J.CREW Maxi Dresses for Women

J CREW Maxi Dresses for Women

A maxi dress is a full-length, casual dress. Generally worn in warmer weather, these dresses are designed in a variety of color, patterns, and styles. They are usually fitted on top and flow loosely on the bottom, which flatters a wide range of figures.

A maxi dress may be made from both natural and synthetic fibers. Materials used include:

• Linen: Linen is a lightweight fabric made from plant fibers. It is prone to wrinkling, so it is often blended with cotton or synthetics. One linen-blend maxi dress is the Rugby Striped Scoop Neck maxi. The J Crew NWT Greek Goddess dress with a halter neck blends linen with viscose.
• Cotton: In a maxi dress, cotton may be used on its own or in blends. Cotton is a versatile fabric that can be woven or knitted. Long-sleeved, knit, maxi designs on the Breton sailor shirt are available. The Embroidered Mexican Cross-Back Maxi Dress is constructed of a woven cotton-linen blend.
• Polyester: This lightweight synthetic is easy to clean and care for. Polyester maxi dresses by J Crew include the sleeveless Side Slit Maxi Summer Dress and the Long Drapey Spaghetti-Strap Dress. These are both available in solid colors.
• Silk: Silk is a natural fiber that drapes well and is breathable. 100% silk maxi dresses include the brightly printed J Crew Collection Sea glass gown. Silk blends are also used in these dresses. They include printed, ruffled spaghetti strap dresses.

J Crew maxi dresses are available in sizes XXS to XXL. These sizes will fit wearers from size 00 to size 18. See manufacturer site for details.

The maxi dress encompasses a wide variety of different looks. Features can include:

• Sleeves: Maxi dresses may have long sleeves or no sleeves. Some are even strapless.
• Tube Tops: Tube top maxis fit snugly at the top and often end in a voluminous, flowing skirt.
• Slit: Maxi dresses often have side slits to accommodate the wearer's stride. Since maxis reach to the floor, the column of the skirt would otherwise be too narrow to walk at a normal pace.
• Ties or Gathering: Some maxi dresses include drawstrings that can be tied to better define the wearer's waistline. Others gather material at the waist using elastic. This serves the same purpose of providing a more fitted look.
• Necklines: Maxi dresses can have a variety of necklines. These include scoop neck, halterneck, v-neck, and deep v-neck. Sundress and beach cover-up styles often have a straight neckline.