Banana Republic Redefines the “Hi-Lo“ Trend for Fall

I remember how the hi-lo dresses suddenly became popular in the summer of 2012. Lots of maxi dresses, airy tunics, and even special dresses were styled with a high front hem and a low back hem. Many women loved those hi-low pieces because they give a flirty peak of your stems without actually baring everything. But since last year, this trend has been quiet and became less talked about. Well, probably not anymore, at least in a sense. Banana Republic is re-introducing the hi-lo trend but with new style principles.

Here are five style ideas I stole from Banana Republic website. Make sure to head over there if you want to take a look at their entire collection.

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1. Asymmetrical Dress

BR Monogram Asymmetrical Dress
Banana Republic Monogram Asymmetrical Dress – Sour cherry, $120.00

Instead of being high in front and low at the back, this Banana Republic monogram dress in wine took a cue from the classic asymmetrical line. It boosts a bustier-style and well-tailored body, and a drapey asymmetrical hem. If you want to look fierce or mysterious, add a black topper. But if you want to lighten it up, add a pink or a red jacket.

2. Cropped Tweed Pullover

Banana Republic Cropped Tweed Pullover – Black, $59.50

The idea is to wear a cropped sweater over a hi-lo top, whether it´s a button down shirt or a tunic. This style works best if worn with skinny jeans.

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3. Coated Lace Dress

Banana Republic Coated Lace Dress – Br black, $59.50

For this hi-lo dress, we´re not talking about the hems, we´re talking about the textures. As Marissa Webb, BR´s Creative Director has put it, the new hi-lo style is rich in contrasts. This dress depicts the contrasts of smooth and textured. You get a sheer overly on top, and a coated lace for the skirt.

4. Faux-Leather Sheath

Sloan-Fit Faux-Leather Sheath
Banana Republic Sloan Fit Faux Leather Sheath – Black, $150.00

Yet another new definition of hi-lo featuring a stunning contrast of classic and modern. In this tailored sheath dress, a faux-leather bodice combines a contoured stretch fabric to smoothly sculpt your figure.

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5. Boiled Wool Moto Jacket

Banana Republic Boiled Wool Moto Jacket, $150.00

How does this look define the hi-lo trend? Basically, it shows a heavy layering on top – button-down, sweater, and an edgy jacket – while your bottom is simplified.

See: 5 Fashionable Ways to Wear Color This Fall

Now over to you, girls. What do you think of Banana Republic´s revamp of the “hi-lo” trend?

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