Fashion trend: Curves ahead

With the summer social calendar in full swing, it helps to have a few go-to gúnas for any impromptu parties or last minute getaways.

Left - DAY: Animal print smock dress, Simply Be, was €34;99; now €27.99

Centre- DAY-TO-EVENING: Vita Gottlieb tie-waist dress, Evans Design Collective, €105

Right - EVENING: Clements Ribero camoflage dress, Evans Design Collective, €8

Evans Design Collective (a collaboration with designers like Giles Deacon and Clements Ribero) covers all bases from black tie to garden party, while e-tail genie Simply Be makes everyday dressing a notice-me occasion.

STYLE NOTES

CLICK TO CART:

Evans Fitting Room ( www.evans.co.uk) is a new feature that helps take the guesswork out of online shopping. Simply choose your garment, input your measurements and see how it fits you - exactly. Genius!

FIGURE-FLATTERING:

Don’t hide your curves. Create a figure of eight shape with tie-waist detail or belts (which also give the illusion of longer legs) or design detail like darts, ruching and wrap-around styles. This season’s soft scuba material is also a boon for a sexy and smooth silhouette.

PRINT MATTER:

Playful patterns are the perfect way to add visual interest to any outfit. Feeling shy? Opt for print detail like panelling or accessories before venturing into bolder territory.