The Maxi dress is a leading trend for Spring and Summer 2017 and
made its way to New York Fashion Week runways in an array of floral patterns,
bold prints, and block-color styles. It's a romantic and very-feminine look
that's perfect for the warmer months ahead, and can be paired with espadrilles,
wedge sandals, or simple ballet flats.
The flowy, tunic cut of the dress is suitable for most women, but knowing which length and waist type to select is the only way to wear this trend with success. If you're anxious to try the Maxi dress this season, here's how to pick the right dress for your body type:
The flowy, tunic cut of the dress is suitable for most women, but knowing which length and waist type to select is the only way to wear this trend with success. If you're anxious to try the Maxi dress this season, here's how to pick the right dress for your body type:
Enjoy the floral prints of the season in
a micro print or paisley style to flatter your figure. Big flowers or any type
of 'busy print' can work against your small frame, so you need to pick either a
solid color or teeny-tiny prints to make this look work for you. Avoid
full-length dresses and balance out your figure with a super-short or
above-the-knee style. The best cuts for you include a V-neck to draw attention
upward and create an elongated torso, halter styles to show off toned and tan
shoulders, and dresses with a ruched bustline to flatter your upper body.
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Short and curvy women can enjoy the Maxi
dress in a knee length style, and pair them with wedge sandals or peep-toe
pumps to create length in the legs. Pick solid colors and micro prints for the
most flattering look; bright red, pink, and orange are great picks for the
season and can work well for you as long as you have the right cut. Avoid
skinny straps and any detailing on your dress; bold and solid styles will
balance out your look best.
Tall and skinny women need to look for Maxi dresses that are
slightly fitted so they don't drown in this frock style. Look for ruched
bustlines, halter necklines, and v-necks to draw attention upwards and
complement your tall and thin figure. The key to wearing this flowing style
gracefully is to wear the right size and accessorize it with only a few key
pieces of jewelry or an oversized bag. You can get away
with spaghetti straps, a tighter halter-top style, and even a bandeau top with
ease.
Since the Maxi dress is made in a looser
style and often with extra material, you'll need a cut that's fitted around the
bust and accentuates your best features. Choose a halter-style to show off sculpted
shoulders and arms so that you draw attention upward. Any fitted fabrics around
the chest and upper waist are also great picks for larger sizes since they can
create a slight silhouette for a more pulled together look. For length, pick
something that you simply feel comfortable in; maxi dresses in knee length or
above-the-knee styles are especially flattering for plus sized women; be sure
to accessorize with a medium to large-sized tote for the complete ensemble.
Finding the right maxi dress to
complement your figure and not hide in it can be challenging. This traditional
frock style dress comes in many shapes, sizes, and fabric styles, and if you're
of medium height and build, you'll need to search for something that
accentuates your best features. If you want to emphasize your legs, go for an
above-the-knee style and choose some dressy shoes. If you want to emphasize
your bustline or shoulders, you can choose a halter or bandeau top style in a
bold color. Since the Maxi dress is not fitted from head to toe, pick a dress
that is tighter around your best attributes.
The Maxi dress is a fresh trend for spring that's here to stay
through Fall; it's a look that can be pulled off easily by most body types, but
knowing which straps, waistlines, and materials to choose will ensure you pick
the most figure-flattering style! Thanks for the ideeas to Sabah Karimi.
