Dress

The short answer is: it depends on your wedding dress style. Most A-line and all ball gown dresses WILL definitely need an underskirt. Alongside many fit and flare, trumpet, mermaid and fishtail gowns which will need a mid-thigh underskirt to give the flare shape at the bottom. Is an underskirt necessary? There are some wedding […]

Sizing up gives me everything I love about a wrap dress (adjustability, body-flattering fit, ease), while providing a bit more cover. I just cinch the dress a bit tighter to accommodate the extra fabric and get the coverage I need. How is a wrap dress supposed to fit? When choosing a wrap dress always purchase […]

If your wrap dress is solid, go for a camisole in cream or black, in most cases. If you’re going to the office, don’t choose a lacy-edge camisole, which could suggest a cocktail dress instead. How do you keep a wrap dress from gaping? Fixing the hem on the skirt Adding snaps, buttons or a […]

Dressed weight (also known as dead weight or carcass weight) refers to the weight of an animal after being partially butchered, removing all the internal organs and oftentimes the head as well as inedible (or less desirable) portions of the tail and legs. How do you weight down a dress? What you’ll do: Choose nickels […]

If the dress has a fitted waistband, it must fit you at your natural waist (where your body bends). The waistband should not pull or sag. It should fit just against the body, but not tight. If you’re wearing a wrap dress, make sure you can bend, move and sit and that the dressed stays […]

From the streets to the runways and even festivals, see-through numbers are seemingly everywhere and don’t seem to be going anywhere anytime soon. You may have first noticed the sheer trend in September 2021 during New York Fashion Week, where a number of designers sent models in sheer dresses down the catwalks. What are the […]

See-through or sheer fabric, particularly in skintone (called “nude”) colours, is sometimes called illusion, as in ‘illusion bodice’ (or sleeve) due to giving the impression of exposed flesh, or a revealing ensemble. What is the most see through fabric? “Sheer silk” ultimately just means any weave made of silk that you can see through, even […]

This hoopless petticoat is perfect for A line wedding dress. Most wedding dresses need a petticoat underneath to support its shape. and this petticoat will make your wedding dress look more puffy and in beautiful shape. What are those things called that go under dresses? A crinoline /ˈkrɪn. əl. ɪn/ is a stiff or structured […]

According to Jaymes, slip dresses are one of the pieces to dress up for an event, since they’re typically made of shiny satin, giving them a dressy feel. To spruce up the look even more, just add accessories. What is considered a slip dress? A slip dress is defined as a dress made of thin, […]

1990s. History. Slip dresses first became widely worn in the last decade of the 20th century, as part of the underwear-as-outerwear trend, when they were made from layered chiffon, polyester satins and charmeuse, and often trimmed with lace. The dresses typified the sartorial minimalism of the 1990s. Where did slip dress originated? The first iteration […]

Because this garment used a princess cut, which shaped the bodice and skirt by vertical seaming, it was called a “princess petticoat” or “princess slip.” In the early twentieth century, it came to be called a costume slip, and then merely a slip. Why is it called slip dress? A slip dress is a woman’s […]

Ideally, the undergarment’s hem should end two to three inches above the bottom of the skirt. “When you sit down or when you take a stride, if your slip is only an inch or half an inch shorter than your garment, you’re really risking that it’s going to peek out,” she says. How should a […]

The best length for a maxi skirt is one that falls between your ankle and the top of your toes. The best thing to do is to bring it into the tailor with the shoes you are going to wear with it. You really need to talk to show your tailor how to hem a […]

10 Stylish Ways to Hide Your Beer Belly Embrace dark colors. Image via Complex Original. Tailor your suit. Image via Complex Original. Slim down your pants. Image via Complex Original. Get button downs that actually fit. Tuck in your shirt. Wear low-rise jeans. Avoid tight T-shirts. Play with proportion. What should I wear if I […]

As you’ve probably heard us say before, there are many benefits to dressing up in an age when most people dress down. The key to dressing your age is to balance how you want to be perceived with your age and maturity. Does dressing your age matter? Does Dressing Your Age Matter? In short, yes. […]

Go Vertical: If you’re trying to make your stomach look flat, or any other body part for that matter, go vertical with the pattern! Horizontal patterns make you look broader than you are, which is why vertical ones are a perfect option since they add length to your body, and make you look slimmer than […]

A-line skirts, dresses, or even gowns help conceal love handles, waistline bulge, and even a heavy hip area. Any material such as satin, lycra, or polyester that is body-hugging should be avoided. Instead go for sheer, chiffon, or georgette fabrics for your A-line dresses. How can I hide my love handles with a dress? Ways […]

7 Tips to Dress Postpartum Belly Pooch: Tie Waist Tops. I love that tie waist is a big trend currently because it is so good at hiding all of the bumps and pooches! Maxi Dresses. Rouching. Dark Colors. Front Tuck. Wraps/Kimonos/Cardigans. Loose tops. How do you wear a lower belly pooch? How to dress to […]

Flowing Fabric Minimises Size Of Big Bust And Tummy Women can invest in an A-line skirt that picks up frills below their waist. You can also choose vertical patterns that create an illusion of a slim figure. For bottoms, women can choose casual trousers, culottes and boyfriend jeans. These keep the belly inside. What clothes […]

Ideally your slip dress should come to just before your fingers. Not too short, not too long. Just enough to show some leg, but just enough so you can still bend over without flashing the world. You can generally find a good silk slip for less than $200. What length should a slip be for […]