Choosing an evening dress can be a fun and relaxing task. An evening dress is usually very expensive, so you may want to take some precautions while choosing one for yourself. Some things to keep in mind are-
• An evening dress must spell elegance. Elegance is the most important thing to look for in an evening dress.
• The first thing to decide while picking out a dress for evening wear is the length - do you want it short or long? Full length dresses are always a safe option, and is a better choice if the occasion is formal or if the dress code indicated is formal.
• Choosing the fabric is also important. It must flatter your figure and you must feel comfortable in it the whole evening.
• Choose the colour of the dress based on how it looks on you - it should go with your skin tone and hair colour. If you are not sure and don't want to mess up, the 'little black dress' is a fall back option. It is everybody's favourite and you cannot go wrong with it. Black is cool, elegant and mysterious, at the same time simple and sexy. If you feel it is a bit plain, you can accessorise it with jewellery or scarves.
• If you feel a little diffident about your figure, go in for a dress that is rich in colour and is made from luxurious fabric. For a well-toned body, a white dress can look great.
• Embellishments on the dress and design lines can also show you figure to advantage or draw attention to your worst features. So be sure how such a dress looks on you.
• You may want to dress with the trend. Check up the latest magazines and online stores to see what is trending, if you like it and if it will suit you.
• The dress style must flatter your figure. A dress slit on one side or on both sides sill show off long legs to advantage. A backless dress will suit a slim back and can highlight your hairstyle.
• If you intend to wear the dress many times, go in for a dress that has a timeless appeal. Satin, lace and crepe in fine cuts can never fail you, no matter what your age is.
Don't hesitate to be extravagant while spending on an evening dress. It is a good investment and you will have many occasions to wear it - wedding receptions, cocktail parties and formal dinners. And no wardrobe will be complete without it.
