Figure fixers - tips on dressing to suit your figure

Marie Claire, Dec, 2001

BLACK DRESSES TO SUIT YOUR SHAPE FOR UNDER $100

enhance bust

AVOID

tight, low necklines that reveal a small bust.

TRY

creating curves with a cowlneck that drapes loosely over bust.

Dress, Necessary Objects by Ady Gluck-Frankel, $58.

reduce hips

AVOID

body-hugging silhouettes that accentuate full hips.

TRY

full-skirted dresses with one bare shoulder to draw eyes up.

Dress, H&M, $29.

slim down

AVOID

fabrics that pull and cling to your shape.

TRY

a wrap-front shirtdress that skims and flatters curves.

Dress, COG, $79.99

hide thighs

AVOID

supper-short minis worn tight across legs.

TRY

a lengthier hem and halter cut to balance out lower body.

Dress, Esprit, $59.