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Flared skirt silhouette

Of course, chokers are still popular, but not as intensely as they were at the time

Moda Operandis Chief Merchant, April Hennig, co-signs Beckers note about crochet, saying its undoubtedly one of the biggest trends of summer 2022, as many of the seasons best dresses hone in on craft and hand-spun details. In particular, Hennig shouts out the emerging designer (and master of knitwear) Alejandra Alonso Rojas for having a polished bohemian sex appeal. She says the brands crochet, dip-dyed maxi gown is a study in versatility it can be worn over a swimsuit on vacation or paired with minimal silver jewelry for an evening out in the city. Isnt It Romantic

The allover lace design keeps things light and flirty, while the split hem and relaxed fit keeps things casual

In 1979, though, these big-shouldered styles were just starting to be seen and wouldn't yet be common except among the avant-garde