This area of discussion is primarily for those women who are athletic and tones, but may not be especially
endowed in the chest and may not want to wear short skirts or show a lot of leg. For these women, high-necked 'jewel collars' and sleeveless tops
with band necklines are good choices as they show off well-toned arms and draw attention to the neck. Halter-style blouses and dresses with
solid fronts and band necklines are excellent for the fact that they show off the back as well as the toned arms and neck.
By pairing blouses and necklines of these styles with simple A-line or tailored skirting, or flare-legged
slacks in matching colors, you create the continuity that keeps the focus on your neck, back and arms.
Overall Figures:
Perhaps your best feature is your shape as a whole. You may not have spectacular décolletage or especially
shapely legs. Perhaps you have flaws that you would rather not expose by wearing something that displays certain parts of your body, or you are
very slim and feel uncomfortable about it. You may even simply be uncomfortable in revealing clothing in general. Regardless of the reason, you
can still create a very alluring look.
A long-sleeved dress with a bateau, portrait or Sabrina neckline, princess waist, and a long A-line skirt
offers a sexy, feminine silhouette and allows the viewer to appreciate the sleek and slender figure without revealing everything. Women who are
interested in accentuating the curves of the lower body should opt for a tailored skirt on the dress, possibly with a flaring below the knees.
This allows the dress to follow the curves of the body creating a long and sexy silhouette.
Suiting "Sexy" to the Occasion:
One of the more common problems women have with dressing in a sexy manner is in knowing what is appropriate
for a particular occasion. Obviously, if you're dressing to go out for a night of dancing in a night club, you can dress far more seductively
than if you are attending a more formal function. This is the situation for which you can relax the "Less is NOT More" rule, but only somewhat,
and only under certain conditions. Specifically, if you have a good figure and shapely features you can get away with low-cut tops and short or
split skirts, or perhaps a backless halter blouse or dress with a long skirt and a slit up the side.
However, if you are planning to attend more formal gatherings, such as cocktail or dinner parties, you want
to be sure to focus on 'seductive' as opposed to overt sexuality. If your aim is to accentuate your décolletage or your arms and back, consider
pairing a low-cut camisole or corseted top with a sheer blouse in a matching color. If the idea is to show off your legs, try a knee-length skirt
with a kick-panel or slit in the back (as opposed to the side).
For truly formal occasions, such as black-tie affairs, simply remember the rules as you choose your outfit.
The idea of seductive as opposed to sexuality also applies. Simply focus on dresses with the elements you need (as opposed to separates) and add
a bit of glitz and you'll be ready to be the belle of the ball.
You should even be aware of the guidelines we've given when dressing for casual settings. A halter-style
blouse with a shirt-front placket and collar, paired with a well-fitted pair of jeans is perfect for showing off the arms, neck and back. A
low-cut tee, paired with a broadcloth shirt and jeans or casual pant is perfect for displaying a pleasant décolletage. And showcasing the legs is
simply a matter of choosing the appropriate casual skirt (perhaps denim or khaki) or short pants.
If you are among the majority of women who have the less than perfect figure, you are best served by sticking
to the more conservative guidelines for dressing sexy. It may not seem fair, but the goal in saying this is to make sure you look your best. I
would like to offer the following as a cautionary tale:
