Claire Powell Style Guides

Summer Style & Dress Guides

Helpful, straightforward guides from Claire Powell, gathered in one place so you can choose, style and care for pieces with confidence.

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Mature woman layering a Claire Powell La Peach chiffon kimono over a simple sleeveless white dress at a summer event

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What to Wear Over a Sleeveless Dress: Lightweight Layers for Summer and Events

Lightweight layers for sleeveless dresses, including chiffon kimonos, modal layers, scarves and event-ready styling ideas.

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Ideas worth wearing.

Clear, useful guidance designed for real wardrobes, warm climates and colourful lives.

Silver-haired woman wearing the Jungle shift dress on a coastal veranda

Summer Style & Dress Guides

What Is a Shift Dress? A Simple Guide for Women 50+

A shift dress is a relatively simple dress that falls from the shoulders with little or no defined waist. The silhouette became known for ease...

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Two mature women wearing Serenity and Mirage shift dresses at a summer resort

Summer Style & Dress Guides

Cotton vs Linen Summer Dresses: The Best Fabrics for Hot Australian Days

Cotton and linen are both popular choices for summer dresses, but the fibre name does not tell the whole story. Weave, weight, lining, cut and...

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Mature woman walking in the Serenity shift dress at a coastal resort

Summer Style & Dress Guides

Summer Dresses for Mature Women: Why the Shift Dress Is Your Easiest Wardrobe Hero

A good summer dress should make warm-weather dressing simpler. For many mature women, a shift dress works because it offers a clear silhouette, comfortable movement...

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