Every woman goes through a whirlwind of emotions when it comes to her body image. Try as we might, we all have those days when we don’t feel too good about our shape; Some extra kilos, or our wobbly bits as Bridget Jones would call them, create a certain image in our minds that doesn’t exactly do us favour.
As it happens, this is easily the path to self-destruction as it can mess up with our confidence. And, we can’t have that, can we?! If you want to take the reigns of your self-confidence and self-esteem back, there’s a simple solution: wear a stylish bodycon dress.
What Are the Benefits of Bodycon Dresses?
The main benefit lies in the name of this dress – it’s short for body-confidence, or body-conscious. The reason this popular wardrobe item can be of assistance with your confidence lies in the psychological aspect behind it as the form-flattering dress design that is it.
Instead of resorting to hiding behind baggy and unflattering clothing items that do your looks no justice, wearing a tight dress that hugs your curves could automatically signal to your brain that you feel good in your own skin, as it makes you feel more desirable and attractive by showing off more of your features. And, the best part is you don’t have to have an hourglass figure to wear one!
Sure, those with hourglass figures benefit from exposing their perfect waistline and hips, but you don’t have to hide if you have a pear-shaped, apple-shaped, rectangle-shaped, or inverted-triangle-shaped body. A bodycon dress that highlights the waist along with skimming over the hips is perfect for the pear-shaped.
A-line or empire-waist models like those with leg slits work great for apple-shaped bodies, whereas the rectangle-shaped ones benefit greatly from a peplum or ruched design. As for the inverted triangle shape, any dress with more volume at the hips would do. Lucky for you, there are versatile models of women’s bodycon dresses to choose from, so you’re sure to find the one that works for you. Style (off-shoulder, with or without straps), colour, print (from small to big and bold), material, size (from mini to midi, and maxi bodycon designs) and budget included!
This also leads us to the next benefit which is having the perfect dress design for every occasion, from casual to formal. Yes, the tight dress design can even be a wardrobe staple for professional environments like the office, as long as you do the styling right and avoid unwanted mishaps. What you can be sure of is feeling and looking your best no matter the event.
What to Wear Under and Over a Bodycon Dress?
Unlike your other clothes that don’t urge you to pay attention to your undergarments, this is a type of dress that makes you want to be more mindful with your bra and panty choices. Typical options may be comfortable for regular clothes, but keep in mind this is a body-hugging design.
To avoid leaving any lines, it’s best to wear it with light-cover bras (e.g. adhesive) and panties. If you need an extra confidence boost, try wearing G-string. For the less confident ones, and those who don’t sacrifice comfort for fashion, there’s always the boyshorts option, but let it be the one made of lighter fabric. Then again, there’s the shapewear choice that could keep your tummy, booty, thighs and waist in line along with showing no underwear line. Remember, there’s no shame in wearing any of these as long as it makes you feel good in your own skin.
Now, in terms of what you can wear over this dress, coats and jackets are a no-brainer, especially when the weather is chilly, or when you want to add an extra layer of concealment. From a trench coat to a fitted blazer for a more polished and corporate look, the possibilities are endless. The latter makes for a great choice for the office, especially when paired with a modest midi to knee-length dress of neutral colour, closed-toe shoes, minimal jewellery and makeup.
A tailored jacket is the go-to choice for those formal occasions where you need to exude elegance and confidence. Pair it with some gorgeous heels, statement jewellery, and a clutch, and you’ll be sure to make for a glamorous appearance. There are also sweaters and cardigans you can try out for fun and warm combos that are perfect for the more sophisticated yet still casual outings.
If you’re up for something even more casual, there’s always the denim jacket as a nice layer for catching up with friends over brunch or running errands in your favourite pair of sneakers. Other accessories you can have fun incorporating include shawls and belts. You also have various possibilities here, depending on the design you choose of the dress plus that of the accessories, so it’s easy to dress the outfit up and down, fit for dressier and more casual occasions alike.
