From flowy dresses to crochet knits, Bohemian fashion styles are everywhere this summer, and we’re loving the nostalgic nod to the 70s! Hand-knit fabrics are a favorite at Helen Jon. Not only do they keep you cool in hot and humid weather, crochet pieces add visual interest and texture to your outfits.
Some of our favorite celebrities, like Martha Stewart and Taylor Swift, are even embracing the knitwear trend. Both celebs were recently photographed in glamorous crochet dresses: Martha in a white long-sleeve crochet dress, and Taylor in a colorful, long-sleeve mini crochet dress.
For a more dramatic look, you can even try the naked dress trend. The concept is this — you style a sheer or see-through dress with nude or no undergarments, creating a “barely there” look. The naked dress trend started on the red carpet with Kim Kardashian, Chrissy Teigen, Katy Perry, and countless others.
We’ve put our own sophisticated twist on the trend, designing luxurious crochet dresses that you can style however you wish! Whether you wear a crochet dress over your swimsuit at the beach or with a slip in the city, it’s an incredibly versatile item to have in your closet.
Need a little crochet styling inspiration? Here’s how our team is wearing timeless crochet apparel from Helen Jon!
How to Style Our Hand-Knit Crochet Pieces
Whether you’re packing for a tropical getaway or planning a date night outfit, here are three ways to wear our handwoven crochet pieces — the styling possibilities are endless!
1. Try the Naked Dress Trend with a Luxe Crochet Midi Dress
Our take on the naked dress trend? Meet the Claudia Crochet Midi Dress in Navy. Effortlessly cool and flirty, this versatile crochet piece can be worn in multiple ways. Style it with nude undergarments for that barely-there look or with a bathing suit for a little more coverage. Finish off the look with strappy sandals and a clutch. Voilà! The perfect date night outfit.
The Claudia Dress is designed to accompany you along all of your travels! Pack the Claudia Dress in Ivory Crochet for a European vacation…a week in the Bahamas…a beach wedding…no matter your destination, this dress will keep you cool and chic.
2. Mix & Match a Crochet Set with Daily Essentials
We love wearing our Scallop Crochet Tank and matching Scallop Crochet Maxi Skirt together or as separates. It’s the perfect resort wear set to wear beachside. And when you aren’t by the water, you can still style these two pieces for everyday wear.
The crochet skirt features a beautiful diamond knitted pattern. We pair it with a simple white tee and sneakers for errands around the city — it can also be worn as a bandeau dress! Our Scallop Crochet Tank has artful scallop detailing at the shoulder straps and hem. It’s the perfect summer wardrobe basic! Style it in the summer with jean shorts and with jeans and a lightweight jacket this fall.
3. Elevate Your Resort Wear Wardrobe with a Crochet Sheath Dress
Our Kendall Crochet Dress is a closet staple, and it’s easy to see why. This sleeveless crochet provides the perfect amount of coverage, or it’s not too short and not too long. Designed to hug your body in all the right ways, the Kendall Crochet Dress is a must-have for your resort wear wardrobe. Style it with your favorite swimsuits for daytime activities and with wedges for evening cocktails.
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Add lightweight texture to your summertime looks with luxurious pieces from our collection of hand knit crochet. There are endless ways to wear crochet, and we hope these tips sparked your styling creativity.
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