free people black and white dress Little Dresses Lightweight and versatile FREE PEOPLE LAUREL PLAID MINI

Flat strappy sandals or low block heels keep the outfit grounded and walkable

Paired with a jacquard floral fabric and a basque-waist corset bodice (super on-trend for 2026!), this midi dress is guaranteed to earn you fashion points at your next spring event

In colder months go for a classic black or charcoal-grey overcoat (ideally a Chesterfield style with velvet collar)

Glinda-esque details include the coat's peek-a-boo satin lining, in the character's signature shade of fuchsia pink

Fortunately, progress has been made and new NOS guidelines published in June 2021 have been revised to now accommodate natural and textured hair types