What is Good
  • Bias cut or straight cut dresses can look very sophisticated, and this shape can easily take very full ball gown styles.
  • Halter-necks or higher cut necks balance shoulders and hips and flatter a smaller chest.
  • Bustles or bows in the hip area can add shapeliness.
What to Avoid

  • Very low cut neckline can make you look "all top" unless carefully balanced.
  • Avoid full or very fancy sleeves and wider necklines.