Fashion Goddess Rules - casual Dresses Must Have Je Ne Sais Quoi

It does not have to be casual in the sense that it has no life and verve. Fashion Goddess Rule #79 is: Casual dresses must have je ne sais quoi.

As you probably know, "Je ne sais quoi" literally means "I don't know." But the true spirit of the phrase is, "I know something GOOD." It's a malaise-fair way of telling the world that you know the secret to looking sensational. Keep this in mind as you explore how to buy a casual dress online.

Playful Club Dresses

What to wear, what to wear...? How can you look done-up without looking desperate? There is a happy medium between casual and, "That girl looks like a hot mess."

Black is cool. But it won't catch the eye of a cute guy who might be good for a few drinks. This is a mistake many women make. They wear black and then they over-accessorize to make the outfit look more exciting. If you start with an electric color, you will ultimately be more electrifying.

Example: It's fashioned from tiny turquoise sequins. From far away, it looks like a classic lace halter dress.

The Perfect Party Dress

Meanwhile, a few adventurous ones bust out the most attention-getting look they can find. Isn't there anything in between?

Yes. It's a party not a BBQ, so leave the jeans at home. But too ritzy of a dress will look wrong too. Find something color-rich but laid-back. Search for materials that have radiant patterns with lots of soul.

Example: It's a fireworks rainbow display of melody on a black background.

Summer Dresses

You won't be boring if your style makes people smile. It's a misconception that bold prints are fussy. You can experiment with bold prints in seasonal colors and still have a relaxed look.

Summer is the perfect season to try out a fun dress. It's the time of year when hems get shorter and straps get skinnier.

It should have spaghetti straps or no straps at all. And it should take its inspiration from the June, July and August nature scenes. Example: This strapless mini-dress is a decoupage of embroidered leaves and pink flowers.

Cocktail Dresses

The focus is on tasty drinks versus elaborate fashion. Unfussy short dresses are my pick for this category.

But don't skimp on the je ne sais quoin. You can be nonchalant without being uninteresting. Think about a design that will inspire conversation; something unique yet uncomplicated.