Personal Shoppers - How They Can Help You Find The Perfect Dress for Summer

There are many summer occasions for which you may want a knockout new dress to make a great first impression. There is a vast amount of choice of dresses on the high street this season so if you're not sure about what to go for, a personal shopper can help you make a great choice. Here are some of the issues you'll need to consider.

Plain or Patterned

If you like quite a casual look you will be most comfortable in a plain dress in a pale or neutral colour. Similarly, if your look is quite classic then a plain black, white or navy dress will suit you well. However, if you are more dramatic one of this season's bold prints will work better for you. If you like a romantic, feminine look you will love this season's floral patterns.

Straight or Curvy

If your body shape is quite straight (rectangle, column or inverted triangle) then a straight shift dress in stiff fabric will flatter your body line perfectly. If your body is curvy you will need more of a drapey fabric that has more stretch and movement to flatter your curves.

Length

Maxi dresses are still popular and are useful for slimming the body. If you are very tall be careful to choose a dress where the colours break up the body. One colour throughout will not flatter your height. Conversely, if you are petite, a maxi dress can help to give the illusion of height. If you prefer a shorter length, make sure that your dress ends at a narrow point on your leg.

Gathers and Pleats

Gathers and pleats are very on-trend and are great to add detail to narrow hips or flattish bust lines. Be careful if adding gathers to fuller areas - the fabric will need to be very soft over curvy areas or they will just make your body look bigger than it really is.

Necklines

Necklines are quite varied this season. The popular assymetrical neckline works well on most body shapes. Halter necks need broad but elegant shoulders to do them justice. Strapless are popular for very dressy occasions but if you are conscious of flabby upper arms, team with a shrug to disguise them. Plunging v-necks are fantastic on full busts.

So, whether the occasion is a summer wedding, ball, christening, cruise or special holiday, take time to consider all the options. If you're still in doubt, hire a personal shopper to help you find the perfect dress for you. Make great first impressions in your dresses this summer and enjoy the season knowing you look the bees-knees!

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