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The Tube Dress is Back–Modest Styling Tips

Published

3 months ago

12 June 2025

Jennifer Chisom

Yes, you can rock a tube dress and keep things stylishly modest — here's how.

Today, we’d be looking at a comeback that has taken over the fashion streets and style feeds – the tube dress!

Yes, we’re talking about the strapless body bodycon piece from the early 2000s. But unlike its former reputation, today’s tube dresses come in all shapes, from sleek and fitted to soft and flowy, offering something for every fashion sense

And if you’re wondering how to wear a sleeveless piece like this while still keeping things modest and stylish, then this article is for you. Whether it’s a weekend event, a lunch date or a night out, here are five chic and modest ways to style a tube dress.

Layer It Like a Pro

Paired with white shirt

This is your first superpower. Whether you want to wear a long-sleeve shirt underneath or a light shirt over it, that’s up to you.

If you are looking for a casual look, pair it with a white cotton T-shirt or a ribbed top. Opt for a neutral-coloured tube dress to add structure and sass to the look.

Pro tip: A crisp button-down shirt tied at the waist over a tube dress gives a laid-back, yet put-together vibe.

Duster Jackets & Kimono Covers

Pair with a duster jacket

This takes modest tube dress styling to an entirely new level.

Simply layer with a duster jacket, kimono, or even an abaya-style cover-up—and you’re instantly stylish, modest, and ready to step out

In the heat, opt for lightweight fabrics like chiffon, linen, or cotton for a look that’s elegant, breathable, and comfortable

Don’t shy away from prints—florals, paisleys, or bold monochromes. This is your chance to find a signature

Pro tip: Open-toe flats, straw bag, gold hoops, and a sleek low bun—simple elements that deliver effortless elegance.

Skirts Over Tube Dresses?! YES.

Pair with pleated skirts

This might not be your typical styling technique, but it’s definitely worth a try.

Some tube dresses double as long tops—especially if they fall at the right length.

In this case, you can pair it with a high-waisted skirt and add a belt to cinch the waist—it creates the illusion of a fitted blouse tucked into a maxi skirt. It’s a stylish way to elevate your basics while keeping the look modest and effortless.

Pro tip: Stick to tonal looks like nude-on-nude or black-and-beige for elegance with minimal effort.

The Oversized Blazer Trick

Paired with blazer

Another way to style your tube dress without exposing too much skin is pairing it with an oversized blazer. This gives a cool, street style look, but with elegance.

Consider boxy blazers in pastel or neutral shades to add a layer of structure without taking too much attention. Also, this works well for semi-formal dinners, creative work days or casual lunch dates.

Pro tip: Roll up the sleeves a bit and layer with bangles or a watch. Clean, classy, confident.

Tube Dress + Wide-Leg Pants = GENIUS

Pair wide-leg pants

If your tube dress is not maxi, treat it like a long top and pair it with high-rise, flowing pants like palazzos, pleated trousers or maybe culottes.

This isn’t just modest, it’s peak fashion girl energy and it works.

Pro tip: To take it up a notch, pair with a scarf tied on your bag, clear sunnies, and strappy sandals. Trust me.

Conclusion

Modest fashion isn’t about hiding your style — it’s about making trends your own. The tube dress may have started as a party piece, but in 2025, it’s all about how you wear it.

You can layer it over wide-leg trousers, style it with a maxi skirt, or give it a flowy abaya twist — there are so many ways to make it work.

Don’t miss out on this trend. With a little creativity (and maybe a breezy kimono), you can turn heads and show that modesty will always be in style.

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The Best Monochromatic Looks Spotted at NYFW

Published

7 hours ago

15 September 2025

Martina Okoabu

New York Fashion Week never fails to bring out the style spectacles, from runways to private collections and street fashion, and this season, one trend popped out the most, it was the monochrome looks that were worn on the third day. Celebrities and guests showed up head-to-toe looking clean without drama. What made these outfits stand out is not the colour but the confidence behind them. And it is telling us that a single shade of clothing can be the boldest fashion move.

Here are the best monochromic looks we spotted.

Emily Ratajkwoski in all black – Instagram

Emily Ratajkowski

Emily appeared in an all black ensemble wearing a sleeveless turtle neck midi dress, boots and striking sunglasses. The outfit is simple with no detailed design except at the end where the cut is a little shorter in front and longer at the back, with the sides opened and exposing her skin. One thing about all black is how daring it is, this is a look that definitely calls for attention even when you aren’t interested.

Kendall Jenner – Instagram

Kendall Jenner

Off model duty Jenner kept it cool with just two colours black and white. A white sleeveless blouse, black pants with a white cardigan tied around her waist. She finished off with slipper heels and a bag matching the colour of her trousers. Her dark glasses added fierce energy to her look.

La Rosalia captivating look – Instagram

La Rosalia

Rosalia came different wrapped in a white ruffled texture dress that is cinched at the waist. Then paired it with a black heels, scarf and sunglasses. Should we call this a chic nun? Let me leave you to decide, but this look will have you turning your head back to stare.

Ciara wearing off white -Instagram

Ciara

Dressed in off white signature two piece and a heel boot Ciara came looking like a lady on a mission. This outfit is giving a futuristic edge, the blouse is a fitted high neck with long sleeves and the matching skirt has layered detailed designs at the sides. Her loosed hair makes her look less strict adding an easy touch to the design.

Christoper Briney dashing look – Instagram

Christopher Briney

Clad in an all black, Christopher looked dashing. Wearing a sleeveless tailored vest over a wide pants trouser, making him looked edgy then the coat he held in one arm added drama to his outfit. Everything about this style feels minimal but still bold and modern.

Wrapping up

From the first look mentioned to the last, you can see effortlessness in them, reminding us that fashion doesn’t need to be popping colors to stand out.

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Ahood Alenzi Embraces Fall with Brown Leather Jacket

Published

5 days ago

10 September 2025

Martina Okoabu

With the fall season approaching, it’s time to start prepping for thicker clothing as the hot summer weather comes to an end. And Ahood Alenzi is joining in. The beauty business tycoon posted on her Instagram page a picture of herself wearing a brown leather jacket over a beige-colored pants captioning her post with falling leaves to hint on the new season.

Ahood Alenzi in her brown leather jacket

The outfit gave her a commanding street presence, her beautiful sunglasses adding a touch of mystery and the designer bag with star-print detail, giving it a playful rich finish. Ahood looked simple yet stylish. The high collar jacket is a bit oversized but not sloppy and fits perfectly on her waist. It is a bold look that gives her a powerful, feminine edge strikingly put-together as the quality of the material elevated the entire outfit. This is the kind of look that speaks wealth and poise.

Ahood Alenzi – simplicity and class

One thing is evident about Ahood is her sense of sophistication when it comes to fashion, her Instagram is a gallery of natural fashion with class, she masters minimalism making it looks exceptional. And her choice for this fall is a reflection of who she is.

Ahood Alenzi

Fashion is a world that gives you the freedom to express yourself the way you want, and Ahood has given us a glimpse of her style this coming Fall. Leather jackets have been a staple item during the fall season, it’s a trend that reruns year after year. You can draw inspiration from Ahood and pair yours with a knee-length skirt and loafers for a cool and confident effect.

How do you want to step out this fall? Perhaps like Ahood or in your own signature style.

Below are some poses of the beauty boss in her brown leather jacket.

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Fans Help Huda Choose Her Best Instagram Picture After She Couldn’t Decide

Published

2 weeks ago

3 September 2025

Martina Okoabu

Apart from being an expert in makeup, Huda knows how to put a graceful look together with a dress. Dresses have a way of defining your silhouette and giving you a feminine aura, and that is what this gorgeous white and black polka-dotted Jacquemus dress did to Huda.

The CEO of Huda Beauty captioned on her personal Instagram page, “I couldn’t pick one so I posted them all, which one is your fav?”

Having a relaxing day at a restaurant in Monaco, Huda gave us different poises of beauty.

This maxi-fitted dress is pure elegance with a thigh-high slit for easy movement. Its breezy linen fabric made it perfect for an expensive outdoor setting.

Paired with white pointed heels that have black dots just like her outfit, she finished off with a black bag with white dots. What a twist.

One beautiful thing about this look is the matching scarf, which she wrapped around her neck alone in some slides, and in the other, it was wrapped around her neck and head.

Below are some of the beautiful pictures of Huda.

Which of these is your favorite?