Summer?
What a bummer!
That
is the reaction most of us have, as soon as the temperatures rise up. The month of May usually spells ‘dismay’ for
many fashion enthusiasts, as it means no more long flowing dresses, no more dark
shades to camouflage those love handles, no more heavy embroideries, and
absolutely no layers! In short, it’s time to
bid adieu to flattering cocktail dresses, right? Wrong! Summers
are the best time to give the ‘Safe Dressing’ a break and bring the funky on! Show
the world your fun side,
and
be the belle of any event with these super stylish summer cocktail dresses.
Maxi dress:
For
all the ladies with an undying love for long flowy dresses, MAXI is the way to
go. Initially deemed as more of a comfort
wear, these dresses today have become one of the classiest summer cocktail
dresses. If you’re tall, you
can easily pull off a Maxi dress, however, make sure that the dress compliments
your figure instead of giving you a straight,
oblong silhouette. This can be easily done by adding a belt at the waist line,
which favourably enhances your body. Also, subtle jewellery, such as a long chain
with a statement pendant, single or double bracelets, arm jewellery etc can add to the appeal of your outfit.
Strapless:
It’s
time to do away with sleeves, and flaunt those shoulders! As glamorous as these
dresses are, be sure to choose the
right neckline. Scoop, V-neck , square or sweetheart cuts tend to look good
on almost every body type and size.
v-neck
sweetheart neckline
The Little Black Dress:
Running
late for a party, and have no time to decide what to wear? It’s the Little
Black Dress to the rescue! If there’s anything as
flawless as a pair of blue jeans and white shirt combo, it’s the LBD. If you
decide to go for a minimal classy look, just dab on some lip-gloss and mascara, and voila, the
party has a head turner! If you wish to accessorize, go in for gold or silver jewellery, as it will more than compliment
this evergreen summer cocktail dress.
Faux wrap:
Want
to go in for a casual yet elegant summer cocktail dress? The faux wrap is your
best bet. If worn right, the faux wrap can not only be super flattering, but
can even help you minimize your problem areas! Women with full-figures can go
in for shades like turquoise, purple and red as these aim to complement rather
than highlight a curvy body. The way a faux wrap drapes around the body, helps create
a feminine silhouette.
Vintage style dresses:
If there’s a summer cocktail
dress that favours every type of figure, it is the Vintage dress. These
full-formed frocks not only feature a fit and
flared shape but can also be paired with a wide belt that further accentuates the smallest part of your midsection, that is the waist. Part modern, part retro,
this ladylike dress will have you
looking and feeling as graceful as a princess. This dress can be paired
with a pair of matching pumps to add a modern edge. This chic summer cocktail
dress proves beyond doubt that old
sure is gold!
Shift dress:
This
type of summer cocktail dress lacks detailed shaping. They
can be plain or feature A-line skirts and are usually sleeveless. However,
the generous cut of the dress in addition to the lack of detail, has a tendency to make
the wearer look frumpy, hence several factors should be considered when choosing
the right shift dress. In
addition to this, the right accessories can be used to draw the attention away
from problem areas and turn a shift dress into
something spectacular. One of
the reasons shift dresses are a hot favourite among women is the shear versatility
of the garment. Be it an office get-together or a dinner party, a shift dress
is sure
to shift all gazes on to you!
Sheath dress:
Contrary to the Shift Dress, a Sheath Dress
is designed to fit the body intimately, and is a
relatively unadorned summer cocktail dress. Since it has a close-fitting
shape that encases the body, it is important to ensure that the back slit/back
pleat keeps
it walkable. In this type of summer cocktail dress, the major
focal point is the waist, hence accessorizing with a belt
Peplum:
A peplum dress is a relatively newer trend in
summer cocktail dresses that is rapidly gaining popularity, owing to its
commendable ability to redefine your natural body shape into the ideal
hourglass shape. The peplum attracts attention away from problematic areas such
as hips and gives the illusion of a slender waist.
Floral:
This cocktail dress is hands down a summer
must-have! Not only do these perky
dresses reflect playfulness, but at the same time, exude femininity.
While accessorising, keep the bling to a minimum, as you do not want your
jewellery to compete with the much
obvious floral pattern of the dress. Not only are these dresses
apt for any morning/afternoon event, these floral frocks are also perfect summer cocktail dresses for
any evening soiree. Who knew, beating
the heat could be so glamorous!
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