Plus-size women want to dress attractively and look beautiful with her shape. Here are some good do’s and don’ts for the plus-size woman who wants to look her best.

• Plus size women should know her size and always get the size they wear. Proper fit clothes look their appearance great. Clothes that are too large make a woman look like a bag lady. Too-small fashions are hideous. Buy the appropriate size and if there is any about size and fit, ask a sales associate to help.

• If any woman looking for a plus size evening dress, go for dresses with princess seams down the front, dropped waists, and other styles with shape.

• Top length is very important for plus size, if you have large behind or low-hanging abdomen, she can give a try to those curvy, shaped blouses that barely skim the navel. Those women who are plus-size, but mostly curvy can get away with this kind of fashion. Plus-size women also look for tops that hit at least the mid line of their navels. Layered looks are beautiful and great, with blouse shirts over tank tops, as long as the line is smooth, front and back.

• Necklines also can make a difference. A V-neck can be very flattering and look great on a plus-size woman because it elongates the neck line and draws the eye down. However, any neckline that shows overflowing cleavage is not flattering. A plus-size woman with an average bust can usually get away with slightly lower-cut tops than a woman who is very well-endowed.

• Tight clothing may not be your best bet. Plus size woman have bulges and rolls that they do not want to show off to the world. While tight clothing may reduce your silhouette, it will do nothing to smooth it. Stretchy fabrics can be very comfortable and forgiving in plus size fashion. They will reduce sag and bag on pants’ knees, blouses and shirts, and dresses. Skin-tight clothing may look messy and unprofessional.

• Those women who have an oval shape with a prominent tummy with no defined waist can try an empire waist, full skirt or A-line dresses. If legs are proportionately slender compared to the rest of the body, a short dress is a good option to flaunt off your legs.

• An A-line skirt in flowing fabrics is a very good option for plus size women. Women who are larger on top than bottom can carry a straight skirt with a tailored jacket very well but if hips are big, she should look carefully at the skirt’s construction and should try it on in the store. Women who are short or average height may be able to wear short jackets if they are fairly well-proportioned, bottom and top. Too large on either end, or a short jacket should be avoided. Blazer style jacket is all-time classic whether it is boxy or tailored; pick the style to keep body proportion in mind.

When we go for shopping for a dress, we usually see the style, colors, cuts and fabric of the dress. There are times when we forget to pay attention to the necklines. Isn’t it that we do not realize the importance of a perfect neckline that enhances the beauty of a dress? Neckline is one of the most distinguishing features of clothing and very important factor to look great in any dress. It is important that you look for the right styles of necklines that will not only emphasize your best assets but will also hide your problem areas. Necklines are available in many shapes and array of curves and angels. A flattering neckline can create an illusion, emphasize your best features, hide not only your body flaws but facial structures as well and make you appear great in your dream dress. Here I am describing few popular necklines and its importance and effects with your body type and facial structure.

Scoop Neck

Scoop Neck:

Scoop neck is shaped like a U shape, usually low cut line and little drop from normal necklines.

The Most suitable for

Facial structure: If you have a wide face structure, this neckline will suit you. It also makes a short neck appear longer.

Body Shape: Scoop neck dresses flatter most of the women; especially complement very nicely pear shaped girls as the neck draws the attention towards the upper body. Scoop style also work for hourglass ladies. Women with small bust can get the illusion of a larger chest by wearing scoop neck style dresses or tops.

This neckline should be avoided by flat chested women.

V-Neck

V-neck

As its name implies – the neckline has two line and form a ‘V’ shape at centre front. The neck depth depends totally upon wearer and her choice.

The most suitable for

Facial structure: Those women who have wide jaws or square-shaped facial structures, it is good if they wear v- neckline dresses. This is also look great women with round faces. Long face women should avoid this neckline.

Body Shape: The most flattering neckline for any body type, if you are apple shape or have heavy mid section, V- shaped Basque will help to minimize and create the illusion of a smaller midsection and make you appear taller and leaner.

If you have medium-sized chest and you want to show some cleavage then this is the ideal style for you. This neckline is also great for the women who have broad shoulders or short neck; its V shape makes the shoulder appearance narrow by drawing the eye attention to centre.

If you have small bust, you can avoid this neckline as it will emphasize on your chest area.

Jewel Neck

Jewel Neck

Commonly used for T-shirts and closely look like crew neck, jewel neckline is fitted and a plain, slightly rounded collarless neckline and often touches the base of the neck.

The most suitable for

Facial Structure: If you have a double chin, don’t go for dresses that have a jewel neckline as it only draws attention to double chin, which you definitely do not want

Body Types: It is flattering style for flat chested women. It creates a bustier image for small chested women.

Jewel neck should be avoided by women who have short necks as this neck style will make them appear shorter. Ladies with large breasts should also not try as it will over emphasize your bust area.

Bateau Neck

Bateau Neck

Sometimes known as a Sabrina neck, the horizontal line of this neck passes from shoulder to shoulder.

The most suitable for

Facial structure: Women with long faces are advised to wear this kind of necklines. It will help cut the length of the facial structure. Boat neck is not flattering for the women who have square-shaped facial structures or wide jaws.

Body Types

Looks good on pear shaped women as it creates a balance with their wide hips. This neck style also flatters the women who have narrow shoulders by making them wider. Also suits to women who have thin and long neck by making them shorter.

Apple shaped women should avoid boat neckline dresses as it will make your naturally broad shoulders appear wider and throw off your balance.

Turtle Neck

Turtle Neck

This tight fitting, high collar is very contemporary style and can be don with sweaters or can also be worn alone.

The most suitable for

Facial Structure: This looks great on oval shaped and long face structures but not a good option for round shaped or double chin ladies as it tends to make them look heavier.

Body Types

Women with short torso look great on turtle neck as it lengthens the torso and makes you appear taller.

A high neckline will hide any upper body definition. If you have large breasts, don’t go for this style. If you are heavy on bottom, avoid turtle neck as it will narrow your shoulders and make your hips and waist appear larger. Short necked women should also avoid this neckline.

Proper dressing accentuates your attributes, features, helps to minimize your flaws and gives you a great appearance. It is important to form a personal style statement that enhances your figure and individuality. If you are flat chested or have small bust and shopping for a dress, you will definitely think of the styles and patterns which will flatter your figure. Here I am giving some tips and tricks to maximize your chest by selecting right kind of dressing, proper color and fabric ideas.

Selection of Dress. Learn to create illusion of large breasts with your selection of dress. Ruched bodice, softly gathered bodice will enhance the look of your bustline. Subtle and soft ruffles, embellishments add volume to a small bust, added fabric also give fuller chest appearance. Strapless style also looks great on flat chested women’s.

Use fashion Detailing in Dress. Details around the bust area like pocket, buttons, and patterns are some features to keep in mind for small chest women when they go for shopping. Collars, wide lapels draw attention towards the face and look great.

Create Illusion. One more useful way to create illusion and focusing attention away from your bust line is wearing Empire Dresses. It is an excellent idea to try Empire Dresses as it may draw attention to your other body parts. The shape of the dress makes you appear larger, no matter how big or flat you are. Empire Dresses are specially designed in such a way that a waistline is raised above the natural waistline, at times as high as right below the bust. These dresses are good to camouflage and create an illusion. Empire dresses with straps, long gowns with spaghetti straps give best illusive effect towards the top of the body.

Choose Proper Necklines. As it is the most important feature of the dress to make you look as you want, gathered neckline, asymmetrical necklines, bateau necklines are some of good options for you. Cowl neckline also looks good as it will give folds across front bodice. Avoid V- necklines, scoop necklines or very low cut necklines.

Use Patterned Tops. Patterned shirts, horizontal lines, graffiti patterned especially right across the breast area are a great way to create illusion of bigger breasts.

Suitable Brassiere. A Bra is an essential article and does a lot for your bustline. If you don’t pick the right bra, you won’t get the desired look, padded bras, push up bras will definitely flatter your bust line. Choose the dresses and tops that are already made with inner cups to get a rounder look.

Appropriate Fabric. Fabric plays an important role to enhance your appearance, for flat chested women – A soft, light to medium weight fabric with good draping quality will look great. Fabric like satin, jersey, cotton will work.

I know every girl wants to have toned and fuller chest but accept what you have, just be what you are. There are quite a number of females out there who are successful in their careers and life with the natural assets. Clare Danes, Kate Hudson, Keira Knightly are some example of flat chested actresses and they are proud of what they are ….aren’t they?