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My True Love Gave to Me

M.J. Prest | December 2009

EthicalStyle.com welcomes back Naomi Chappell, director of the U.K. eco-boutique MyGreenLipstick.com, to share her picks for what to wear for the twelve days of Christmas. Make this season merry and bright in these stylish dresses!

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“On the first day of Christmas…”

This familiar little song is about twelve thoughtful gifts from a true love – and of course, no girl can accept a gift in the wrong dress! MyGreenLipstick.com has selected our best beautiful frocks to suit everyone on each and every one of the twelve days of Christmas!

These party perennials are available at MyGreenLipstick.com and for a limited time, as a reader of EthicalStyle.com you can use the ETHICALSTYLE discount code for 20 percent off through December 23! (The offer excludes accessories by Cloth Magpie and the “Vintage Under £25″ boutique.)

Twelve days, eleven nights, eleven dresses. Time is running out to find the perfect party ensemble, so treat yourself for Christmas.

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: Twelve days, eleven nights — and eleven dresses to get the party started!

: On the second day of Christmas my true love gave to me: cozy velvet. The “Lola” is gorgeously touchable with high heels and stockings for evening or wear with a pretty shirt for a daytime look (with a sash for added texture). Silk and Viscose Recycled Wood Pulp Velvet, £119.

: On the third day of Christmas my true love gave to me: a classic. This versatile dress by Lara Miller can be wrapped either way around. Wear alone or over jeans as a tunic. Hemp “Izzie” Dress, £105.

: On the fourth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: a big event. Dress up with contrasting colours. Simply add heels and fishnets for Hollywood glamour. This dress comes with an attached belt. Organic Cotton Slouchy Dress. £129

: On the fifth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: something sexy The “Raphael” dress is elegant with a tough edge. Try it with jeans and fabulous boots for casual elegance, or dress it up for a party by cinching the waist. Silk Chiffon, £129.

: On the sixth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: four seasons. A truly seasonless dress that you can spiffy up with heels or winterize by wearing a turtleneck underneath. The options are endless and the flattering draping hides a multitude of sins. Viscose from Bamboo and Organic Cotton, £114.

: On the seventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me: simplicity with a twist. The asymmetric hemline on this dress is a real head turner. It’s perfect for an effortlessly chic look at a cocktail party. Bamboo and Organic Cotton, £82.

: On the eighth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: a zip up. The latest edgy addiction, this frock is adjustable at both top & bottom with a fluted. With the 80′s trend sticking around for another season, you’ll get your cost per wear down to nothing. Wild Silk, £125.

: On the ninth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: pleats. A beautiful dress that has been embellished by hand with stunning beadwork. Great alone with the included belt or add one of your own to change the look. Organic Cotton, £121.

: On the tenth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: vintage chic Vintage Marilyn Channel Marilyn Monroe in this exclusive design for MyGreenLipstick.com. It’s constructed from vintage fabric so availability is limited. Make a stunning entrance and be sure to get noticed in it. Dead Stock Vintage Fabric, £175.

: On the eleventh day of Christmas my true love gave to me: a gorgeous LBD Isobelle Another exclusive design for MyGreenLipstick, the “Isobelle” dress combines black organic silk with a vintage lace layered hem. This little black dress will take you anywhere. Organic Silk and Vintage Lace, £169.

: On the twelfth day of Christmas my true love gave to me: a showstopper. The “Joleen” sheath is only available at MyGreenLipstick and limited in number. Made from beautiful organic silk in a shade of mulled wine it’s a memorable alternative in a sea of black dresses. Organic Silk, £165.

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My True Love Gave to Me