Why Every Girl Should Have A Bandage Dress In Their Closet

The Perfect Dress For A Night Out Already Exists! The Bandage Dress

Azzedine Alaïa 1986

It's one of those nights: you don't know what to wear, You're already running late, and it's no longer free to get into the club after 11. The only smart option is the Bandage Dress you've been hiding in the back of your closet. Every girl needs one for nights like this. Designed by Azzedine Alaïa. It became popular among models. Further developed by Hervé Léger. He introduced his own version in the 90s. The body-hugging silhouette has evolved into more club attire. The rise of celebrity culture has definitely shaped this.

Beyoncé, 2009, in Japan during the promotion tour

No matter who you are, the dress 100% looks good on everybody. It's versatile for so many events. It's an instant outfit: date night, clubbing, birthday party, or red carpet. I've even seen women wear it to their college graduations. Definitely doing the same for mine. Wherever you choose to wear this bodycon piece, your outfit will be remembered. I know you're probably like, "But isn't it trendy?" That's not necessarily a bad thing! This silhouette dress has been around since the 80s. It's being introduced to a new generation, but it isn't new. So yes, the bandage dress is trendy again. But honestly? Who cares?

 You don't have to break the bank to buy one. You can find them online on eBay, Depop, The RealReal, and other secondhand websites. I've seen some priced at $50 or less. House of CB has entered the game. To be honest, though, I don't know if the price is worth it. Whatever budget you're working with, you can find one. I have a trip to New York in a couple of weeks. So I've been doing some shopping on ThredUp. I purchased two of my very own bandage dresses. One is a tan, creamy color, and the other is basic black. I can't wait to update you guys when I get some pictures in them. They aren't Hervé Léger, but I got them both for less than $20.

So yes, I think every girl needs a bandage dress in her closet. And considering I now own two, I guess I'm practicing what I preach. Now I just need somewhere in New York to wear them.