[KORE Self Stripe Shift Dress]

For Spring/Summer 2012, the London based Greek designer Sophia Kokosalaki drew on her heritage to craft an ethically conscious collection, available exclusively at ASOS.com. The lineup gives life to a certain pure sensuality, while maintaining a youthful feel.

Even more inspiring, the brand’s pivotal focus is the empowerment of young women via social responsibility. This ethical commitment is established in a long-term relationship with a community cooperative workshop in Sri Lanka, where all of the hand crafted lace trim is produced, providing a consistent income for the all-female local team.

[KORE Self Stripe Star Tunic]

[KORE Washed Silk Pants]

You’re sure to swoon over the stunning drapery and the hand-crafted lace folded in and out of each design. The power orange halter dress is simply divine (we can’t get enough of this color this season), and also the silk pants feel fresh and visionary. Retailing from $110-$900, Sophia Kokosalaki hopes KORE will reach a broader audience, yet maintain her artistic, cultured aesthetic.

-Alana Quagliariello

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So, for our Forever 21 pick this week, we decided to provide you with the perfect “weddings and parties” dress, one that will still give the bride her day, but make you pretty darn close to the belle of the ball. This  Floral Bubble Hem Halter Dress, $22.80, is a flattering cut for those of us who have one, or multiple complexes in the following areas: arms, boobs, tummy, and thighs. The slightly full skirt and vivacious floral print give a nod to the 1950s, so style it in a modern way with oversized earrings and some round-toe pumps or peep-toes.

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