orange gingham dress Mini by Louna bridal showers English Factory Gingham Midi Dress

TIP: If the fabric is slippery (like satin), use a tiny fashion tape strip behind the bow to keep it in place

The dress flows naturally with the contours of the body, offering a silhouette that celebrates freedom and ease rather than constraint

Add a pashmina or lace shawl if it's a bit chilly

Amour Vert San Francisco-based eco label Amour Vert creates feminine dresses, jumpsuits, and other apparel made from conscious fabrics like beechwood modal, cupro (plant-based silk made from cotton waste), Tencel, and organic cotton

What Makes It Work: The bias-cut satin drapes beautifully over your natural shape without clinging unfavorably

We've already noted how plaid shirts have become the surprising calling card for people with chic taste, and for fall, designers including Brandon Maxwell, Ralph Lauren, and Bally are ensuring that a plaid or checkered dress will likewise be the must-have piece