
We've mentioned that the Maxidress trend is on the rise, in stark contrast to the minidress trend that came before it (and which, frankly, we prefer in so far as casual wear is concerned.) In any case, maxi dresses and skirts are still creeping their way, slowly but surely, into the wardrobes of celebrities.

Jessica Simpson wears an orange maxi dress, Keira Knightley, and Rachel Bilson out and about in a floral maxi skirt.
Are you warming to the ankle-length skirt trend?
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First Written: 7th July 2007 at 22.29
There aren't too many alpha-females out there and, though she might deny it, Tania certainly exudes their qualities. A keen eye, a focused approach, and a wardrobe spanning three rooms have made her one of the savviest of dressers. But it's not all couture for Tania, earning her fashionista credentials she'll frequently be seen on the town in a one-off, vintage dress and a pair of Gucci heels. She says: Vintage will never go out of style We say: Does that include vintage 80s?