Long Evening Dresses and Ball Gowns for Every Shape

Strict dress codes accompany more formal occasions and make for the perfect time to go all out glam with long evening dresses chosen over short cocktail styles. There's just something about a long evening dress, there's nothing more show-stopping. LittleBlackDress.co.uk, the experts in evening and occasionwear, house over 80 dress brands along with their own designed LBD Collection, and is the ultimate online destination for dresses for all occasions, especially long evening dresses and ball gowns. The festive season is in sight and shortly our diaries will be flooded with invites. From fancy winter soirees and work Christmas parties to essential family gatherings and glamorous NYE celebrations; cover all style requirements and have your dream gown hanging in your wardrobe, ready and waiting. Contrary to what you may think, long evening dresses and ball gowns suit all shapes. Apple and pear shapes, who carry a little extra weight around the tummy and hip area, should opt for empire line – a cinched seam under the bust – styles that let the fabric flatteringly drape straight down whilst hourglass girls can work a plunging neckline like no other, the deep-v accentuating a tiny waist. Those with a boyish figure – small hips and bust – can get away with the more fashion-forward sleeveless column shaped dress, perfect for styles in bold metallic, bold prints or heavy embellishments. Petite girls need to steer away from drowning their frame with excess fabric; this will detract from the impact of the dress. Instead, have a good tailor on call to make any necessary hem tweaks. Those who are a little longer of leg also need to be careful; a long evening dress is meant to be long and should not sit higher than your ankle! Long evening dresses and ball gowns are on the whole, the most flattering of dresses. Shop the new season collection now online at LittleBlackDress.co.uk. Glamour has no limits.