Judging by recent celebrity sightings, backless gowns are the big fashion trend of the moment. If you have the body for it, a backless gown can create a subtly sexy yet elegant elegant look for your next evening function. Need some guidance on how to wear these revealing dresses? Here are some tips that’ll help you make the best impression:
Make sure your back is ready to be exposed.
If you plan on wearing a backless dress, your back should be smooth and unblemished. If you have a tendency towards acne that involves the back, a backless gown is probably not the best choice for your next evening event. Give your back some extra care several weeks before you plan on wearing a backless dress out in public. Exfoliate flaky, dead skin cells using a loofah and apply a light moisture cream. Remember when you’re wearing a backless gown, your backside is just as important as the front.
Is your back one of your better features?
If you have “love handles” or carry excess fat on your back, rethink the idea of wearing a backless gown. Why show your back if it’s not one of your better features? If you’ve spent time at the health club, strength training and toning those back muscles, a backless dress can be the perfect way to show the fruits of your labor. If you haven’t picked up a weight or resistance band in the last six months, rethink the idea of a backless dress.
Consider your breasts.
When you wear a backless dress, you won’t be able to wear a conventional bra. Although you could go braless, this may not create a good impression if you’re larger than an A cup. To find a bra that works for a backless outfit, do a Google search for “backless bras” and discover the many options available to you.
Keep everything else simple.
Backless gowns dramatic, statement making pieces in their own right. Keep the rest of your outfit simple to avoid looking overdone. Skip the dramatic jewelry and wear a simple, elegant pair of earrings. Carefully chosen earrings are all that’s usually needed with a backless dress.
Add a little color to your back.
Even if it’s the middle of winter, your back will look better if you apply a light coat of self tanner. Self tanner will accentuate the musculature in your back, making you look more toned. Be sure to apply it smoothly. Any streaking will be obvious.
Watch your posture.
When you’re wearing a backless dress, hold your head and shoulders up high. Stooped posture can ruin the look of even the prettiest backless dress.
A backless gown can be quite flattering if worn correctly. To get more ideas on how to select and wear a backless dress, look through some of the celebrity magazines where you’ll find lots of “do’s” and “don’ts” when it comes to wearing this trendy dress style.
