It is that time of the year, “watu wa Nairobi” we are getting ready to travel back home for the festive season. Of course when you are at shags, you still gotta look like a Nairobian- especially when the family gathering arrives with the ‘judgy‘ aunties who don’t know how to keep their opinions to themselves. It is yet another year to show up back home without a husband- lol (i have got you covered with the killer gowns to rock in and make people forget the wapi bwana question)
When it comes to finding a dress to wear, the options are endless. Certain outfits flatter certain body types, weather, and occasions, so it can be overwhelming to try and tackle the choices alone. Here is your guide to all dress types, for all your December occasions.
1. Off the Shoulder
These dresses showcase your shoulders, while maintaining a sleeve or ruffle on the bicep. The off-shoulder style is great for those who want to exhibit their shoulders and arms but don’t want the commitment of a strapless look.
2. Bodycon Dress
This dress is ideal for those with an hourglass figure, as it flatters the beautiful curves!
3.Mini Dress
Nowadays, mini dresses are far more mini and far less scandalous, and they’re a great way to capture attention and showcase your pins! This dress is ideal for anyone who wants to put emphasis on their legs and make the world stop and turn! If you’ve got it, flaunt it!
4. Wrap Dress
This style has a classic silhouette that is perfect for athletic body shapes, as it creates the illusion of an hourglass figure, even if you don’t have one naturally.
5. Halter Dress
This style of dress is most flattering for those who wish to show off their ample shoulders
6. High-Low Dress
It is the perfect style for anyone who wants to show off their sexy pins, and they’re best paired with high heels or platforms, so the back of the dress doesn’t drag on the floor.
7. Sheath Dress
This dress style is perfect for those who want to put their gorgeous curves in the spotlight, as it flatters those with an hourglass figure.
8. Peplum Dress
For those who love a playful style, a peplum dress is perfect. For a day to night look, you can swap flats for a pair of hot heels, adding height to your figure, making your legs look super long and your waist nipped in and tiny.
9. Sweater Dress
Keep it casual with a sweater dress! It is perfect for all body types as there are so many different silhouettes. You can pair it with thigh-high boots to keep your pins warm, or add a sneaker for a fresh casual look!
10. Pencil Dress
If you’re heading out somewhere and you’re trying to impress someone, the pencil dress is the one for you! This silhouette is great for a little black dress or a go-to for a date night. You can switch things up a bit by opting for a plunging neckline or keep it fresh and sexy with a turtleneck.
11. Shirt Dress
Keep it cool and casual with a shirt dress. This style comes in different lengths, and sometimes has a nipped in waist. The focal point of a shirt dress is the collar and button-down front. It’s super easy to dress up or down, grab some chunky ankle boots or sneakers and you’ll be ready for a night out or a night at the beach!
12. Ballgown
Be the belle of the ball with a ballgown! This style comes in many different forms, from a princess silhouette, with a prominent poufy skirt, all the way to the mermaid silhouette. A ball gown is a dress to wear when you’re ready to make a real entrance, and wow the whole room!
13. Mermaid Silhouette Dress
A style of a ballgown, the mermaid silhouette is the perfect dress for a black tie occasion. If you have an hourglass or pear-shaped figure, opt for the tight-fitting silhouette. For column-esque bodies, you can go for a profile that’s a bit looser on the waist and hips.
14. Cocktail Dress
As the name suggests, a cocktail dress is a choice for a schmaltzy party or drinks at the bar. A cocktail dress is a blend of formal and casual, it hits just at the knee and is perfect for cocktail dress code events. This is a versatile dress, with different necklines and silhouettes, so you can find the ideal dress to suit you.
15. Denim Dress
When you’re not in the mood to squeeze into your jeans, slip on a cute denim dress! This casual-cool style is effortless, chic, and suitable for many occasions.
16. Bardot Dress
Named after the blonde bombshell, Bridgette Bardot, this dress radiates decadence and sophistication. With an off-the-shoulder motif, these dresses are complete with a sleeve that sits just below the shoulders, giving you the impression that you’ve slipped the sleeves off just a little!
17. Bell-Sleeve Dress
A bell-sleeve dress identifies itself with the sleeve ending at the mid-forearm or wrist, with a flare flowing down towards your hands. These dresses come in different silhouettes, but the focal point is the sleeves.
18. Asymmetrical Dress
An asymmetrical dress is an excellent option for those who aren’t sure of the formality of an event or party. There are so many variations of asymmetrical dresses that flatter any body shape!
19. Bandage Dress
The dress got its name due to its ‘bandage’ construction, consisting of layers of knitted tape that hug the curves in all the right places.
20. Princess Silhouette Dress
The princess silhouette is what you’d typically see in a Disney film. The princess silhouette is a traditional and historic-inspired dress, for those who wish to be a princess for a day!