THE BACKLESS DRESS
Backless dresses are for the brave. And the thin
How to pull off a backless dress is the challenge.
General rule: do not wear a backless dress if you have back fat. Just don’t. Don’t wear a backless dress if you have a large bust because a backless dress will exacerbate the look of the size of your chest.
And be sure that your back skin is flawless. Perhaps a visit to a spa. A 60-minute session will begin with a gentle steam and full cleanse of the back, followed by an exfoliation mask and extractions (if needed). Conclude with a customized treatment mask and a finishing treatment to lock in the glowing results.
Completely open-back dresses demand adhesive bras. Amazon.com sells the Niidor wireless adhesive bra. It’s essential that the fit be just right so if you’re not certain, buy a couple and try them on before deciding. Something you might not know is that professional models have used duct tape for years to secure gaps in dresses for the runway or photo shoots. It’s not the most comfortable solution especially when wearing a dress for hours.
Besides the fit of the adhesive bra, the fit of the dress must be right on target. If the dress is too loose it will gap, and you risk an oopsie moment. If the dress is too tight in the waist or hips it will accentuate your flaws.
Think of the backless dress as a palette to show off your choice in hair style. A loose chignon bun is the top pick for backless dress drama. Waves swept up to one side are another popular choice.
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