How to choose a dress for different occasions: 13 stylish styles and 160 options!

You don't wear dresses?! Plain sheaths seem boring to you, a cloud of frills makes you look fat, polka dots and “Gardens of Eden” are overwhelming, and finally, you can’t choose a size so that both the top and bottom fit perfectly... Read on and you will find out how to choose your ideal dress.

Choosing a dress is indeed not a simple story. Make a slight mistake with the color and there is a risk of turning into, for example, a “giant ice cream” or a “sad lady with a migraine.” An unsuitable silhouette can easily add a few extra pounds. And a disproportionate drawing can completely “destroy” you.

A dress, like any other clothing, should beautifully emphasize the figure, make a woman younger, more dynamic, more feminine, instill in her self-confidence and serve as a symbol of her feminine attractiveness and charm.

Let's turn to your favorite Madeleine catalog, which presents a luxurious collection of fashionable dresses for the spring-summer 2021 season. Madeleine fashion experts offer an easy way to find your dress. You need to determine your body type and look at Madeleine’s offerings in this category.

Clue:

To determine your body type, put on something tight, like a tank top or tight pullover, stand in front of a mirror at arm's length and trace your silhouette with a marker. Estimate which letter it is closer to.

Which dress suits me? We choose a dress according to your figure together with fashion experts from the Madeleine catalog.

O-type: which dress suits me

Those with an O-type figure tend to have large breasts, wide rounded buttocks and an undefined waistline. The center of gravity is in the middle of the body. To make the silhouette more slender, you need to move attention from this center to the periphery, for example, to a beautiful neckline or to the wrists. To do this, choose a straight or O-line dress with ¾ sleeves and an interesting neckline and accentuate your attention with spectacular necklaces or bracelets. Choose a dress that fits your O-type figure at Madeleine.

Rules for choosing a dress depending on your figure

The art of dressing can be accessible to all women, without exception, if you first clearly determine the type and structure of your own figure, identify all the flaws and strengths of the silhouette. For a successful combination and creating an expressive, attractive image, you need to choose a dress according to the following parameters:

• style;
• material;
• texture;
• color.

Important! When determining your body type and choosing clothes, the main thing is to pay attention not to height and weight, but to existing shapes. A tall girl may be prone to being overweight, but it will not be as pronounced as in a short woman.

In addition, you need to choose the right accessories for the dress . Only in this case will the set turn out to be original and will make the girl stand out from the crowd, making passers-by turn around in admiration.

N-type: which dress suits me

The H-type figure is characterized by a balanced ratio of the upper and lower parts of the body, while the waist is not pronounced. A woman with this type of figure gives the impression of being quite athletic and fit. When choosing a dress, she should be guided by the principle of identity: the dress follows the contour of the body, that is, its silhouette is simple, straight, without folds, frills or ruffles. Cult of geometry. You can visually model your waist using “magic lines,” for example, by choosing a dress with a slightly flared skirt that covers the kneecap; but no straps. Choose a dress that fits your H-type at Madeleine.

Features of choice

Knowing all the characteristic features of a particular dress style, it is easy to choose an interesting option for yourself. However, you need to pay attention to some nuances. It is necessary to take into account two important parameters: your own figure type and age.

Based on your body type

There are many styles of dresses, but you need to approach the choice of outfit responsibly - you should not wear clothes without taking into account the characteristics of your figure. Using this or that option, you can not only emphasize your advantages, but also focus unwanted attention on the shortcomings that, perhaps, every woman has.

The table shows how to choose the right style based on your body type.

It is worth noting that pure types are not always found. A woman with wide hips may have a less defined waist or thick shoulders. When choosing an outfit according to your build, you need to take these details into account.

Based on age

What looks good and flirty on young girls can look funny on mature women. Therefore, when choosing an outfit, you should also focus on age.

The following styles are suitable for young girls:

• baby dollar;
• shirt;
• polo;
• pack.

Young representatives of the fair sex suit most fashionable styles of dresses, but they should not add to their age with too strict and business-like models, while adult women can afford such options.

Good for women over 50:

• case (not too tight);
• shirt;
• with smell;
• trapezoid;
• tunic (for summer dresses, a length slightly above the knee is allowed);
• with American armhole.

In general, choosing dress styles for women over 50 is not difficult, you just have to avoid overly youthful models and mini lengths.

Choosing a dress style that fits perfectly and flatters your figure is not an easy task, but it is an enjoyable one. And no matter what they say about the correct or incorrect styles of women’s dresses, the main thing is that the owner should feel comfortable in her outfit. However, it is still worth listening to the recommendations of experts.

V-type: which dress suits me

Those with a V-type figure have wide shoulders and narrow hips. They look light and sporty. You can maintain the silhouette by exaggerating the shoulders on the dress, in which case the image will be strong and elegant. You can, on the contrary, balance the shape by adding volume at the knee level. This means choosing a knee-length dress with a flared hem. Folds and light ruffles on the skirt will create diagonals intersecting at the waist level. This technique will create a feminine silhouette. Choose a V-shaped dress at Madeleine.

How to choose the right dress length

Length is something that you need to pay attention to no less than the style.

The length of the dress alone can determine how others perceive our image.

The wrong length may not only be inappropriate in some cases (for example, a mini in the office), but also distort the proportions of your body.

Therefore, here are some recommendations on what length of dress to choose.

Tip #1. Learn to find the “favorable” length

Globally, there are three dress lengths: mini, midi and maxi.

I would also add the “knee-length” option. Because this is still a borderline position between mini and midi.

Among these options there is no one ideal length. Or a length that suits everyone.

You can choose the one in which you feel more comfortable.

But, I advise you to choose a dress so that it ends at the narrowest point of your legs.

I would highlight 4 advantageous dress lengths:

• mini just below mid-thigh (1);
• length to the knees (2-5 cm before they begin) (2);
• midi length just below the knees (3);
• midi, which ends 15-20 cm before the ankle (4).

Why do I recommend this particular length as advantageous?

The fact is that when a dress (or skirt) ends in these narrow places, it visually creates the feeling that the legs themselves are fragile.

Why?

The fact is that the transition from the dress to the legs is very sharp. Because they are not the same color and not the same texture.

Because of this, our eye unconsciously pays attention to the boundary between the dress and the legs.

What dress length do I not recommend wearing?

There are two options:

• mini to mid-thigh and above (1);
• midi to the middle of the calf muscle (2).

These are the widest parts of the legs, so when the dress ends there, the legs visually appear wider and larger than they are.

Tip #2. Don't think maxi length is the safest

As you already understand, with midi and mini lengths you can miss and make mistakes.

Therefore, some find a solution and wrap themselves in a maxi.

But, in fact, the maxi length is not at all so safe and may not be suitable for everyone.

How can a maxi length dress work?

On the one hand, if we put on such a dress and stand on heels, it incredibly stretches our height. That is, it visually makes you taller and slimmer.

Especially if it is a wrap dress or with a slit. In tandem with pumps or sandals, they can really add height.

But if you wear such a dress with flat shoes, be prepared for the opposite effect.

Especially if the dress does not have a defined waist (for example, with a belt) and is loose-fitting.

Here the growth will be a little hidden.

Tip #3. Follow the rule of propriety

I have already said that there are no restrictions on the length of the dress.

You can go as long as you feel comfortable.

But sometimes we still have to focus not only on our preferences, but also on the dress code or some unspoken rules.

Mini length, for example, is not appropriate at official events, business meetings, in the office, or in the company of unfamiliar people.

Keep this in mind when choosing the length.

Tip #4. Don't open everything at once

Yes, this rule applies to minis again.

Mini is an insidious length that can look too vulgar and vulgar if combined incorrectly.

Therefore, if you want to wear a mini-length dress, but do not want to look provocative, it is better to know the following rules:

• the top of a minidress should not be too open (mini and deep neckline - too much);

• do not choose a tight mini-dress (if you still want to show your legs, neckline, and shoulders, then it’s better to have a loose dress);

• throw a loose jacket or jacket over it (if, again, everything is open, then you can cover your shoulders with a jacket).

X-type: which dress suits me

We can say about women with an X-type figure that they are the embodiment of femininity. The ratio of the upper and lower parts of the body is absolutely balanced. Their task: to preserve the lightness and fragility of the silhouette. You will be surprised, but for this it is not at all necessary to emphasize a thin waist with a tight belt or a fluffy skirt. Their ideal dresses are classic sheath dresses. It is impeccably tailored cases that will emphasize the perfection of the figure and elegant fragility. Choose a dress that fits your X-type figure at Madeleine.

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How to choose the right dress sleeves

To choose the right sleeve shape and length for yourself, you first need to know what kind of sleeves there are.

Therefore, below I will list the types of sleeves and their features, and you can choose the appropriate option for yourself.

I will say right away that I do not pretend to name all types of sleeves from the point of view of their sewing.

Firstly, there are a lot of them, you will become bored already in your second ten.

Secondly, here I will only talk about the types of sleeves that are relevant right now.

I see no point in talking about sleeves of outdated styles, which are practically not sewn today (at least en masse).

Puff sleeve for statement looks

One of the most trendy sleeve options today.

It is clear that it is called a flashlight because of its shape.

It can be present on absolutely any dresses: from evening dresses made of dense material to light summer options.

This sleeve looks noticeable.

It is especially impressive when the sleeve is exaggeratedly large.

But you need to be careful with puff sleeves.

If you think your shoulders are too wide, then you should choose another option.

Because “flashlights” will only add volume to them.

But if, on the contrary, the shoulders are too narrow, then such sleeves will come in handy.

One more nuance.

Due to the large volume of the sleeves, it will not always be possible to throw some kind of cardigan or jacket over such a dress. Especially if the sleeves are very voluminous and the cardigan is made of thin fabric.

With this combination, the sleeve will puff up and look unaesthetic.

Keep this in mind when choosing a dress.

Straps (straps) to emphasize the collarbones

Of course, from the point of view of sewing and patterning, straps are not sleeves at all, but rather the absence of them.

But we don’t have cutting courses here, so I added straps to this list.

Dresses with straps or straps are always relevant. It is more important that the style of the dress itself is modern.

Today, dresses can have either very thin straps or rather wide ones.

When choosing a dress with straps, I advise you to remember about proportionality in order to look harmonious.

That is, the more curvaceous your shape, the wider it is better to choose straps.

They should be noticeable and not “sink” into the shoulders. So that against their background you don’t look too voluminous.

In other cases, you can choose the thickness of the straps at your discretion.

But if they are thin, then it is better to wear underwear without straps. Or wear a dress without a bra.

Straight sleeve (or shirt sleeve)

The simplest sleeve cut. It can taper slightly from the armhole to the wrist, or be the same width along the entire length.

This is usually used when the dress is made from some kind of dense fabric that holds its shape well.

This sleeve suits absolutely everyone. The main thing is to monitor its length.

If the sleeve is full length, it should reach the knuckle on the wrist (with arms down).

The ¾ length option for straight sleeves is also acceptable.

It is especially suitable if you visually want to make your hands more fragile and thin.

But I very rarely like straight sleeves to the elbow or a little higher.

Most often it looks good only with a lowered shoulder.

Short straight sleeves look good too.

Fitted sleeve to highlight curves

A sleeve option that completely covers the arm.

This option most often occurs with dresses made of knitwear.

If you are embarrassed by narrow shoulders or don’t like the volume of your arms (you consider them fat or, conversely, too thin), then such a sleeve will only emphasize this.

I advise you to buy a dress with such a sleeve only if your shoulders and arms suit you completely.

Drop sleeve for oversized lovers

A sleeve option in which the shoulder line is slightly lower than usual.

Most often, the current version of such a sleeve can be found on oversized dresses.

For example, T-shirt dresses or shirt dresses that specifically look like they are a couple sizes too big.

Other models with lowered sleeves usually look dubious.

Cap sleeves for romantic looks

The sleeves are so small that I would rather call them sleeves.

They give a little volume to the shoulders, so if you don’t have enough of it, these sleeves will increase it a little.

Cap sleeves are rarely found on dresses, so I won’t write too much about them.

Sleeves with pintucks at the wrist (bishop's)

This is a sleeve style that is loose along the entire length, but tapers at the wrist.

Despite such a historical name, the “bishop” version of the sleeve is now very relevant.

This sleeve has practically no contraindications; everyone can wear it.

Typically, dresses with such sleeves are light and feminine, so it will be difficult to combine them harmoniously with flat shoes.

They will look best with shoes, sandals, ankle boots and heeled boots.

How to choose dress material?

Another important question to think about.

Especially if you buy a dress without trying it on, that is, online.

I will not list all the fabrics from which dresses are made today, because many of them have very similar properties.

It will be much easier for you to remember my recommendations for choosing fabric than its name.

Tip #1. If the fabric of the dress is very thin, then it is better to choose a dress with lining

The thinner the fabric, the more it shows all the imperfections of the figure.

The lining, on the contrary, slightly smoothes out all the roughness of our body.

Tip #2. If you're looking for a casual dress, choose a fabric that won't wrinkle.

A dress is the type of clothing on which it is difficult to get rid of folds. Especially if it has a lot of complex details (hello puff sleeves).

It’s easy to dry-clean a dress for the evening, because they can steam it perfectly.

But with a dress for every day it will be more difficult.

Especially if it's a vacation option, you won't always have the opportunity to pet it.

100% cotton wrinkles the most, but synthetics, on the contrary, are very resistant and almost do not wrinkle.

Tip #3. For summer, choose a dress with minimal synthetic content

Typically, the composition of the fabric is not the first thing we pay attention to when purchasing.

But for a summer dress this is very important.

Synthetic fibers breathe very poorly.

Therefore, you will not be comfortable in a dress made of 100% polyester (by the way, not only in summer).

The ideal option in this case is a dress made of viscose or cotton.

A little elastane (5-10%) won't hurt here. Thanks to him, the dress will not wrinkle so much.

Tip #4. If you need the dress to stretch and fit, again look at the composition with elastane

If you like your curves and you are not going to hide them, but on the contrary, you want to show them off, dresses with elastane are your option.

How to choose a neckline on a dress?

Here I will do the same as in the section with the sleeves.

I’ll tell you what types of necklines there are, describe their features, and you can choose which one suits you best.

Crew neck

This is a high neckline that completely covers the chest, collarbones and shoulders.

The simplest option that suits absolutely everyone, regardless of bust size and shoulder width.

Round neckline

From the name it is clear that this is a round neckline.

A high round neckline, that is, a neckline that only slightly reveals the collarbones, can always be worn.

But with a deep round neckline that reveals the collarbones and part of the chest, you need to be careful.

A deep round neckline looks trendy mainly on dresses with straps or shoulder straps.

But today I wouldn’t take a dress with a deep round neckline and covered shoulders.

Maybe someday this option will come back into fashion, but so far I have not seen a single good dress of this type.

American armhole (high neck)

A neckline option that covers the neck and keys but exposes the shoulders.

Here the emphasis is on the shoulders, so if you are worried about them being wide, it is better to choose a different neckline.

In other cases there are no contraindications.

But there is another nuance. I do not recommend wearing this dress with a strappy bra. Still, it is better to leave underwear unnoticed.

Square neckline

A trendy neckline for today, which is found in almost all new collections of brands.

Non-standard neckline option. Therefore, I advise you to wear a dress with it right now, while it is still relevant.

A square neckline looks great on girls with petite breasts and a neat cleavage area.

For girls with gorgeous shapes, I advise you to avoid this option. He will no longer sit on their chest the way he should. That is, it will not be exactly square.

V-neck

One of the most revealing cuts.

This is exactly the option that is ideal for girls with curvy figures.

Due to the vertical lines, it elongates the silhouette, and the deep neckline emphasizes the luxurious chest.

But this does not mean that girls with small or small breasts cannot wear such a neckline.

On the contrary, today it looks very delicate and feminine.

It is important to choose the right underwear for a dress with a V-neck.

If the neckline is too deep, you might want to wear it without a bra at all.

Or wear a knitted top under such a neckline. But this technique only works for everyday looks (not for evening or office).

In order not to overdo it with sexuality, it is better not to combine a deep neckline, mini length and tight style.

It is better to balance such a neckline with a loose fit of the dress (so that there is air between the body and the dress). Or midi length.

With cups (heart)

Another extremely feminine neckline option.

The cups themselves are usually made of a dense material, sometimes even supported or in the form of a corset.

Here the neckline area is as open as possible, so it is important that it looks good.

Again, this option is best worn without underwear.

Dresses with such a neckline can be worn by girls with completely different breast sizes. But it is very important that the cup size matches.

If your breasts are small, the cups should fit almost flat and there should not be a lot of empty space.

Conversely, if the breasts are large, they should fit completely into the cups and not jump out of them anywhere.

Boat neckline

High neckline that goes from shoulder to shoulder.

It widens the shoulders and emphasizes the collarbones. Therefore, if you do not need such an effect, then it is better to choose another option.

This neckline option again requires the right underwear. That is, it is better to wear a bra without straps.

How to choose a dress style?

Next I will list the styles of dresses.

Here I have collected 13 of them. But in fact, if you go deeper, there are many more dress models.

Because, for example, a wrap dress can have puffed sleeves, short straight sleeves, or long sleeves. The length of this dress can be midi or maxi.

There is no point in analyzing each model in such detail.

Because I described all the features of sleeves, necklines and length earlier.

Shirt dress (shirt cut)

A dress of this style is literally cut like a shirt, but longer.

It is completely closed (chest, collarbones, shoulders are closed).

But if you want to expose your collarbones, you can unfasten a couple of the top buttons.

I highly recommend paying attention to this version of the dress if you don’t already have it in your wardrobe.

Firstly, because the style is very versatile.

You can wear it every day, to the office, and even for some not too formal and festive occasions (cafes, cinema).

Secondly, you can wear a dress with almost any shoes.

In summer it can be sandals and even flip-flops, in winter boots, shoes and ankle boots. A very comfortable combination - a shirt dress plus sneakers.

Thirdly, the cut of the dress suits almost everyone.

Regardless of height and body type.

By the way, I advise you to take options with a belt that can emphasize your waist.

The only person I would not recommend this dress to is girls with large breasts. Due to the fact that the dress has buttons, it will be difficult to find a size that will fit well along the entire length.

Combination

A slip dress is a version of a dress with small straps, tailored to the shape of a shirt.

Another very trendy and versatile dress option that can be worn on different occasions.

The combination is perfect for the evening.

It is enough to add pumps or heeled sandals and a couple of accessories (for example, a clutch and earrings).

Oddly enough, the combination can easily be adapted in the completely opposite direction. That is, in a basic everyday wardrobe.

But for this I advise you to cover your shoulders. That is, throw a jacket, loose shirt or sweater over such a dress.

For footwear, you can also add sneakers, summer shoes without heels, flat boots or ankle boots with stable heels.

I have a couple of tips for coordinated looks with a slip dress.

Firstly, it is better to wear it without a bra.

The thin straps of the dress itself and the rather deep slit on the back will immediately let others know what type of bra you are wearing.

Therefore, it is better to do without it. But choose a dress so that your breasts do not pop out of it.

Secondly, choose options that are not too tight.

Now a loose-fitting combination will look more modern and even nobler.

In addition to relevance, an important advantage of such a dress is that it will not reveal figure flaws. On the contrary, delicately and unobtrusively emphasize the advantages.

Parachute

A parachute dress is a variant of an extremely loose cut, in which the skirt is usually made in several tiers and each lower tier is wider and wider.

Today, the parachute dress is a trend, so I advise you to wear it before the style becomes outdated. That is, buy right now.

An ideal option for the warm season, especially if you like to eat and don’t like everyone to know about it.

You can wear it in both mini and midi lengths.

But with maxi you have to be careful. High volume + extreme length can ground you a little. That is, it will visually seem that you are shorter.

If you don’t want this effect, look a little higher at what length of the dress I recommend taking.

There are no other contraindications to this dress. Can be worn by everyone, regardless of height and shape.

In the summer, any pair of open shoes (from heeled sandals to flip flops) would be an ideal pair.

If you want to wear it in spring and autumn, I recommend combining it with sneakers, bulky sneakers, and boots with bulky soles.

Wrap dress (wrap dress)

A dress option that wraps on one side.

It can be cut literally like a robe and completely wrapped, or the smell can be artificial. That is, the dress is cut in one piece, and only some part of it (usually the skirt) is wrapped.

This dress is an ideal option to visually elongate your silhouette and make it a little narrower.

Wrap dresses for the summer are most often made of light fabric, with some kind of small print (small flower, polka dots, etc.).

This can be worn with any summer shoes.

But there are also evening options for this style. Their fabric is already denser, so the dress fits exactly to your figure.

The perfect addition here is pumps or sandals.

Both options look very feminine, emphasizing the waist and chest.

Sundress

A sundress is a sleeveless dress, usually with straps, a straight style, or widens towards the bottom and often has buttons.

A summer option that will always be relevant.

Usually made of cotton, so it will be an ideal option for vacation.

The only negative is the open shoulders, which can get sunburned. Therefore, in addition to summer shoes, we also buy sunscreen here.

Blazer dress or jacket dress

A trendy dress model that looks like an elongated jacket.

This is an evening option, so we wear it with heels.

It looks very feminine precisely due to its short length and strict shape. Therefore, I advise you not to spoil it with a too deep neckline, it may be too much.

Dress that flares out from the chest

A model of a dress whose skirt starts straight from the chest and widens towards the bottom.

First of all, the most convenient option for pregnant women.

But even if you are not in a position, you can wear it.

If you like a dress of this style, I advise you to choose knee-length options.

The dress itself is spacious. Therefore, a length below the knee can make it too bulky and turn you into a “woman on a teapot”.

If the material is not too dense (for example, cotton, viscose or linen), it is better to wear it in the summer.

Options made from thicker fabric are usually used as evening wear.

Of course, you won’t be able to emphasize your shape with this style. But personally, I like that you can eat as much as you want in it.

Shift dress

Another trendy dress option for this and the next couple of seasons.

The silhouette is absolutely straight and very loose. Most often it is sewn without sleeves or with straight sleeves.

This dress is comfortable for everyone: you don’t need to bother with underwear, you don’t need to worry that somewhere it won’t fit what you wanted.

That is, if there is no goal to show the curves and volumes of the body, this is an excellent option.

Again, I don’t advise you to take a dress of this style that is too long, so as not to look like a big rectangle with legs.

A-line dress

The style of such a dress looks like the capital letter A. That is, the fabric is solid (the skirt is not separated from the top) and gradually widens towards the bottom.

They can emphasize the breasts at most (and even then not always), the rest of the shapes will remain a mystery.

Evening dresses are often made in this style. But, in my opinion, the style is simple for the evening.

But for daily wear it is quite suitable, it will be comfortable.

Sheath dress

The peculiarity of the cut of this dress is that the sheath has longitudinal deep seams. It is because of them that the dress fits the figure and highlights the waist and hips.

An absolutely classic version of the dress that neatly emphasizes the curves of the body.

The case is usually made of thick fabric, so this is an ideal option for the office or important formal events.

I recommend wearing them exclusively with heels. You can take sandals, pumps, ankle boots, boots and so on.

Unfortunately, I would not call the style of the case particularly relevant now.

But for a strict dress code, the dress will be ideal.

If you still like the style and want a more modern option, I advise you to look for a case with unusual details. For example, a one-shoulder dress, with puffed sleeves, with a square neckline or slit.

T-shirt dress

I think there is no need to go into details of the cut here.

Yes, this dress is made exactly like a T-shirt. Only longer and freer.

If this is a T-shirt dress, I recommend taking the oversized option, that is, very loose, in a sporty style.

If this is a polo dress, then look for options that are not so loose, closer to the body.

It would be most appropriate to wear this style of dress with sports shoes or sneakers. Summer flat shoes are also suitable.

One more little tip.

A T-shirt dress is usually a fairly short and loose option, so you can wear short shorts under it (such that they are not visible from under the dress). This way you will feel more comfortable and protected.

T-shirt dress

Yes, the tank top was also turned into a dress.

And now it's another option for an everyday relaxed look.

I prefer T-shirt dresses made from ribbed fabric.

The nuance of this dress is that it most often completely hugs the figure. So I have three recommendations.

Firstly, do not take a T-shirt dress made of too thin knitwear.

Then every bump and fold of your body will be visible.

Secondly, if you don’t consider your proportions and shapes ideal, you can choose a loose-fitting T-shirt dress.

Thirdly, I recommend wearing seamless underwear under such a dress or doing without underwear at all.

Sweater dress

I would like to finish the list of dress styles with a sweater dress.

Typically, a sweater dress is a knitted version with a high neck and long sleeves.

Today, loose-fitting dresses or even oversized options with lowered sleeves will look more relevant.

This dress is only suitable for the cold season. Therefore, it is better to wear it with boots and boots.

Round apple body type

The main purpose of the dress: to distract attention from the protruding belly and wide waist. This type has beautiful, slender legs, which should be emphasized by the length of the hem above the knee. Plump, short girls need a sundress that will visually elongate their silhouette. This effect can be achieved with wide stripes, a semi-fitted silhouette, a high waist, a V neckline, an A-line, pleated hem, checkered or vertical stripe pattern. Successful dress styles for this body type:

1. Wrap dress - the belt emphasizes the waist and creates balance between the hips and shoulders. You can wear a sundress with a wrap effect.
2. Straight style - shift . Hides excess waist volume and evens out the balance. Choose a short length from the knee and above to highlight your beautiful legs.
3. Trapezoid - short length only . If the dress is long, this type of figure requires slits in the hem.
4. “ Shirt ” - short or long.
5. A model with a high waist and a gather at the hem - elongates the silhouette as much as possible and suits plump women of short stature. Choose a plain dress in a noble color - red, black, blue, green, white or gray.