All FlAREd UP! BY julieT alu
Peplums are usually linked to being the bottom flared part of various tops in all shapes and sizes but sometimes, they spring out in dresses too. And when this happens, the look goes a few notches higher than their expected slots in the style stakes and these two damsels have proven that right with their ‘flared bits’. What is also interesting is proof that no matter what size or shape you are, if used right, the peplum part can be a delight to watch on the wearer. A touch of ‘flare’ any time any day is sex appeal at your fingertips!
Black
You may find this quite obvious but there are some girls out there who think charcoal, dark grey, grey, white with a tint of black all qualify, but they don’t. Make sure your dress is stone cold black. You don’t want to fall into the fiasco of “is it black and blue or white and gold” type of situation.
Modest
Remember why you are buying this dress. It is not for a night out on the club when you want to almost bare it all. It is for the formal and close-to-formal occasions that a black dress would be needed. If you can find the perfect combination of funeral and wedding you’re getting close.
aBle to Be dressed Up or down
You should be able to pair this dress with heels, flats, a statement necklace or a simple gold bracelet. This should not be an ensemble that has its very own shoes, hair-do, jewelry collection and makeup look. It should be able to pull of any fancy or modest look that you want to pair with it.
coMfortaBle
Believe me if it’s not comfortable you are not going to wear it. Don’t try to lie to yourself and say you’re going to wear it because it is so cute. No! Picture yourself standing in front of your closet looking for something to wear, an uncomfortable dress is never the one you jump to.
tiMeless
Your LBD should be a staple piece that is in style no matter the year or the style trends of the season. Do not buy the black dress that is different but “so in style this season”, because guess what, come next season you wouldn’t be caught dead wearing it. So don’t buy it. Picture yourself in five years, can it still be worn? Will is still be in style? If your answer is Yes, then grab it!