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I often find myself buying something new and then letting it sit in my closet for months before I finally have the confidence to wear it. This usually happens with items that have bold prints. I’m more comfortable in simple, classic clothing, so whenever I buy something with a loud print, I can’t help but wonder what I was thinking. Many times I’ve ended up selling barely worn printed tops and skirts on eBay after a year or two. I want to wear them, but something always feels a bit off. These are usually impulse buys from high-street stores—a habit I’ve been moving away from lately, choosing to invest in more timeless, high-quality pieces. But there’s always that disappointing feeling when I have to sell an almost new item.
That’s why I’m so happy with my snakey-print Issa dress that I found on eBay. I love Issa dresses; they always have something in every collection that catches my eye. Plus, I enjoy searching eBay for those older styles that aren’t available anymore. The prints are amazing, and the cuts are always so flattering. My snakey-print dress has a low neckline, but not too low—it’s revealing yet tasteful. I’d feel perfectly comfortable wearing it to visit family, or even taking the tube twice, without feeling self-conscious about any unwanted attention.
Issa dresses are beautifully made—they’re 100% silk with stunning prints and thoughtful designs that flatter your figure by skimming the hips and accentuating the waist. Wrap dresses, or “faux wrap” dresses like mine, are a fantastic investment. They can be dressed up with heels, but they also look classy with flat ballet pumps or sandals. They manage to be sexy while still covering any areas you might not want to show, like upper arms. I’m really falling in love with this style of dress—knee-length, low-cut, and long-sleeved—it’s smart yet cheeky with a hint of cleavage.