Choosing a dress is as much a personality statement as anything
else. If you're the bold, extroverted type then you will go for
something short and revealing. Where as, if your more shy and
introverted then you'll opt for something that covers you up a bit more
and doesn't shout "look at me!"
If you're a larger woman then some
of the styles won't suit you, such as this seasons hot dress style then
body con dress. Where as if you are smaller then some dress styles
will swamp you and make you look like "you shrunk in the wash".
If
you like your legs and you like having them on show then this seasons
other hot look is the mini-dress and this style was seen on all the
catwalks this spring. If you don't like your legs and definitely don't
want them on display then you can still choose a dress but layer it over
some thick tights, leggings or even some jeans.
Everybody's
favourite dress style is the LBD (the little black dress). Made famous
by Coco Channel in the 1920s, the LBD has stood the test of time and is
available in a myriad of shapes, cuts and styles. Referred to as the
"wardrobes most essential item that no woman should ever be without",
that owning at least one LBD is an unwritten fashion rule!
Whether
you go for sophistication and simple figure hugging lines or the
elegance of ruffles, diamantes and/or tiers, you will get noticed
because men love them because of how they flatter the female figure with
their revealing designs. The LBD is probably the only dress style
designed for all body shapes as black always has a slimming effect. If
you have great legs then keep the dress length short otherwise combine
with some tights for that leg slimming effect.
Prom dresses are
similar to cocktail dresses and symbolise a girl becoming a woman on her
prom night. Prom dresses are designed to make a statement and as such
are made from metallic materials with pleats, ruffles and plenty of
layering. Just team with some matching heels and clutch and your ready
to complete your journey from girl to woman.
Halterneck dresses
are the perfect dress for larger breasted women as the single strap
around the neck provides both support and dignity but the do expose the
shoulders.
Bandeau dresses are currently on-trend and work better with more petite women and those with smaller breasts.
Tunic
dresses work on most body styles and are quite versatile as they can be
layered over jeans during the day or with just heels for the night.
Asymmetric
dresses work well with most body shapes and due to their design reveal
only one shoulder. These are currently on-trend too.
Mini dresses
are just normal dresses but with the hem length as short as possible -
think mini skirt and top rolled into one. Very much "the dress" of this
summer but only one for those with great legs.
Shift dresses
feature the classical smock design and are loose fitting making not the
best style for dainty women and suitable for the larger woman. Again
this dress style works well when layered over some leggings.
Body
con dresses are the ultimate figure hugging dresses and are really only
suitable for women with "no lumps and bumps" as these will definitely be
visible in the dress. If your the perfect 10 or 12 then this is the
style best suited to you.
Jumper dresses are simply jumpers that
have been lengthened and shaped to fit around your hips. Another style
not really aimed at the smaller woman and is best on larger bodies.
Keep the look up to date with some contrasting opaque tights or wet look
leggings.