Skirts & Dresses

Fit-and-flare dress

A fit-and-flare dress is fitted through the bodice and waist, then flares out into a fuller skirt below. The contrast between the snug top and the swinging skirt defines the waist and skims the hips, creating a universally flattering, feminine hourglass line popular for everyday, work, and occasion wear.

The flare can be a gentle A-line or a full circle-skirt sweep, and the waist may sit at the natural waist or higher. The fitted bodice usually uses darts to shape the bust and waist.

It blends the cinched waist of an empire or natural-waist dress with the volume of an A-line or circle skirt, which is why it suits so many shapes.

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