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Occasion: Evening, Red Carpet, Formal, Black Tie Event, Prom, Galas

If you have a larger bust, personal stylist Charline Zeroual says that "in order to maintain the balance between your top half and your bottom half, try to bring a little bit of flow on the lower body." She goes on to say, "But I think the key is always to accentuate the waist." Best dresses for large busts, worn by editors Old Navy Fit & Flare Rib-Knit Maxi Dress Good stretch Generous size range Cleavage-forward Available styles: 5 | Available sizes: XS-4X If youre looking for something functional yet dressy, this design is a must-have and beyond comfortable according to senior editor Jess Bender

Controversially, it did away with a restrictive, fitted waistline and featured a shorter hemline a precursor to the Sixties mini dress

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