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Column dresses can elongate the body and make you look taller, especially when the fabric has enough structure to hold its shape

In general, an updo or a side-swept hairstyle works the best with a dramatic back

PRO TIP: Its all about balance between your upper and lower body REACH FOR: Bootcut jeans, A-line skirts, boho blouses As with so many things in life, hourglass figure dressing is all about balance

Those with thicker laces might be easier to tie with a simple method rather than one that is more intricate

If youre not quite sure what accessories to wear, check out our guide to the best shoe colors to wear with any shade of a green dress for the best looks

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