# Scenic Retro Frocks The Fun Printed Bernie Dexter Dresses Have Timeless Style By Gil Cohen | Published 2012-10-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bernie-dexter-dresses References: [berniedexter](http://www.berniedexter.com/collections/dresses) Get timeless seasonal style with the Bernie Dexter Dresses. His [vintage inspired dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-jewelry) have a classic 40s and 50s inspired silhouette with [full bodied skirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-by-miraclesuit) and chicly tailored bodices with fun detailing such as peter pan collars and classic necklines. What makes these dresses even more remarkable are the vibrant prints covering the entire fabric. Some feature exciting patterns such as the nautical themed striped dress, while others feature beautiful scenery including a winter cottage, cafes in Paris and orchards in full bloom. You can choose to match these Bernie Dexter Dresses to the season, or go ahead and wear the [bright summer and spring prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-spring-2025) to cheer up a dreary winter's day. They make the perfect seasonal wardrobe. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Vintage-inspired Dresses:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design modern versions of vintage-inspired dresses with contemporary prints and innovative materials. - **Full Bodied Skirts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create customizable skirts with adjustable fullness to suit individual preferences. - **Vibrant Prints:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a digital printing technology that allows for ultra-vibrant, long-lasting prints on various fabrics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate augmented reality (AR) technology into fashion retail to allow customers to virtually try on Bernie Dexter Dresses before purchasing. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate sustainable practices and eco-friendly materials into the production of Bernie Dexter Dresses to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. - **Online Marketplaces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a specialized online marketplace for vintage-inspired dresses, featuring Bernie Dexter Dresses and other similar brands. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dreamy Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frankies-bikinis-keepsakes-collection.md) - [Yellow Fit-and-Flare Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yellow-fitandflare-dresses.md) - [Whimsical Spring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025.md) - [Spring Fashion Blooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reformation-spring-2025.md) - [Timeless Easy-Care Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/long-lasting-clothing.md) - [Transformative Shaping Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/body-by-miraclesuit.md) - [Dairytale Bridal Tributes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disney-wedding-dresses-1.md) - [Resort-Ready Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marie-oliver.md) - [Statement-Making Fall Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auteur-studios-fall-2025.md)