{"id":1819,"date":"2017-03-17T16:07:57","date_gmt":"2017-03-17T21:07:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/sparkleprom.com\/blog\/?p=1819"},"modified":"2018-05-21T11:29:49","modified_gmt":"2018-05-21T16:29:49","slug":"prom-2017-choose-the-perfect-dress-for-your-shape","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sparkleprom.com\/blog\/prom-2017-choose-the-perfect-dress-for-your-shape\/","title":{"rendered":"Prom 2017: Choose the Perfect Dress…for Your Shape!"},"content":{"rendered":"

<\/b>According to the famous fashion designer Givenchy, \u201cThe dress must follow the body of the woman, not the body following the shape of the dress.\u201d If that\u2019s true for high fashion, then it\u2019s equally true for prom gowns. You may be dieting or working out, and that will make you look all the better. Still, your body shape <\/span>is<\/span><\/i> your body shape\u2014there\u2019s no getting around it. What <\/span>is<\/span><\/i> around are dresses designed for all body types including yours. So let\u2019s forget about size and talk about style and help you choose the perfect dress to fit your particular taste <\/span>and<\/span><\/i> your particular shape!<\/span><\/p>\n

One Unbending Rule: <\/b>Comfort First!<\/i><\/b><\/h2>\n

Whether you\u2019re tall or petite, curvy or thin, there are only a handful of women who fit perfectly in each individual body shape category. Everyone is a mix of 2 or more shapes. One woman may want to make her waist appear smaller, while another would rather choose a dress that shows off her shoulders or her back. <\/span><\/p>\n

But whatever <\/span>your<\/span><\/i> goal for <\/span>your<\/span><\/i> dress, do <\/span>not<\/span><\/i> choose a gown that\u2019s restricting. If the dress isn\u2019t comfortable, you\u2019re not going to look good in it. You won\u2019t breathe right, you won\u2019t feel comfortable moving around the way want and need to, and the dress honestly won\u2019t look good on you because discomfort shows first in the face.<\/span><\/p>\n

So no matter how much you love a dress, if it\u2019s restricting and can not be easily and quickly let out in the place that binds, put it back on the rack and keep looking.<\/span><\/p>\n

That having been said, let\u2019s take a look at those classic shapes so you can get an idea of where to start to pick a dress that\u2019ll look gorgeous on <\/span>you<\/span><\/i>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Hourglass<\/b><\/h2>\n
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The hourglass, which is sometimes considered \u201cthe classic feminine\u201d shape, means having a very defined waist in proportion to your shoulders and hips. The best dresses for an hourglass are those with a sweetheart neckline, a halter to accent your bust and shoulders, A-line dresses if you want a smoother look, or mermaid cuts to hug your figure. <\/span><\/p>\n

For an over the top high fashion look, choose a curvy, clingy mermaid dress:<\/span><\/p>\n

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Ruler\/Rectangle\/H-Shape<\/b><\/h2>\n

Did you know that this is the <\/span>preferred<\/span><\/i> body type for fashion models? Why? Because they\u2019re easiest to fit! This body type is also sometimes called \u201cbanana\u201d after women like Meryl Davis, the ice dancer, because it\u2019s often the build of athletic and sporty girls. <\/span><\/p>\n

Your fashion \u201cchallenge\u201d is to create a smaller waist, so widen your shoulders with halter tops or cut-out shoulders and add a fuller skirt to give a nice curve to your hips: <\/span><\/p>\n

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For a high fashion runway look, choose a cutout detail at the waist with a broader shoulder line and a skirt that hugs your hips and then flares below the knee:<\/span><\/p>\n

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Spoon\/Pear Shape<\/b><\/h2>\n

Your fashion challenge will be to play up your small waist and perhaps do a little something to minimize your hips if you wish.<\/span><\/p>\n

You can balance your shape with a dress that has a bodice cut to create a broader shoulder line and also has a lot of decorative detail to draw the eye up, and then is looser at the hip: <\/span><\/p>\n

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For a high fashion look, choose a dress with a high halter neckline and cut out arms with lots of bodice detail but a very simple, flowing skirt:<\/p>\n

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Apple\/Cone\/V-Shape\/Inverted Triangle <\/b><\/h2>\n

Another common body type among athletic women and some fashion models is the apple or cone shape. It\u2019s also known as the inverted triangle. The shoulders often take center stage because they\u2019re sometimes a bit muscular. The trick is always to balance your shoulders with your hips. <\/span><\/p>\n

You can choose a style that shows off your gorgeous shoulders but still brings fullness to your hips by pairing a solid bodice in a dark color with a bright skirt that\u2019s curvy:<\/span><\/p>\n

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For your high fashion look, if you want to take it totally over the top, wear a mermaid dress that downplays your shoulders with a light, neutral or flesh tone (because they\u2019re already beautifully broad and balanced) but with a dramatic skirt with a lot of color and pattern for drama and curves:<\/span><\/p>\n

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So there you have a basic primer for dresses for your body type but remember: You are <\/span>not<\/span><\/i> a cardboard cutout. You\u2019re a real girl, so you\u2019re a mix of real body types. Don\u2019t be afraid to try something new and move a little outside your \u201cclassic\u201d dress recommendations\u2014but not too far. Why not? Because of that unbreakable rule: <\/span>Comfort First!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

The most important thing when choosing a dress is how it makes you feel when you look in the mirror. Your prom gown should give you a confidence boost by highlighting your body\u2019s shape, accenting your best features, playing down whatever part of your body you\u2019re not totally in love with, and in general, making you look and <\/span>feel<\/span><\/i> fabulous!<\/span><\/p>\n

Never, <\/span>ever<\/span><\/i> settle\u2014the perfect dress for <\/span>you<\/span><\/i> is out there. We promise! <\/span><\/p>\n

When it comes to choosing shoes that are comfortable for prom, check out this guide: <\/span>https:\/\/sparkleprom.com\/blog\/how-to-choose-prom-shoes-you-can-really-dance-in\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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