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LBD’s Replacement: The Little White Dress

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The LWD to wear to Repulse Bay

Embroidery was a big hit last year for summer, from Grecian style patterns, to floral garnishes. With the 30-degree sun pounding down on sunny Repulse Bay opt for the modern, and more wearable day-to-day, update by Alexander McQueen on Net-A-Porter for those who like to splurge. Or keep it colourful and cute with Zara’s floral number; perfect for lazy days at the ‘Bay or something to quickly throw on for an instant hit for when you’re sipping rooftop cocktails with the girls after the sun sets.

Alexander McQueen Off-the-shoulder floral-print cotton-voile mini dress available online via Net-A-Porter

Dress with Rubberised Floral Print available online or in store at Zara

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The LWD to wear to Ladies Night

There will be nobody like Marilyn but we can certainly be inspired by her iconic LWD. ASOS has its own take on the cream coloured garment, with a plunging neckline and scuba fabrications; whilst Net-A-Porter holds Balmain’s Jacquard Knit Plunge Dress, which is more than enough of an excuse to buy some extra cocktails after Ladies Night has finished.

Scuba Deep Plunge Prom Midi Dress available online from ASOS

Balmain Jacquard-knit dress available online via Net-A-Porter

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The LWD for meeting the in-laws for dinner

You can’t go wrong with a classic shift dress like Jackie O proved with her LWD moment. Head to Zalora for a daytime shift, complete with a varsity trim and for only $179 it will be difficult to turn down. However, if you are feeling very much like Jackie O herself, Gucci at Net-A-Porter has to be the only option. Faux pearl-embellished wool with a silk blend makes us think that Jackie O most definitely had to be the muse behind this piece.

Something Borrowed Varsity Trim Rib Shift Dress available online via Zalora

Gucci Faux pearl-embellished wool and silk-blend mini dress available online via Net-A-Porter

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The LWD to wear for a daytime junk trip

With a comeback in recent years, the slip dress has become a wardrobe staple. As our good friends Liz and Gwyneth have shown, the slip dress can be worn almost anywhere; from red carpet events or for a day time look by throwing a t-shirt underneath; it’s pretty much one of the most versatile dresses you can own. Zara’s sister brand Stradivarius has a modern take on the nineties slip with a lace up detailing at the back, which would have probably been seen on Liz circa 1999. ASOS has its own version; square neck, thick straps and ribbed vest detailing a la Kim Kardashian has us swooning over our computers. With its figure-hugging silhouette, there’s no worry of the wind catching the skirt and flashing your friends by having a Marilyn moment.

Long strappy lace up dress available online from Stradivarius

Square Neck Column Midi Ribbed Vest Dress with Wide Straps available online from ASOS

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The LWD for a boozy brunch

A cotton LWD has got to be not just on your holiday wish list, but your Hong Kong day-to-day outfit list. Breezy, light and fashionable, it will be your summer saviour when the humidity gets too much, perfect for daytime drinking or brunches. Taking inspiration from Princess Diana’s LWD moment, head to Topshop for its Broderie Mini Sundress for the prairie look. Or if you want to take this look to work, COS has a beautifully made cotton poplin shirtdress, which is bound to keep you cool in the melting Hong Kong heat.

Broderie Mini Sun Dress available online or in store at Topshop

Voluminous Poplin Shirt Dress available online or in store at COS

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The LWD to wear to the races

Ah, Michelle Obama, the First Lady of Fashion since Jackie O. Even though Michelle may no longer be in the White House, we can still be inspired by her fashion moments. The off shoulder trend doesn’t seem to be going anywhere thanks to the former First Lady, and in a cream palette you can’t go wrong. From Celeb Stylist Rachel Zoe comes the classic off shoulder dress of your dreams from Net-A-Porter. Whilst Mango has its own take and has added a cute ruffle detail on the neckline, perfect for those Wednesday night trips to the races, when the humidity is at its peak and you need an outfit which is breathable. Decisions, decisions…

Rachel Zoe Allison off-the-shoulder stretch-cotton poplin mini dress available online via Net-A-Porter

Ruched detail dress available online or in store at Mango

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The LWD for a shopping

White lace dress too bridal for you? Well, never fear as there are some amazing options which won’t make you look like you are about to walk down the aisle when you are just grabbing a chicken avocado sandwich from Pret. Topshop has a cute lace cap sleeve dress which can be easily paired with black jeans for when winter comes around again. Whilst River Island has completed the look with a peplum hem and long sleeves – and you can’t deny this stark white number would look perfect with a tan!

Lace Cap Sleeve Dress available online or in store from Topshop

White lace pleated hem bodycon midi dress available online via River Island

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