How To Pull Off: The Statement Dress

Greetings Gentle Readers,

It's time for another "How To Pull Off..." this time the topic at hand is the Statment Dress. The Statement Dress is... well, self explanatory it makes a statement, and usually, a dramatic one. The statement dress is one that requires minimal, if any, accessories, and is the focal point of any look. That sheer sequined number you've had your eyes on for a few weeks? That's a statement dress. The black backless, draped silk chiffon gown you've been drooling over? Statement dress. A statement dress speaks volumes without you having to say one word.

For the featured look, which we pulled for New Years Eve, we choose a tunic that had metallic and iridescent tones in it and was made of a shimmery fabric. By having such an attention grabbing fabric, we kept the accessories very simple. The tunic was semi cinched at the waist, and we added a wide belt that was in a complementary hue to the iridescent purple in the dress. Since it was a special occasion, we also had the tunic shortened a few inches as well. the rest of the jewelry was minimal, simple on the ear earrings and a few bangles. The dress was one that could either be worn open necked, or pulled to the side for an off the shoulder look, which is what we choose to do. We also cinched the sleeves for a blousey look. The nude pumps added to the long lean line of the leg that we created by shortening the dress, and added to the overall visual appeal. The bag was a bronze tone that was also found in the dress and topped off the look perfectly.

The focus of the look was the dress, hence having everything else play back into or off of it. Statement dresses know no particular style, shape, or silhouette. Your statement dress should be one that compliments your assets, hides flaws, and makes you feel beautiful, confident and sexy. Find styles that compliment your shape and amp up the drama with bold color, sparkle, shimmer, and daring hem or neck lines. Of course, as always, fit is key. You want to be completely comfortable in your statement dress because the ultimate trick to pulling off any garment is confidence. Use shape wear and foundation garments to pull off the perfect silhouette in your statement dress. That's what their there for. The women you idolize and ogle on the red carpet have on the same Spanx you do to get those killer hour glass figures.

As we said, to accessorize your statement dress, keep it simple. The focus is the dress, find shoes, bags and jewelry that all play off tones found in the dress or are complementary colors. Keep jewelry to a minimum, no need for a necklace and bracelets and earrings. One or two will more than suffice. Remember fit and confidence are key!!! You want to make the right statement. That about does it for this time around! Until next time, we remain...

Stylishly Yours,
Sartorially Savvy

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