The style of dress you need should be fitted around the bust and then a-line or an empire line style, they would be the most flattering....also avoid straps if your arms are bigger or not toned (just re-read its a graduation ceremony so perhaps strapless isn't an option :-) .
Have a look at Coast or (as suggested) Debut in Debenhams (for evening wear).
Choose a plain color and dress it up with a statement necklace, especially for photos patterns easily date and you'll look back thinking what was i thinking lol
<em>edited by Pomegranate on 17/10/2011</em>
Im curvy too but have to say i love my hips even when i was slender pre children i had really curvy hips, but yes shopping here is a major issue and it actually gets me down when i go shopping :(
Good luck, for formal wear i got a stunning evening type black gown from debenhams was about aed 600 i think but it really fitted lovely it was by debut,
Good luck. x
Hi Rosh-
I have a curvy figure too :)
And find shopping a general challenge..
However, I think I can help.
My email is [email protected]
I'd be more than happy to help you shop and make suggestions!
My graduation ceremony is coming up soon, and I was looking to buy a formal dress for the occasion. Anyone can suggest what kind of dress would look good for a pear-shaped figure?
Also, do you know where I can buy shapewear to cover my big hips?
HELP! :)
Thanks in advance!
<em>edited by rosh20 on 16/10/2011</em>