It seems to be that time of year when people receive invitations to weddings, Spring Galas or other dressy affairs. If the dress code allows, a cocktail dress is a good choice.
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| Oscar de la Renta silk faille |
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| Oscar de la Renta silk faille |
For most people in reasonable shape (and don't worry -
everyone has a figure flaw!), this means lighter fabrics like silks and chiffons for spring and summer. If you want to contain a more rotund figure, or are advanced in age, a stiffer taffeta or silk faille might be more appropriate.
Whichever material you choose, think of playing up your assets both in terms of shape and color.
Here are a few thoughts on the softer fabrics and styles.
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| Fuschia Dress |
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| beading on Fuschia dress |
The Fuschia Dress:
- has beaded straps to emphasize the shoulders.
- This can balance out curvy hips.
- The skirt bottom flares out from a tulip shape and has deconstructed ribbon accents on diagonals.
The Lavender Dress:
- Empire waist works for short-waisted ladies.
- A-Line shape disguises broad hips.
- Beading in bust area keeps attention at the face.
- The dress has a delicate, fairy-like feel.
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| Lavender Dress |
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| Beading at chest area |
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| Halter Dress |
The Halter Dress:
- This is full of visual tricks for someone who wants to look longer and leaner
- The deep V-neck and vertical stripes elongate the torso
- The skirt is cut on the bias giving a swing to the skirt
- The diagonal lines of the skirt trick viewers into thinking your silhouette is lean and dynamic
For those who can enviably wear any wispy creation they want, I just love Alberta Ferretti's inspirational spring collection:
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| Alberta Ferretti Spring 2010 |
Biggest thanks to Lily Dong, my talented photographer friend, for shooting my dresses beautifully in this blog.
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