Dropping it low today and I don’t mean dance moves; although
I will confess I had some saucy skills out in the club during my college years! Who am I kidding?! I’ll get down at a wedding
any time! But today I’m talking about
waist lines. Drop waist lines. You see them all the time on wedding gowns
and here lately on boho tops with a long peplum. But a drop waist on dresses isn’t so
common. At least not since the 20’s.
Typically I wear my waist lines at the natural waist which
is a bit higher than most gals prefer but it works for my body shape (and for
tucking) and I find it elongates the body and I need all the help I can get!
A drop waist dress is flirty and creates a flouncy strut as
you walk moving around the pleated/ruffled hem.
It’s different and unexpected.
The trick is to make sure the dress isn’t too big. Otherwise
you’ll look like a big sack with no hint that there’s a body underneath. The dress should skim over the hips – like a gradual
angle from your ribs down.
I was tickled when I found this dress in a sweet shimmering peach. I love the detailed hem with pieces of
pleated fabric to add layered movement and detail.
This dress is a prime example of the importance of a racer
back bra. Gals, you must have one! I wear mine all the time and find it not only
very comfortable and supportive, but essential in dressing for cut in sleeveless
garments and tanks.
I styled this drop waist dress with statement earrings in
emerald green and a lace up pump for a dressier look. You’d be equally as peachy keen in a more
casual pairing with wedges.
Earrings: Kendra Scott ||
Dress Beautifully in a Drop Waist Dress
XOXO Sarah Louise
