Flatter a Big Bust
Choose a simple sheath to show off an ample chest without revealing too much.
Try dresses with darts that allow extra room in the bust.
Stay away from V-necks, which emphasize the chest.
Slim down the Hips
Draw attention upward
Look for a graphic print that is larger on top. It creates the illusion that your lower half is smaller.
Elongate your frame with a vertical element, like ruffles or seams.
Try a slight A-line cut, which sculpts a waist but minimizes the hips.
Steer clear of drop-waist styles, which bring focus to the hip area.
Hide a Tummy
Look for a constructed waistline, subtle draping or both. They can disguise an apple shape.
Try a bold print to help downplay figure flaws.
Shop for classic shirt-dress, which obscures a belly bulge with vertical buttons and a tie belt (at the skinniest part of your waist).
Stay away from fabrics that pull across the midsection.
Balance a Pear Shape
Go for a slight A-line style that's loose around the hips but not too billowy. An Empire waistline can be flattering, too.
Try a style with full sleeves or contrasting trim. Both help to offset a heavier bottom.
Avoid tight cuts and clingy fabrics, which accentuate bulges.
Show off Curves
Pick a dress that's semi-fitted, the cut flatters a curvaceous torso.
Try a crossover or sweetheart neckline to tastefully emphasize an ample bust.
Define your middle with a contrasting-color waistband.
Don't hide behind oversize tunics. Shapeless styles make you look bigger.
Accommodate Long Legs
Soften a boyish figure with a billowy skirt or a diagonal ruffle.
Go bold with large-scale prints. You can get away with it if you're tall.
Look for a dress cut on the bias. It can create movement and break up the vertical line.
Avoid minis and pencil skirts, which accentuate your height.
