Beckons Love Cami Dress : Come Hither Comfort

Every so often I stumble across a piece of clothing that defines my summer--maybe it's a go-to pair of sandals, or a favorite tee. This year, the organic cotton Love Cami dress promises to be my summer standby.

I love the simplicity of this dress. No need to match separate tops and bottoms, and the Love Cami dress is even easier than many of my summer dresses because it has a built-in shelf bra and adjustable shoulder straps. That design provides ample support for my C-cup bosom, and it eliminates the "competing straps" problem. The integrated bra means a clean look. No more bra straps peeking out, and I don't have to wear a strapless bra. Simple.

With seven percent Lycra blended into the organic cotton fabric, the Love Cami dress stretches when I move and hugs where it should (and holds it's shape well). The material feels luscious, almost buttery. The empire cut is figure-flattering, and its clean, uncluttered lines allow me to coordinate it with virtually any shoe or jacket. Worn with a wedge heel and a sassy shawl, the Love Cami dress looks dressy enough for happy hour or a dinner date.

However, just because it's a dress doesn't mean it's formal. Camping among the red sandstone canyons of Moab, Utah, I pulled on the Love Cami to stay cool in the scorching desert temperatures. Then, because I was so reluctant to take it off, I wore it to bed (it makes a great nightgown!) From relaxing in a folding chair to strolling city sidewalks, I always find the perfect look in the Beckons Love Cami dress.

Available in sizes XS-XL, in colors black, cherry, charcoal, ocean, and butter.

Bottom Line: An earth-friendly, go-anywhere summer dress that simplifies my summer wardrobe. -K.B. (May '09)

Price: $69

Buy Online: www.beckonsorganic.com

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