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Flattering Dresses for Every Body Type

By Cynthia Nellis, About.com

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Bottom-Heavy Figure

Calvin Klein

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The easiest way to balance a bottom-heavy figure is to choose a dress that skims over the lower half of the body. Allover prints are a good choice for balancing out pear-shaped figures, like this dress by Calvin Klein (Buy Direct) which features a face-flattering U-shape, and a full skirt topped by sewn-down pleats (keeps the fullness under control).

More tricks for working with a bottom-heavy figure.

Index: Flattering Dresses for Every Body Type

  1. Bottom-Heavy Figure
  2. Flabby Arms
  3. Petite
  4. Plus Size
  5. Unattractive Legs
  6. Wide Shoulders
  7. Thick Waist
  8. Full Bust
  9. Small Bust
  10. Too Thin

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