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2017 is about innovation. This year, we embrace everything new and fresh. That includes making better choices in your style. This summer, we encourage you to show off an often-forgotten asset: your back. Yes, we know. Your legs are just as gorgeous, but really. Show some love to the area that gives support to everything else. There are two great reasons why backless dresses are perfect for this summer.
The first one is that: no one else is doing it. Every year we see pictures of people with perfect legs and arms, but when was the last time you saw someone showing off their backs? Be the fashion maven we know you are and start a new trend. Secondly, backless dress are just so sexy. These dresses are conservative at the front and them BOOM! Hello, mama, at the back. Backless dresses are a fantastic way to remain elegant while showing the world there’s a little naughtines about you.
We’ve created a list of the basic do’s and don’ts in wearing a backless dress.
Do Take Care of Your Skin
Begin by taking care of the skin on your back. Most of the time, we ignore our back skin. Stop now. Take nice, long showers, and use long loofahs or bath brushes to exfoliate the skin on your back. If you have spots on your back, there are special creams and soaps that help. We also recommend a good moisturize to prevent dry skin. Here’s a good tip: since the back is a hard place to reach, you can just add a few drops of baby oil or olive oil in your tabo of water to give enough moisture to the skin. If you need a quick fix, there are medicated concealers that you can use to cover these spots. Ask someone to do this for you.
Don’t Slouch
Oscar de la Renta is famous for saying that women should walk as if they had “three men walking behind” them. This means, no slouching. Posture is crucial to wearing a backless dress. Not only does a straight back make the dress fall better, you feel more confident and sexy too. Think of the psychology of it: a slouched back suggests shyness and nervousness whereas walking tall means you’re ready for anything.
Do Buy the Right Bra
For obvious reasons, you can’t wear a normal bra with a backless dress. That doesn’t mean you shouldn’t wear one! There are many options for you to consider. A lower back strap bra is great for dresses that only expose the lower back. The straps are hidden under the dress while giving the necessary support for your breasts. Silicon stick on bras are also a good option since there are no straps at all. They’re also very convenient to use.
Do Wear the Correct Size
Backless dress are not as forgiving as other style trends. You need to get a dress that is exactly your size. Getting a size too small or too large will destroy the overall effect. Look for one is flattering to your body type and gives your back the perfect arch. Many backless dresses come with straps that you can adjust or have tailored to your liking.
Do Go For an Up-Do
If you’re going to show your back, go full-out. Wear your hair up or style it in such a way to give attention to your back. Remember that wearing your hair down kind of defeats the purpose of wearing a backless dress.
Did you like any of these tips? How are you planning on showing off your body this summer? Let us know in the comments section below and sharing this guide with your friends on Facebook.
