What Is a Tunic Dress?

Designer Vera Wang wears a tunic at The Artist's Museum Happening event in Los Angeles.

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Want to make your wardrobe a bit more versatile? Try a tunic dress. The piece is fantastic because it can be worn in tons of different ways. Tunic dresses work as a dress or a top, so you can transform its look and function, depending on the accessories and additional clothing pieces you use.

So Exactly What Is It?

A tunic dress is generally has a loose fit. They can still have some shape or can be very big and flowy. They're also generally pretty short, as dresses go. Tunic dresses are made so they can be worn as a super sexy mini dress or as a top. That's what makes them so cool. You can wear your tunic dress in a variety of ways, so you really get more bang for your buck.

How to Wear It

If you want to show off your fabulous legs, wear your tunic as a dress. Add a heel to take it out at night or slip on a pair of ballet flats or sandals to pull it off during the day. Because of the nature of the tunic, it's really easy to dress up or dress down, so keep it casual, or make it really glam with lots of accessories, a clutch and a fantastic pair of shoes.

Take It to the Beach

Looking for a new beach cover up? The tunic is a perfect fit. It slips easily on over your swimsuit while still looking incredibly stylish. Plus, since it's flowing and short, you won't have to worry about getting hot or uncomfortable in it. It'll slip on easily and keep you looking and feeling great all day.

As a Shirt

If you're feeling a little more modest, try your tunic as a shirt. Wear it over a pair of leggings to still get some of the fun of wearing a dress without the commitment of really exposing your legs. Add a pair of boots and you're all set. Or, try your tunic with a pair of skinny jeans. Since tunics are generally loose-fitting, they tend to look baggy with wide-leg pants so stick to skinny or straight leg bottoms.

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