Tall or Short - Find the Perfect Dress

Height and body frame matter when you’re looking for that perfect prom dress. Tall people look good in some shapes, while short people look good in others. The best thing you can do for yourself is to read up on your body type and learn how to choose evening dresses and gowns that fit you and your body. It may be hard to understand at first, but once you try on the prom dresses that we recommend for your body type, you’ll see what we’re talking about. Your prom night is special. It’s your night to shine. Your look may make or break your night. Follow our tips and get the compliments you deserve.

Tall Girls

If you are tall with your shoulders proportional to your hips, you would do well in a sheath, A-line, empire-cut dress, or ball gown. Choose the empire dress if you are small-busted. It will create the look of a fuller bust. If you want to create an hourglass look, choose a gown with detail around the waistline. It will give definition to your waist. If you are very lanky and want to look fuller, prom dresses with ball skirts or A-line dresses would do the trick, especially if you want to hide very thin legs and narrow hips. You can definitely be the belle of the ball if you get the total prom look right. A prom dress with patterns also helps break length. It will definitely make you stand out. If you are into making a statement through your clothing, experiment with patterns and colors. Sheath dresses look beautiful on long and lean bodies. They accentuate the length and make you look classy.

Petite Girls

Sheaths also look great on petite frames. If you are on the thin side, you can also add height with a simple sheath dress. You do not necessarily need to go full-length if you are shorter. The good news is that you can make yourself look taller by wearing a short dress. Short prom dresses are in style. If you want something different and eye-catching, pick up a short number and show off your legs. With a standout selection of short prom dresses for Prom 2009, you are bound to find one that works for you. You can choose a short dress that fits the body snugly, or you can opt for one with a flirty and full skirt. The full skirt definitely does wonders for girls who want to hide their thighs. If you want to create the appearance of longer legs, an empire or A-line dress would help with that. An empire dress is absolutely fabulous at making your torso seem shorter and your legs look longer. This will make you look taller in general. One thing girls with petite frames should remember is that large patterns will chop off their bodies and make them look shorter. Therefore, it is better if they choose a dress in one color. It will make their figures look long and sleek.