Cute dresses for every body!

Girls' Life, August-Sept, 2008

The secret to being best-dressed? The right fit. It can totally make your look--and your outlook. We're spillin' shopping secrets for fall's most major must-have!

Lia, 13

WANTS A DRESS THAT Adds some curves to her petite figure and makes her appear taller--Lia is barely over 5 feet!

SNAP UP Dresses with something goin' on up top ... and on the bottom. It's all about balance. An empire waist, plenty o' patterns and pretty pleats help add feminine shape.

PASS BY Anything that's too boxy or baggy. press, $68, Jack by BB Dakota. Top, $13, T.J. Maxx. $23, Adia Kibur.

MIXED-UP PRINTS

Look for eye-catching contrasting prints below the bust and right above the hem. $13 T.J. Maxx

TOP EMBROIDERY

Embroidery and sassy trim make this dress an instant fave.

CAP-SLEEVED FLORAL This floral frock with cute cap sleeves is great for girls that are small-busted. The lace at the neck adds extra volume--brilliantt

$154, 213 Industry

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Deanna, 15

WANTS A DRESS THAT Flatters her curvy hips and muscular thighs.

SNAP UP Dresses that are fitted at the waist, sweetheart tops and all kindsa A-lines.

PASS BY Shapeless shifts and tiered dresses with tons of ruffles.

Dress, $40, TJ. Maxx. Shoes, $155, Oh ... Deer! Earrings, $13, Claire's. Necklace, $58, Jenny Dayco.

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TINY FLORAL A V-neck flatters your bust while the A-line skims hips. $80, American Eagle

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BOLD COLOR Knife pleating and an intricate top in a bold, fun color make this dress a fabulous option. $25, Marshalls

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BIG PATTERN A structured top boosts the bust (and flatters your waist). The printed skirt breaks up hip width. $35, Marshalls

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Helen, 16

WANTS A DRESS THAT Shows off but still flatters her athletic figure.

SNAP UP Dresses that nip at the waist, V-neck tops and flared skirts.

PASS BY Too-busy patterns, maxis and tube dresses. Dress, $24, IDI by Matthew. Stirrups, $12, Capelli New York.

STRIPES We love how these diagonal stripes flatter curves! Perfect for fall, just add tights and boots. $42, Element

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WRAP A great wrap is a must for every athletic girl. Cuff sleeves are camp-cool and a sweet sash defines your waist. $20, Marshalls

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GATHERED AND SHORT It skims over your tummy and shows off toned legs. $20, Marshalls

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PHOTOGRAPHED BY CRISTINA TRAYFORS. STILL PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVID KRESSLER STYLED BY HEATHER WILLIAMS-B AND KATIE ABBONDANZA. HAIR BY NICOLAS MOLINA/T.H.E. ARTIST AGENCY. MAKEUP BY NGOZI OLANDU.