The tunic dress has been around for centuries, but not until recently has it become the "it" thing to wear.' The ancient Romans may have donned them, but now they are considered fashionable. If only they knew.' Luckily for us, we can turn the ancient tunic dress into a stylish garment. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to turn your wardrobe around.

The Sweater Tunic Dress from New York & Company is two styles in one. The more the merrier, right? You can wear this dress as a tunic or as a dress.' As a tunic, wear it with leggings or skinny jeans.' As a dress, try it with colorful tights and flats. You can't go wrong either way. With a round neckline and raglan short sleeves, slip a cardigan over this beauty for the wintertime or wear by itself in the warmer months. It has a kangaroo pocket and ribbed trim.' It's short - goes to about midthigh, so this is not for the bashful among us.' Made from acrylic and machine washable.

Have you always thought of yourself as a trend setter or someone who thinks outside of the box in terms of style?' Then the Lilly Pulitzer Sherman Tunic Dress is for you. It's fun and it's different. Stroll down the avenue knowing that you are the best dressed person around. It's cool cotton slub lawn fabric will keep you cool when the sun is beating down.' It's finely textured for maximum comfort. It has a crocheted lace trim for a delicate look and enhances the v-neck of this dress. It's elbow sleeves and hem bring back the days of old. Start a revolution with this awesome dress.

Ever been to San Francisco with flowers in your hair? No? Well try it out.' And make sure you're wearing the Joie Jaslene tunic dress. This dress looks like it's straight from Haight St. in the late 1960s. It's classic flower look will have people jealous of your vintage look. Its floral paisley embroidery enhances the front and upper back of this unique dress. Made from silk, this dress definitely has a loose and carefree spirit. The contrast embroidery on the collar, placket, sleeves and hem make this dress oh so stylish. So go ahead and head to the Golden State and don't forget those flowers.

Don't have much of a hippie spirit? No problem.' Go with the Free People Lots of Ruffles Tunic.' It's sexy, it's fun, it's for you.' It has a lot of ruffles, can you handle it? We think so. This cute little number has tiers of crinkled gauze and women fabric across the tunic.' It has a deep v-neck to accentuate your neck and shoulders. It's spaghetti metallic straps and woven racerback are ideal for a night out with the girls or for impressing on a hot first date. Wear over a pair of boyfriend jeans for a more casual look. Try leggings for a funner look.

So when you hear the word tunic, you don't have to go into your history books anymore.' You can take a look in your closet for a fresh, new, sexy alternative to your evening or casual dress.' Style and fashion can be simple and sophisticated - make it easy with a tunic dress for those days when you have just nothing to wear.

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