How to Choose a Backless Dress
Backless dresses are in fashion this year and offer a seductive look for every occasion. Want to adopt this style? Here are five tips to choose the best backless dresses that will highlight your silhouette and suit the event you are attending.
1- Consider the Event:
When choosing a
backless dress, consider the event. Depending on the occasion, you might need more coverage or a more glamorous style (think dress code). Weddings, for example, usually call for a less provocative style so as not to outshine the bride. A high neckline or a design with back straps, a corset, or a cage back can offer extra coverage while remaining elegant for weddings.
On the other hand, a cocktail party may require more sparkle, sheer panels, or cutouts to make your backless dress stand out. For formal evening events, like a military ball or gala, you can opt for a backless dress with all the refined details; while for casual events, choose backless dresses with simple and comfortable designs.
2- Know Your Venue:
Choose a backless dress that suits you and your environment. Let’s go back to weddings... What if the ceremony takes place in a church? A venue that requires modesty means you’ll probably need a backless dress with some modest details or a matching jacket. If the celebration is in an informal banquet hall or on a beach, opt for a backless dress with a relaxed cut. Ceremonies in a chic hotel or country club might call for a dramatic backless dress with a beaded bodice. Whatever the venue, choose a backless dress that is both elegant and appropriate.
3- Consider the Season:
Backless dresses seem made for warm weather, offering a seductive look while keeping you cool. Lightweight fabrics like chiffon, crepe, and jersey pair perfectly with airy backless designs, ideal for spring and summer. But you can also look stunning in a backless dress in fall and winter! Layer your backless dress with a bolero, jacket, or shawl that you can remove when entering a warm venue, and choose thicker fabrics like taffeta, organza, velvet, and neoprene.
4- Consider Your Body Type:
You need to plan for proper support that creates a flattering effect for your silhouette. Simply adding pads, fashion tape, or an adhesive bra might be all you need for a secure and confident look. Need more support? There are multi-way bras, strapless bras with clear backs, or DIY strap extensions that keep the back exposed.
5- Know When Wearing a Backless Dress is Appropriate
Although stunning, backless dresses are not ideal for religious services, children’s parties, or modest family gatherings. However, backless dresses are perfect for showcasing your style and silhouette at many events. Slip into a short backless dress for an unforgettable romantic evening or opt for an elegant backless evening gown for a show-stopping look at an upcoming gala.