I Asked a Stylist How to Pick the Best V-Neck Dress for Your Body — 3 Tricks for the Most Flattering Look
Picture it: you're shopping for a V-neck dress when you come across the cutest option. You order it, but — ugh — it doesn't look quite right when you try it on. It's a fashion dilemma I've faced more than once, so I went straight to the experts and asked a stylist what to look for in a V-neck dress.
Emily Sanchez has dressed plenty of stars for red carpets and events, from Sutton Foster to Ana Gasteyer. And a quick scroll through her Instagram shows this pro knows a thing or two about choosing a neckline that's flattering, not awkward. So, what should fashionistas look for when shopping for this somewhat tricky style? Read on for her best V-neck dress tips!
Consider the Depth
According to Sanchez, the first thing to consider is how low you want to go.
"A shallow V-neck can be chic and subtle while providing some coverage, whereas a plunge can be sexier and more daring," she told me. Want to play it safe? Choose something in the middle. "A classic V-neck will hit somewhere around mid-chest and is the most versatile option," said Sanchez.
UsNow's Pick: A smocked bodice dress with adjustable straps, letting you customize the fit — and the dip!
If You Want to Hide Your Arms, Look for Flutter Sleeves
"A V-neck is a great choice to pull focus to the center of your frame," said Sanchez.
If you’d like to draw attention away from arms, I would choose a lovely flutter sleeve or a billowing long sleeve in chiffon, which is always beautiful, and a dolman sleeve can look very chic in flowing fabric."
UsNow's Pick: This ruffle-sleeved V-neck dress, which disguises the arms and gives off boho vibes.
Don't Go Overboard With the Prints
"I would focus on solids and smaller to medium-size prints to keep the focus on the neckline," Sanchez advised. Her no-fail choice? "A solid dress in a luxe fabric — you can’t go wrong with that!"
UsNow's Pick: An everyday V-neck midi dress that features a classic floral print.
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