Style advice for the Alexa Dress
The cool Alexa Dress is a high-necked dress with a collar that draws attention to the neck and makes the body look longer. The dress accentuates the bust, which means that women with a fuller bust, short neck or double chin should see the Alexa Dress as a no go. For women who wish they were a little more gifted in the bust department or who have a long neck, the dress is sure to be a smash hit.
The ideal length of this dress depends on your body height. Discover the no-hassle method of altering dress length here.
Height checklist
- Are you shorter than 165 cm?
If so, the knee-height version (or just above the knee) will look nicest on you.
Is a long version still more your cup of tea? That’s also an option but do make sure that your ankles are visible. The dress looks nicest on you in fabric with a subtle design or with vertical stripes. Stay away from anything too busy.
Don't be afraid to show off those dazzling curves. You can do that by putting your waist in the spotlight.
Tip: wear the dress with your hair done up and wear heels under the long dress to add height. - Are you average height?
The Alexa Dress in any length looks great on you. - Are you taller than 172 cm?
If so, the dress looks most flattering just past the knee. Printed fabrics look fantastic on you, but be sure to pick one that is proportionate to your height and posture. That means that small prints are a no go.
Striking accessories with this dress are a definite yes. For example, consider shoes in a bright colour or an extravagant handbag.
The Alexa Dress for O-types
The Alexa Dress worn without a belt creates a lovely vertical line. That's great news for your body shape. Please note: it only works if you don’t have a full bust and have a long neck. Is your neck on the short side? So, leave the collar out and add a lovely neckline instead.
Your body shape benefits from extra structure at the shoulders, something the raglan sleeves on the Alexa Dress just don’t do. Compensate for that lack of structure by making sure there's enough space at the midriff. The dress shouldn't cling to your body, but in fact, fall loosely with straight lines.
Opt for a jersey with vertical ribs to create a lengthening effect. Tip: fabric with a delicate print is perfect for camouflaging certain areas. They create visual ‘chaos’ so that the eye doesn't focus on any one point.
The Alexa Dress looks best in a plain, dark or subtle fabric. Pair with striking earrings to draw the focus towards the upper part of your body.
The Alexa Dress for H-types
The Alexa Dress is absolutely right for your body shape, provided that you don't have a large bust or short neck. The straight cut of this dress looks fantastic on your body shape. There’s no focus on the waist, which makes it the perfect dress for concealing the fact that you don't have one.
The Alexa Dress for I-types
The Alexa Dress is too understated for your body shape. However, there are a few nice alterations you can make to give the dress a little more schwung. For example, you can toy with the sleeve width or add a few extra details, like pockets or ribbons. Go for a bold coloured fabric with a smashing print. For example, you could a floral print or wide, horizontal bands of colour in several different colours, etc.
Go for textured fabrics that add structure to your body.
The Alexa Dress for slim A-types
The rounded lines of the raglan sleeves don’t go well with the pear’s narrower shoulders. That's why you should shorten them to 3/4-length sleeves. That will emphasise your waist more, something your body shape needs.
Is your heart set on looking stunning in this dress? If so, make sure you draw attention towards the top of your body. You can do that with accessories, with a striking necklace or earrings for example. Keep things plain at the bottom of your silhouette. For instance, don't wear shoes that are too showy. Also, be sure to add a little extra room around the hips so that the fabric doesn’t cling to them. You may want to make the skirt hem slightly wider.
Tip: tighten the waist with a belt to accentuate the waist.
When you make the Alexa Dress, opt for fabric with a fluid drape.
The Alexa Dress for X- and 8-types
Your body shape benefits from dresses that put your waist in the spotlight. The Alexa Dress doesn’t do that. You can compensate for this by taking the dress in a little more at the waist, shortening the sleeves to 3/4-length, and adding a belt to accentuate the waist.
Definitely make the dress in fabric with a fluid drape that's either in a solid colour or has a delicate floral print. Finish it off with ultra-feminine accessories.
The Alexa Dress for V-types
Raglan sleeves are perfect for your body type. The soft, rounded lines make the shoulders look narrower so that they appear more proportional to your narrower hips.
Make the dress in fabric with a fluid drape to make your silhouette softer.
