Avoid over-the-knee styles unless they end right over the knee or the entire outfit might look a bit trashy...
Unfortunately, mini dresses also can have a bad
reputation for being too revealing if worn improperly. Most women should wear
them carefully, choose a dress that suits their figure, and then choose the
right make-up and accessories to complement the style.
The do's and don'ts of wearing a mini dress can
vary depending on where the dress is being worn.
Consider pairing the mini dress with tights
One of the biggest concerns with the mini dress
is that it is very short. While this is fine in itself, adding tights of any
kind can be a great way to wear a mini dress in colder weather or to tone down
the look if the dress is a little too short. Most women should avoid fishnet or
net tights and wear opaque or solid tights instead. However, tights are not
absolutely necessary to wear with a mini dress, especially if the temperature
is warm. If the dress is a little too short, tights can make it classier and
offer more coverage so they are always a great consideration.
Wear a mini dress with the right shoes
Shoes can make or break an outfit with a mini
dress. Shoes can have a heel or not, depending on the occasion, time of day,
style of the dress, and the woman. If wearing heels, remember that they do make
short skirts look shorter and that the combination of heels and mini dress is
very hard to pull off during daytime.
Boots
Boots and a mini dress are an instant classic
but there are a few things to watch out for. Avoid over-the-knee styles unless
they end right over the knee or the entire outfit might look a bit trashy. Knee
or calf boots with tights and a dress can look very cute and classy for any
time of day.
Flats
Flats are very easy to pair with a mini dress,
depending on the style of the dress. For example, a casual A-line style skater
dress could be easily paired with Converse or Vans but a fitted bodycon dress
definitely should not be. Try matching the style of the shoes with the style of
the dress and remember that while it is easy to wear dressier shoes with a
casual dress, the other way around is usually a mistake.
Be comfortable with your body
Mini dresses are revealing and the most
flattering way to wear one is to be comfortable. Do not spend the whole night
pulling the dress down because it is not flattering. Anyone who is
self-conscious about the amount of leg they are showing can consider wearing
tights or leggings.
Don't wear the mini dress too tight
Don't show too much skin
While it can be tempting to purchase a low-cut
mini dress, the look is rarely flattering except for at clubs. Most women find
that they are most flattered by not showing off cleavage with a mini dress.
However, it is perfectly fine to show off shoulders and arms because these
offer a lot of balance and can look very nice with a mini dress.
Don't overdo it
Last but not least, it is always a good idea to
remember to not overdo it. If the event is very formal than overdoing it is
perfectly fine of course, but for a party or casual wear, the idea is to keep
it simple and let the dress do the talking. If the dress is simple, pair it
with a statement necklace or belt, or elegant shoes. If the dress is glamorous,
let it be the centre of attention and keep accessories to a minimum.
While a tight dress is fine, it is always a
good idea to not wear a dress too tight. A mini dress is already short and
showing off a lot of leg which means that it is already sexy. If the dress
shows off belly or the person wearing it looks like they can barely move, the
look is far from flattering.
Usually, it is a great idea to purchase a dress based on personal measurements rather than size as many dresses are sized differently from shirts and bottoms. This means measuring hips, bust, and the smallest part of the waist before making a purchase and then buying a dress that is a bit larger than those measurements.