Maxi dresses are the all the rage lately, popping up on everyone from Kate Moss to Eva Mendes to Jennifer Lopez, to name but a few famous fans.



It's easy to see why; unlike miniskirts or dresses, this style is super forgiving and universally pretty. It's also one of those great throw-on-and-go styles that allows you to look pulled together and sophisticated while feeling like you're strolling around in a nightgown. Here are a few great takes on the maxi dress that I found while browsing around:
This floor-length, Empire waist blue silk dress has an eye-catching pattern and a pretty blue ribbon tie to flatter your figure. Quite similar to the style that Kate Moss is sporting in the photograph above.
Price: $319.00
Available at: Couture Candy.com
Strapless and stretchy, so it can be pulled on over a bathing suit, this cute and flirty black and white polkadot maxi dress is made by Xhilaration for Target, so it's affordable as well as adorable!
Price: $19.99
Available at: Target.com
My personal favorite, this ankle length maxi dress in a rich shade of vivid blue combines the effortless charm of the Mediterranean with beautiful detailing that calls to mind the intricate embellishments of India for a dress that is the ultimate in bohemian chic.
Price: $198.00
Available at: Marciano.com