A-line: Figure-Flattering for Most Body Types - Today's Bride (2024)
The A-line dress is perhaps the most attering of all basic styles. It is one of fashion’s most enduring shapes. It is exactly what the name implies. It is, as the name suggests, fitted at the bodice and gently flaring to the hem. It skims the hips as it moves down to the width at the bottom.
It was introduced by designer Christian Dior in 1955 and was labelled “the most wanted silhouette in Paris”. Later, it was much refined by his successor, Yves Saint Laurent, to the basic style we still see today. Since then, some version of the A-line is seen every season and in every fabric.
The style is so basic that it adapts to any length and any fabric, which means it can be developed to suit any occasion. The degree of formality depends on the choice of fabric, the degree of embellishment and the length.
Who It Flatters
It is an ideal choice for most body shapes. It is a great style for the woman with a triangle shape, that is, a smaller bust and somewhat large hips. The one body shape that does not adapt as easily to the A-line is the inverted triangle – that is, a large bust and slim hips.
It is an ideal choice for most body shapes. It is a great style for the woman with a triangle shape, that is, a smaller bust and somewhat large hips. The one body shape that does not adapt as easily to the A-line is the inverted triangle – that is, a large bust and slim hips.
An a-line is meant to be fitted around the bust and waist and then flow out starting at the natural waistline. A soft a-line will not have much volume in the skirt, while other a-lines might have a few layers of crinoline giving more volume and “poof”.
However, many would say that the “hourglass” shape is the ideal body type. This shape is typically characterized by a small waist, wider hips, and a fuller bust.
One of the best skirt styles for pearshaped bodies is the A-line skirt. This classic silhouette gently skims over your hips and thighs, creating a balanced and flattering look. Look for A-line skirts that sit at your natural waistline and flare out towards the hem.
A-line dresses are a classic choice that suits almost everyone. The design gently flares out from the waist, creating a beautiful, balanced silhouette. This style doesn't cling to the tummy, offering a smooth and flattering look.
A-line dresses are a great option for plus size women. With a stunning silhouette, the beloved A-line dress is fitted at the chest and torso before flaring out from the waist in a triangular or “A” shape.
A-lines can miraculously both flatter curves and create them. They work wonders to accentuate a small waist, or form the illusion of one. Drawing in at your centre, they can balance your top and bottom to form an hourglass figure – whether you naturally have one or not! If in doubt, this is always a fail-safe choice.
Research shows that a waist–hip ratio (WHR) for a female very strongly correlates to the perception of attractiveness. Women with a 0.7 WHR (waist circumference that is 70% of the hip circumference) are rated more attractive by men in various cultures.
A low waist- to-hip ratio (a thin waist but wider hips - a curvaceous body) demonstrates fertility with optimal fat distribution, and has been shown to be highly attractive to men [8].
Research indicates that men have a marked preference for women who have the hourglass figure. These studies found that this shape was even more highly preferred than breast size or facial features.
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