I am 4'9" and have an athletic shaped body, in other words, I'm slightly stalky. Many people say I have a gymnist body. But anywayz, i'm looking for a cocktail dress that will make me look more feminine. What kind of dress is good for me? One with straps, or halter top style or no straps?
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Well, if you have an athletic body strapless probably isn’t for you. You might want to go with a halter…
A halter top is always flattering. I would get a halter top, with an empire waist (high waist) and flowing skirt. This is a very feminine style. The high waist will make you appear taller.
Vertical stripes
Yes, go for a halter with a tight waist and one that maybe flares out at the bottom and is a little bit short. Kind of like a Marilyn Monroe style dress. It will make you appear to have more curves.
Avoid strapless, especially if you have a smaller chest (it’ll make you look even smaller). Try the halter. Anything that is flowy will look feminine.
i’d say halter and one that goes to the knees and is kinda tent like but in a good way
strapless short dress
Halter, empire waistline (but fitted at your actual waist so you don’t look like you have a belly paunch) and a flared skirt. Also, make sure the neckline isn’t too deep or it may flatten out your delicate bustline. It should hit right above the knee for the longest leg line, but don’t go too short (mid thigh or higher) because that will shorten your torso. A strapless dress can make a petite woman look flat, while straps might make your shoulders look too broad without doing anything for your neck and chest.
Just some style examples, so you know what I’m talking about :-)
http://www.debshops.com/Fashion/ViewDetail.asp?CatID=86&CENID=1827
http://www.debshops.com/Fashion/ViewDetail.asp?page=1&CatID=86&CENID=1809
http://www.debshops.com/Fashion/ViewDetail.asp?CatID=86&CENID=1887
http://www.debshops.com/Fashion/ViewDetail.asp?CatID=86&CENID=1920
Another great style to add curves is an off the shoulder dress with a flared skirt. It gives a fuller look around the shoulders and bust.
http://www.debshops.com/Fashion/ViewDetail.asp?CatID=86&CENID=1890
Try an empire waist with tiny straps. It will accentuate the top of half of your torso, making you look feminine.