Pencil Dresses

Our obsession at the moment is the must-have pencil dress. This little number is great for any occasion, whether it be work, drinks with the girls, a date, dinner or even the races (which are just around the corner ladies!!).

Tips for pulling off the perfect pencil dress:

• A great fit is important. A pencil dress should be slightly tighter around your hips, you don't want any excess material around this area. This is meant to be a curve hugging piece which will show off your great figure!
• The hem of the dress should come to the knee, some may come just above or just below, but in our eyes, a pencil dress should be classy and lady like - not short.
• Accessorize! A thin waist belt always looks great on a pencil dress and gives it that finishing touch. Try a pair of pumps or stilettos - closed toe or open toe will both suit this little number!
• If you plan on wearing something over the top to keep you warm, opt for a crop - or something no longer than the top of your hips. A pencil dress can easily get lost in a longer cardigan/blazer, making the look a little frumpy.

Here's a few of our favourites & where they can be purchased:

Rebecca Minkoff - Malone Dress $387.10 (shopbop)

Alexander McQueen - Fox Print Pencil Dress $1545.00 (alexandermcqueen.com.au)

Nicholas - Bonded Silk Wrap Dress $550 (theiconic)

Versace Collection Petalo Pencil Dress $891.20 (julesb.co.uk)

Asos - Lilac Floral Pencil Dress $86.54 (asos)

Alexander McQueen - Jersey Moth Print Pencil Dress $1,345 (alexandermcqueen.com)

Asos - Pansy Print Pencil Dress $86.54 (asos)

Carla Zampatti - Diamond Cut Halter Sheath $699 (carlazampatti.com.au)

Asos - Pencil Dress With Fold Sleeve $86.54 (asos)

White Suede - Just One Chance Dress $439 (whitesuede.com)

Miss Selfridge - Waffe Bra Dress $51 (missselffridge.com)