For the longest time, I felt I was on the outside looking in on the slip-dress trend. I’m busty and prefer to wear a bra at all times, but when you’re a 32G, even strapless bras can peek out over the top of your dresses. So I resigned myself to the fact that, as much as I loved them, slip dresses were a trend I’d have to sit out on. Then along came Ghost’s Palm Dress.
Aimée Johnson styles Ghost’s Palm Dress in khaki.
Since breaking out on the fashion scene, Ghost has become one of my all-time-favourite dress brands. I own its iconic Jenna Dress in three colourways (blue, black and pink, in case you’re wondering), which I managed to snap up in various sales. I’ve also recently dabbled in the Luella, which is just as excellent. However, out of all Ghost dresses, the Palm has perhaps piqued my excitement the most. As I’ve alluded, it’s a slip dress, but one with a subtle V-point scoop neckline and straps thick enough to wear over even my comfiest bra. If I could have designed my perfect slip dress, it would look exactly like this.
It’s available in four chic shades—deep taupe, peach, sage and khaki—and when the dress first launched, the green hues swiftly sold out, with only a handful of sizes remaining in the pinkier tones. However, during a recent scout of the Ghost website, I noticed that the dress has finally been restocked in all colours. This is great news as, if the dress fits me like the Ghost dresses I already own do, I know I’ll be tempted to treat myself to a couple of them, mainly because I think they’re going to be so handy and versatile.
Aimée Johnson styles Ghost’s Palm Dress in khaki.
That said, I don’t like to leave anything to chance, so I decided to put the Ghost Palm dress to the visual test by creating outfit builds around it. I took pieces similar to items I already own to ensure I get adequate wear out of it, and in a matter of minutes, I whipped up five stylish looks to see me through every autumn occasion.
I’ve chosen the taupe shade for this exercise, as it goes with most of my existing wardrobe, but I truly believe that each shade will loan itself beautifully to the outfits I’ve assembled. So from after-dark drinks to autumnal walks, scroll on to see five ways I intend on wearing Ghost’s Palm Dress, aka the most versatile dress of the year. Then, at the end, I’ve included all of the shades for you to choose from. Happy browsing!
Style Notes: A leather jacket always has the power to give an outfit after-dark appeal. Be it a (rare) date night with my husband or catching up with the girls over drinks, I know this will be an ensemble I can rely on.
Style Notes: Considering that shopping goes hand in hand with what I do for a living, it makes sense that I’ve become quite the pro at it. Instead of wearing jeans for such an endeavour, I always opt for a dress, as it’s easier to remove for stints in the changing room. Cue Ghost’s Palm Dress.
Style Notes: I have two weddings to go to before the year is out and then three more next year. I never worry about wearing the same outfit, even if the guest lists overlap, as long as it’s a good one. And this outfit here? It’s a good one.
Style Notes: While I generally like to keep my work and play wardrobes separate, there are some pieces that are too tempting to not wear in both. I’ll be layering my Ghost dress with a breezy linen shirt for essential meetings. Then, come autumn, I’ll layer this knit over top.
Style Notes: Autumn is my favourite time of year, and I relish the challenge of dressing for the crisp weather. Chic and versatile layers are the key to creating stylish autumn outfits, and I know this Ghost dress is going to play an integral role in them.
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