Step 4: If you have a defined waist but your hips and thighs are significantly larger than your bust, then to choose the right dress for you take note of the following tips.
* Choose a dress which will emphasize the middle of your body and waist area, perhaps with a sash or belt.
* A dress which is a lighter colour at the top of the body and is dark at the bottom, will help to elongate your body shape.
* Make your upper body appear wider by adding a wrap or shrug. Go for broad horizontal necklines.
* Draw peoples eyes up to the shoulders, face, neck and arms by using jewelry and accessories.
Step 5: If you have no waistline and your three body measurements are almost the same in size, then look for plus size formal dresses that will give you shape and define your waist.
* Create the illusion of a smaller, more defined waistline by choosing a dress which has a fitted bodice, or has a sash, belt or
something similar around the waist.
* To give the impression that you have feminine curves hiding away, choose an empire line dress, drawing attention to your upper body and allowing the fabric to flow down over your waist and hips.
* To add emphasis to thighs, hips and shapely legs, team a fitted bodice top with a skirt that has godet inserts.
Step 6: Is your tummy something that you want to draw attention from because you carry most of your weight there? Don’t worry, follow these style tips and you will find some perfect prom dress that will flatter your figure.
* Wear some body shaping underwear, this will immediately help to flatten your tummy.
* An empire line dress will draw attention to you upper body and skim over your tummy.
* An A line style dress will also be flattering if you choose one that has a fitted bodice or boning, which will create curves and emphasize your waist.’
Step 7: Most importantly wear something that you feel comfortable in, if you don’t like to show too much flesh, then go for a modest prom dress with sheer sleeves, or short sleeves. Perhaps you don’t want to wear a full length prom dress, instead look for plus size cocktail dresses, use 1950s style dresses as your inspiration. Add a shrug or shawl to complete the look. If you would prefer something more alternative then gothic style is a huge trend for 2018. For this look choose vintage style prom dresses which feature brocade, perhaps a layer of black lace over jewel tone satins, red, deep blue, green or purple.
I hope this article has given you some ideas of what to look for in choosing the correct dress to suit you. And I hope you find some perfect sweet 16 dress that will make your Prom Night as special as you want it to be.