Kenzo SS'10 RTW
The maxi dress is a “figure-friendly” trend that can be worn by every body-type, and we’ve got the right tips on selecting the perfect cut for your shape.
Petite: Style details that bring the eye up will visually balance the length of the maxi dress with your height. Soft ruffles and ruche details along the bust line, V-necklines, and empire waistlines, are a simple way to achieve this. Buying a maxi dress in a solid color is a fail-safe option, but don’t limit yourself. Small-scale prints look great on a petite frame, and will not overwhelm the silhouette.
Thin: Shop for maxi-dress styles that are cut closer to the body to define your silhouette. Alternatively, a flattering silhouette can be created by wearing a belt with your maxi to instantly create a defined waistline. Maxi dresses with tucks, ruffles, tiers, and ruche details will add volume and shape to your slender silhouette. Experiment with bold colors, prints, and asymmetric neck-lines to up your wow-factor.
Curvy: When it comes to curvy silhouettes, I love the versatility of a maxi dress for playing up, or disguising curves. Maxi dresses that are fitted along the bodice and drape loosely from the waist, will enhance a curvy bust-line while disguising a full tummy, hips and thighs. In contrast, a belted tunic styles work well to minimize a fuller upper body while adding definition to the waist.
Own It. Maximize the appeal of this trend by topping off your maxi dress with the right accents. It’s generally accepted that these styles can be worn with minimal jewelry, ballet flats, and summer sandals. But why not try something new?
Try balancing out the fullness of a loosely draped maxi dress with a structured jacket. Or, swap out the gladiators for a pair of distressed leather boots. Alternatively, why not bring the drama by pairing a sleek maxi dress with a wide-brimmed hat?
Style is what you make it, and this season’s maxi dress trend is no exception. ***
Photo Credit: Kenzo SS’10 RTW, Courtesy of Style.com
