion! ❤️
To look high fashion and put together, matching the hues is one of the best ways.
The best part? You can wear this kind of top all year round.
When the days are cold out, team it with a classic trench coat just look perfect.
5. Wrap dress for the best figure
Fashion comes and goes but the wrap dress is here to stay.
If you pick a well-cut wrap dress in the right size, it will fit and flatter up top and flutter over your mid-section, enhancing your hip and bust and camouflaging the rest.
Regardless of your body shape, a wrap dress is always flattering!
Whenever I want to feel the most feminine and elegant, this classic DVF wrap dress is the gem ❤️
As an apple-shaped girl, I thought a patterned dress wouldn’t look flattering on me.
But this black and white monogram dress actually looks surprisingly slimming!
There are 3 reasons ❤️:
1) The big V neck elongates the figure visually and makes my face appear to be slimmer
2) The self-tie designs accentuate the waistline
3) The hemline lands slightly above the knee rather than exactly on the knee – promoting a longer leg illusion ❤️
6. Peplum dress
Same as wrap dress, a peplum dress is feminine and tummy forgiving.
Featuring the extra stripe of fabric gathered around the waist, it camouflages the belly area and fades an hourglass shape in an instant.
So if you want to look 10/10 after a steakhouse date, well, you know what to wear!
If you want to do it on a budget, pin this below and check it out later ❤️
Or else, grab the peplum belt so you can create the peplum for all of your bodycon dress!
7. Belt it up!
The truth is, we don’t wear belt as often as we should.
It works especially well when you are wearing some boxy dresses or strcturued garment, the belt can sculpt your figure slightly and add a dash of femininity to a chic look.
Seriously, adding a dainty belt like this just elevates the style and achieves the sharp yet feminine look easily.
Also, matching the color of the belt and bag, helps draw eyes vertically and elongate your figure from head to toe.
It just looks like a set and makes you look put together!
One of my favorite workwear look down below 💕
Besides the fake two-piece dress, the Ferragamo hug bag is my recent obsession!
8. A stripe of lace
As the symbol of ultimate femininity, embracing lace is the failproof formula of your OOTD.
Instead of wearing lace from head to toe, do it subtly for a sophisticated, modern look.
This set has been doing rounds on Pinterest for MONTHS.
It’s super flattering as it is cut on the bias & has an elastic waist, I’m sure you will wear this set like a uniform!
More often than not, the simpler the outfit is, the more expensive it looks.
I just found a similar top from Reformation – enjoy!!
Swipe your standard tee to this elegant silk top and the elegance just boosts tenfold.
9. Drop waist with a modern take
Yes ladies, the drop waist trend is on fire and hopefully it will become the new classic!
When I first came across this trend, well, I am not too sure can I carry it or not.
After all, I do have food baby 24/7 and I do need dresses that are more belly forgiving.
But after trying out my first low waist dress – Oh my, I LOVE IT!
Turns out it is not as tricky as I thought and it just accentuates my curves in the most feminine way.
Guess what, if you are really concerned about the belly area, opt for the dress with ruching can effortlessly camouflage the midsection – you’re welcome sis.
This dress is ridiculously simple yet romantic.
Need I say more? This dress is something you will pin on the Pinterest board – just flattering in every way.
The drop waist typically shoots past the natural waistline, creating an illusion of a longer torso.
Ruby McAuliffe from Instyle
10. Square toe ballet flats
Needless to say, ballet flats are as dreamy as it’s feminine. I have 8 pairs so far and I never get tired of them.
That said, if you want to achieve the womanly look with a modern twist, I’d say swap the round toe to square toe.
Also, if you want the legs to look longer, a square toe can give out the desirable extending effect.
(1) Round-toe ballet flats – Amazon (8 color combos)
(2) & (3) Square Toe Slingback Flats – Amazon (7 color combos)
(4) Slingback Low Chunky Pumps – Amazon (5 colors)
Trust me, they are the perfect finishing touch to your modern balletcore looks.
FINAL THOUGHTS:
So there you go – the 10 elements on modern feminine style that are definitely on the trend these days.
What are your thoughts on that? I hope that gets you inspired and it’s time to try out some new looks!
For me, that will be an one-shoulder dress and quilted jacket for sure ❤️
If you are looking for more feminine outfit tips and looks, check out my popular posts down below – see you loves!
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