At Lasting Impressions, we are passionate about helping girls feel runway ready for their special occasions. Whether you’re shopping for prom or a pageant, we know you want to look your best. We’re here to fill you in on a little not-so-secret secret: the key to looking your best is feeling your best. The ‘right’ dress silhouette for your body type is whichever one you feel best in, but knowing which features each silhouette is designed to highlight can help you decide on what’s right for you. Here’s a rundown of what each silhouette has to offer:

Mermaid Silhouette

Fitted from your torso to your knees, the mermaid hugs each of your curves before flaring out dramatically around your calves, emphasizing an hourglass shape. If you’re looking for a dress that highlights waist definition, the mermaid silhouette, as shown above in this gown by Sherri Hill, is the one for you.

Fit and Flare Silhouette

Similar to the mermaid, the fit and flare silhouette is fitted throughout your torso, but with a much more relaxed skirt that softly flows from your thighs. This style highlights a smaller upper body, while adding some volume to your lower body, as shown above in this gown by Ieena by Mac Duggal.

A-line Silhouette

The A-line silhouette features a fitted bodice with a skirt that gently slants out in a subtle A-shape pointing inwards to your waist, creating a slimming effect. If you’re looking for something that will elongate your body and balance out your proportions, an A-line silhouette, as shown on the gown above by Alyce Paris, is the perfect choice. 

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