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Wearing a bodycon dress is a bold statement of self-esteem and body confidence. The body conscious dress — or “body con” dress is a one-piece figure hugging garment that clings tightly to the body from the bust to the lower hem. Made from lycra composites, this dress clings tightly to the body, to proudly show off your shape–but not everyone has the confidence to pull off this super tight style.
As its name implies, it takes a confident woman to successfully carry the look off. The form-fitting nature of the dress emphasises the silhouette and lends itself most successfully to slim and curvaceous women.
However, women who need some extra body confidence before donning a bodycon dress, we advice you try shapewear to reduce cellulite and slightly reduce the body size. That being said, before you wear this dress, there are certian things you must consider – from choosing the right accessories to being confident, and more.
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1. SHOW OFF YOUR BEST FEATURE
The body con dress doesn’t have to show off your body completely. Depending on the style and cut of the garment, it can be used to accentuate your best feature. “You need to choose which asset to showcase,” According to expert “For example, when wearing a tight figure-hugging dress, you may want to choose long sleeves or a high neckline to keep your cleavage under wraps for a classy look.”
2. THE RIGHT ACCESSORIES
Correctly accessorising a bodycon dress is the key to a successful outfit. Traditionally, bodycon dresses are worn as evening wear, with elegant or glamorous accessories. It is becoming increasingly popular to combine shorter bodycon dresses with other garments or accessories to create a suitable everyday outfit, without you looking out of place. You should choose your accessories carefully to create a daring, but stunning look.
Shoes: High heeled shoes and boots, with a stiletto heel are very popular when paired with a bodycon dress, especially for evening wear. Thigh high boots are daring, and can create a sexy, sensual look. Add a stiletto heel to these boots and the bodycon dress tells every observer that the wearer is a confident woman: very comfortable in her own skin. Flat shoes of a matching colour or theme to the dress are a good choice when dressing down a bodycon dress for daywear. Sandals are also an option in warmer weather.
Belt: Belt are very useful accessories to wear with a bodycon dress, especially to break up the monotony of a block coloured dress. When accessorising, keep in mind that wearing a belt might hide your midsection, but also cuts you off and makes you look shorter than you are. If you’re not comfortable without one, try spanx instead. You’ll feel confident, look great, and can enjoy the night without thinking twice about your tummy!
Jackets and Cardigan: A bolero jacket works well for both casual and formal outfits. As the bottom of the jacket falls above the hips, it emphasises the waist definition and highlights the bust. For formal evening wear, a light, cashmere cardigan, or shawl can be worn across the shoulders. If the bodycon dress is being worn for casual daywear, a long knitted cardigan, the length of the dress can be worn, especially in autumn and winter. This allows the front of the dress to be seen, while creating a simple, less risque look.
Jewellery: Many bodycon dresses have low cut, plunging necklines, or leave the shoulders bare, so a large, long necklace, made from beads, or a chain with a large metalwork pendant is a good choice, especially for a block coloured dress. It creates a focal point within the outfit. For women wearing dresses with bare shoulders and swept back hair, long, dangly earrings with a splash of glitter or delicate, sparkling studs, help to draw the eye upward. For day wear, beaded necklaces, either in simple materials, like wood, or in vibrant colours, can reduce the amount of bare skin showing at the top of dress.
Underwear: Wearing the right underwear is crucial when wearing a bodycon dress. Visible panty lines are disastrous, as they draw attention away from the smooth lines of the dress and can make the wearer, and observers, feel uncomfortable.
Bra: The right bra is another vital choice when considering underwear for a bodycon dress. Backless dresses require a backless bra and strapless dresses require a strapless one. For bodycon dresses with a very low cut or revealing neckline, a supportive bra that offers intense shaping is often favoured to present the cleavage well. A push up bra, such as a Wonderbra is popular choice with bodycon dresses. The bra lifts the breasts and creates enhanced cleavage. When pairing a bra with a bodycon dress, try to find a seamless bra to avoid any unsightly lines under the dress.
Knickers: Some women find thong knickers are an excellent solution. They offer good frontal coverage, while the thin waistband sits high on the hips. The back of the knickers becomes a thin string, which sits between the buttocks. This means that there are no visible panty lines.
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3. STAY NEUTRAL
The body con is available in a variety of shades for all year long, but if you’re looking to easily transition from daytime to evening, look for neutral or darker colors, which can be reserved for nearly any occasion. It will also save you time on finding the right shoes, handbag, and accessories to better match or complement your look precisely.
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4. LOOK FOR THICKER FABRICS
While the idea of wearing a tight-fitting garment made of thick fabric may not sound appealling, a more structured piece will better skim down your waist and shape over your hips, without creating extra bulges.
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5. CINCH THE WAIST
According to expert, you don’t have to be a size zero to rock a body con with ease. A simple trick to look slimmer in this daring dress is finding one that features black or navy panel sides. This will create the illusion of a smaller waist.
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