subject: How To Wear One-shoulder Dresses [print this page] One-shoulder dresses are part of a popular trend; they give you a chic asymmetrical look. One-shoulder dresses also come in a variety of prints and styles to fit both formal and informal occasions. Wearing this style of dress requires a little thought as to what to pair it with in order to make your dress shine and showcase your fashion sense.
Try on a one-shoulder dress before you purchase it. These dresses have complicated collar lines that won't fit every body type. Depending on the cut and if you have a large bust, it might not be concealing enough. Try it on and make sure you find it both flattering and comfortable before you buy it.
Pair your dress with a strapless bra. Even if you have bras that have colorful or fashionable straps they will ruin the intended look of a one-shoulder style. If your one-shoulder dress has a low backline, consider using stick-on pasty bras, which you can find at most lingerie stores.
Avoid layering clothes when wearing a one-shoulder dress. The point of a one-shoulder dress is to show off that one side of your upper body, so avoid covering it with a pullover, shawl, jacket or cardigan. This is why one-shoulder dresses work best during warmer months.
Select a simple accessory. Skip necklaces that will make the neckline area look busy. Try earrings, a ring or bracelet and select only one, as you don't want too many accessories. For example if you are doing a dressed-up look, pair your dress with a sparkling bangle bracelet; for a dressed-down look use simple silver earrings.
Put on your bra then dress and ensure your bra doesn't show in the front or the back. If the dress is slightly sagging in an area and showing a piece of your bra, cut a small piece of double-sided fashion tape and tape it in place.
Style your hair to compliment your exposed shoulder. If you want to wear your hair down, have it lay behind your shoulders or pull it forward over the shoulder with the strap. Any updo will work to show off this look. Throw on accessories, shoes and go.
