A Festive Dress-a-Day Guide
Get set to sizzle through the holiday season as we unveil a day-by-day lineup of dresses from the Small Trades collection, each tailored for every festive occasion, starting from Christmas Eve all the way to ringing in the New Year!
December 24 - THE ASTRO DRESS
Make a grand entrance this Christmas Eve in the 'Astro' dress, unfolding in dazzling gold, with pleats that play up its lustrous fabric. The design features a chic wrapped V-neck bodice, complemented by fine halterneck straps and a seductive open back. Plus, a ruched waist that gracefully flows into a breezy midi skirt. Gold represents the sun's resurgence on the longest night, embodying hope, warmth, and the anticipation of brighter days ahead.
December 25 - THE AKONI DRESS
Wrap yourself in the 'Akoni' dress and make an artful statement at your festive dinner. This dress dazzles in the most radiant shade of blue, a hue that’s not just any blue – it's International Yves Klein Blue, a color with a legacy as deep as its tone. Fun fact: Yves Klein, the French artist, patented this color in 1960, making it an iconic symbol in the art world. The 'Akoni' dress plays with semi-sheer fabrics and pleats throughout its design. Cascading from the halterneck, it culminates in an unexpected asymmetric hem. The waist is cinched with a statement belt composed of parallel layers of metallic chains, sculpting and defining your figure.
December 26 - THE APHAIA DRESS
This Boxing Day, embrace comfort with a twist of elegance in the Aphaia dress. After a day full of festive cheer and perhaps a little overindulgence, we all crave attire that's as relaxed as it is refined. The Aphaia, a garment that perfectly embodies this post-Christmas mood in its eternally chic black hue, effortlessly carrying you from a lazy morning coffee to an impromptu evening gathering with friends. The softly gathered bodice seamlessly cascades into a fluid accordion-pleated skirt with a midi hem. The plunging V-neck provides the ideal canvas for highlighting statement necklaces.
December 27 - THE ILIDA JUMPSUIT
For a brisk walk in the heart of the city, where Christmas lights twinkle like stars and decorations drape every corner with festive splendor, the 'Ilida' jumpsuit emerges as the quintessential ensemble for your walk. In a timeless black hue, it embodies effortless coolness and versatility. Tailored for a relaxed fit, it features a gathered crew neckline and airy wide legs. Do not forget to use a statement belt to define your waist.
December 28 - THE HESTIA DRESS
As the festive frenzy of Christmas winds down, it's time to hit up some artsy outings – think pop-up art spaces and live performances. And what better way to do it than in the 'Hestia' dress? Tailored in in a sleek, body-hugging silhouette, this midi dress seamlessly blends an ivory midi skirt with a black, long layered top, giving off a blazer-over-skirt vibe. This standout colour-block piece flaunts a sculpted plunge neckline framed by lightly-padded shoulders and extended sleeves, offering the versatility to embrace a demure or bold style.
December 29 - THE NET DRESS
Whether you're toasting with friends at a glitzy party or lounging seaside at a sunny resort, the Net dress is your go-to. Drawing inspiration from Greece's rich fishing legacy, the Net dress pays homage not only through its name but also by integrating traditional fishing nets into its design. This dual-layered style comprises a halterneck mini dress as the base, overlaid with a tonal fishnet layer that cascades to a midi length. The sleeveless design features subtle trimmings that echo traditional fisherman's weights.
December 30 - THE SYMI DRESS
In the dimly lit corners of a speakeasy night-out, against the backdrop of clinking glasses and hushed conversations, the Symi dress stands out. Taking cues from the rock-chic vibes of the '90s, this neoprene-made dress incorporates texture and visual appeal. It features a fitted bodice framed by a crew neckline and an elastic waistband, transitioning into a skirt pressed with sharp pleats, culminating in an asymmetric hem. It strikes a perfect balance between intrigue and understated sophistication.
December 31 - THE CROCUS DRESS
This New Year's Eve, get ready to party in the Crocus maxi dress. Crafted from shimmering gold viscose, its handkerchief silhouette is accentuated by fringes that add further dimension, cascading to the ankle and effortlessly elongating the figure. Paired with an halterneck and a daring open back, this ensemble demands attention. Fun fact: Did you know, the tradition of celebrating New Year's dates back over 4,000 years to ancient Babylon—an ode to humanity's enduring tradition of marking new beginnings?
January 1 - THE APHAIA DRESS
Enter 2024 in pure ivory, the hue that speaks volumes of new starts, hope-filled promises, and that 'new year, new me' mantra we all secretly chant. The Aphaia dress emanates elegance for every special occasion. With a softly gathered bodice seamlessly flowing into a fluid accordion-pleated skirt, it cascades gracefully to an ankle-grazing hem, perfectly harmonizing with the plunging neckline. It's time to smash some pomegranates and let the good times roll. Each seed popping out is a promise for a year crammed with fortune and abundance.
