Who Should Go Strapless And 7 Other Gown-Shopping Tips
Hourglass: You have the luxury of wearing pretty much anything, so why not make a splash in something different? A tailored shift dress is beyond chic.
Nancy Shevell
October 9th, 2011; London (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Hourglass
Elizabeth Taylor
May 6th, 1950 (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Hourglass
Brooke Shields
April 1997, Los Angeles (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Hourglass
Christina Applegate
October 20th, 2001; Palm Springs (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
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Jackie Titone
June 22nd, 2003 (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Hourglass
Letizia Ortiz
May 22nd, 2004; Madrid (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Hourglass
Katherine Heigl Filming “Grey’s Anatomy”
April 15th, 2009 (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Hourglass
DSquared Tuxedo Cotton Twill Suit, $2,360 at <a href=”http://www.luisaviaroma.com/index.aspx?#getData.aspx|CallType=Product&season=actual&gender=women&group=clothing&subline=&cat=5&prodId=07Y56&seasProdID=55I&AID=10676831&PID=2178999&SID=493432928″ target=”_hplink”>Luisaviaroma </a>
Hourglass
Calvin Klein “Savea B” Dress, $895 at <a href=”http://www.shopbop.com/savea-dress-calvin-klein-collection/vp/v=1/845524441887172.htm?folderID=2534374302183385&fm=other-shopbysize-viewall&colorId=12397″ target=”_hplink”>Shopbop.com</a>
Pregnant: Conceal your bump with a stylish skirt suit. The tailored jacket will cover up your belly.
Bianca Jagger
May 13th, 1971; St Tropez (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Pregnant: Show off your shape in a curve-hugging gown. Show off your arms or your neckline in an off-the-shoulder dress.
Lily Allen
July 11th, 2011; Cranham, UK (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Pregnant
Robert Rodriguez “Eniko” Gown, $695 at <a href=”http://www.shopbop.com/eniko-gown-robert-rodriguez/vp/v=1/845524441924585.htm?folderID=2534374302183385&fm=other-shopbysize-viewall&colorId=12397″ target=”_hplink”>Shopbop.com</a>
Pregnant
Tahari By ASL Suit, $260 at <a href=”http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/tahari-by-asl-suit-short-sleeve-belted-jacket-pencil-skirt?ID=678817&PartnerID=LINKSHARE&cm_mmc=LINKSHARE-_-4-_-35-_-MP435&LinkshareID=J84DHJLQkR4-UY_KiU0a9IrQXOprqr980A” target=”_hplink”>Macys.com</a>
Ruler-shaped: Curves ahead! A pretty belt will create a waist, and textured material like lace or embroidery will give the effect of a more voluptuous figure.
Diana, Princess of Wales
July 29th, 1981; London (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Ruler-Shaped
Molly Sims
February 14th, 2003; New York City (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
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Katie Holmes
November 2006, Italy (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
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Princess Grace
April 1956, Monaco (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
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Princess Charlene of Monaco
July 1st, 2011; Monaco (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
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Kate Moss
July 1st, 2011; Abingdon, UK (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
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Chelsea Clinton
July 31st, 2010; Los Angeles (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
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Kate Middleton
April 29th, 2011; London (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
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Rhea Durham
August 1st, 2009; Los Angeles (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
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White by Vera Wang Ball Gown, $1028 at <a href=”http://www.davidsbridal.com/Product_Ball-Gown-with-Asymmetrically-Draped-Bodice-VW351007_Bridal-Gowns-Shop-By-Designer-White-by-Vera-Wang” target=”_hplink”>David’s Bridal</a>
Ruler-Shaped
Coast Lace Dress With Ribbon Belt, $235 at <a href=”Coast Lace Dress With Ribbon Belt
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Busty: Be weary of a strapless style, because nobody wants a wardrobe malfunction at a wedding. If you do go strapless, have a tailor sew in cups for maximum support and coverage. Otherwise, an off-the-shoulder or sweetheart cut is a beautiful way to show
Mariah Carey
June 5th, 1993 (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Busty
Heidi Montag
April 25th, 2009; Los Angeles (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Busty
Ivanka Trump
October 25th, 2009; Bedminster, NJ (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Busty
Ann Taylor “Carolyn” One Shoulder Gown, $550 at <a href=”http://www.anntaylor.com/ann/product/AT-Weddings-%26-Events/AT-Wedding-Dresses/Carolyn-One-Shoulder-Gown/264077?colorExplode=false&skuId=89854358&catid=cata000034&productPageType=fullPriceProducts&defaultColor=9045″ target=”_hplink”>Ann Taylor</a>
Busty
Lela Rose Jacquard Dress, $1,895 at <a href=”http://www.shopbop.com/wide-neck-dress-full-skirt/vp/v=1/845524441940094.htm?folderID=2534374302183381&fm=other-shopbysize-viewall&colorId=10523″ target=”_hplink”>Shopbop</a>
Busty
Nicole Miller Draped Back Gown, $990 at <a href=”http://www.lordandtaylor.com/eng/womensapparel-weddingshop-bride-weddingdresses-Draped_Back_Gown_With_Beaded_Straps-lordandtaylor/187955″ target=”_hplink”>Lord & Taylor</a>
Pear-shaped: Do emphasize your upper body with a structured bodice. The skirt should flare out at your hips and skim your lower body. Choose strong fabrics like duchesse satin that won’t cling to the body.
Jennifer Lopez
September 29th, 2001; California (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Pear-Shaped
Maggie Gyllenhaal Filming “Trust The Man”
Nov 2nd, 2004; New York City (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Pear-Shaped
Drew Barrymore
July 10th, 2001; Malibu (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
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J. Crew “Maddalena” Gown, $895 at <a href=”http://www.jcrew.com/wedding/Wedding_Bride/littlewhitedresses/PRDOVR~77766/77766.jsp” target=”_hplink”>J. Crew</a>
Pear-Shaped
Adrianna Papell Strapless Rosette-Skirt Gown, $238 at <a href=”http://www.dillards.com/product/Adrianna-Papell-Strapless-RosetteSkirt-Gown_301_-1_301_503190217″ target=”_hplink”>Dillard’s </a>
Plus-Sized
Melissa McCarthy Filming “Mike & Molly”
April 2012, Los Angeles (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Plus-Sized
Adrianna Papell Plus Size Dress, $219 at <a href=”http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/adrianna-papell-plus-size-dress-sleeveless-sweetheart-neck-evening-gown?ID=662547″ target=”_hplink”>Macy’s</a>
Plus-Sized
Alfred Angelo Gown, $699 at <a href=”http://www.alfredangelo.com/collections/productdisplay.aspx?productID=3d6de46a-4412-4189-97b8-01a56d5237b9&categoryID=1af402e9-205f-4b7b-9d22-6fec77b3d187&pg=1&colorId1=” target=”_hplink”>Alfred Angelo </a>
Petite: Show off your legs and elongate your silhouette in a short wedding dress. Opt for a knee-length dress in an A-line shape for a sweet look.
Rita Hayworth
May 1949 (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Petite
Lucy Davis
December 9th, 2006; London (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Petite
Badgley Mischka Lace Dress, $575 at <a href=”http://www1.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/badgley-mischka-lace-dress-drop-waist?ID=609590&CategoryID=22074#fn=spp%3D2%26ppp%3D96%26sp%3D1%26rid%3D53″ target=”_hplink”>Bloomingdale’s </a>
Petite
Lanvin Bubble Skirt Silk-Gazar Dress, $4,350 at <a href=”http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/181984″ target=”_hplink”>Net-A-Porter</a>
Apple-shaped: Create the illusion of a narrow waist with a deep V neckline that will draw the eye downward and in. An off-the-shoulder style flatters because it emphasizes the shoulders and creates a horizontal line that offsets a thick middle.
Shante Broadus
August 1997, Los Angeles (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
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Jenna Bush
May 10th, 2008; Texas (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
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Jenna Bush
May 10th, 2008; Texas (Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Apple-Shaped
Aiden Mattox Beaded Chiffon Gown, $495 at <a href=”http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/aidan-mattox-beaded-chiffon-gown/3254717?origin=category&fashionColor=&resultback=3059″ target=”_hplink”>Nordstrom </a>
Apple-Shaped
Sue Wong Embroidered V-Neck Gown, $550 at <a href=”http://www.neimanmarcus.com/product.jsp?isEditorial=false&index=20&masterId=cat10040734&itemId=prod144460283&cmCat=cat000000cat000001cat42300744cat10040734cat27490731&parentId=cat27490731″ target=”_hplink”>Neiman Marcus</a>
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Who Should Go Strapless And 7 Other Gown-Shopping Tips