An Intriguing New Approach to the Same Old Aesthetic Dresses

Heading into the summer, we wanted to share a new and exciting trend with you. This latest fashion phenomenon is an out-of-the-box approach to femininity. The idea behind this new trend? Rather than blending in, defy!

Rather than providing outfits that are a generically ‘classic’ aesthetic of straight, flared trousers or pencil skirts and rose titanic heaven dress, this new trend flips the script and instead offers dresses that are political statements. The blue dress is designed to emulate your favorite American flag pattern; the black dress stands as a testament against everything Trump might stand for; the red dress advocates for equal pay in all spheres of life—teaching girls they can be anything they want because she’s worth it.

1. The star-spangled frock

The American flag is a symbol for equality, individuality, and freedom of all kinds. The idea behind this dress is to make you feel like a star when you stride down the street. Not only will the red, white and blue pattern on the front show that you’re patriotic and believe in American values, but it’s also a bold statement about what you really stand for. So if you’re looking to add a sparkle of patriotism to your wardrobe this summer, look no further than the American Flag Dress!  

2. The anti-Trump frock

With his divisive policies and xenophobic rhetoric, Donald Trump has set America on fire—literally.  The idea behind this dress is to take a stand against the President’s policies, with a beautiful and empowering message, very much in line with the ideas behind our society and what we seek to achieve as Americans. The stars and stripes on the front of this dress also provide a subtle reminder of freedom from tyranny.

3. The equal pay frock

Every woman deserves equal pay for equal work. While that might sound obvious and simple, we have a backwards mentality that tells us women are worth less than men and therefore should accept lower wages for the same job. 

4. The teach girls to code frock

We’re often told that it’s so important to encourage girls and women of all ages to pursue careers in STEM. Yet, girls continue to be underrepresented in computer science fields despite being more likely to be better at math than boys from early childhood (Patterson, Hilgard, & Samson, 2013).

5. The pro-girl frock

Another fantastic way to encourage girls to pursue careers in STEM is by emphasizing that “She’s worth it!” While this might seem like a silly slogan, there is plenty of research showing that girls and women are often seen as less than so don’t expect to be compensated the same. This is a dress with political undertones….but its message is very pro-girl! The bold red and black pattern of the dress embodies the right to be treated as an individual.

6. The hero frock

This dress is based on the idea of heroes. Not only do we need real heroes in the world, but we also need real heroines in our women’s rights movements. This dress uses a micro-pattern of hearts to show our support of women and girls everywhere. If you’re expecting a presidential inauguration, then this dress’s patriotic design will definitely have your patriotic spirits soaring! 

7. The anti-abortion frock

While it may seem like a controversial subject, nearly half of all Americans believe abortion should be illegal in some way (Polling Report, 2013). This frock is an excellent way to raise awareness for those who are pro-life, using symbolism that is both powerful and uniquely American.

8. The selfie frock

When we look up to the highest office in the land, it’s impossible not to display admiration for the President of our country on a daily basis. With that being said, there’s no reason a President can’t use their platform for good instead of evil. This dress is an incredible way to celebrate those who stand for equality and those who take action for those in need.

9. The feminism frock

There’s no denying the simple and harsh reality of life as a woman. You’re not alone in this struggle of being expected to perform on a higher level than men, while facing discrimination at every corner. We’ve all seen women do amazing things like climb Mount Everest or land on Mars but too often we’ve been told that achieving success comes at a cost . . . like having your rights stripped away. It’s time to take a stand and show the world that we’re rising together . . . as one. 

10. The equal pay frock

When it comes to equality in the workplace, we’re far behind many other parts of the world. Equal pay for equal work is an important right that will help women achieve equality and make sure we won’t be penalized for our gender. As you can see, there are plenty of ways to spice up a wardrobe without conforming to boring styles. Flip the script with a bold and beautiful statement dress emblazoned with your favorite American values. These dresses are available right now at ModCloth!