Backless African print dresses
Backless African print dresses are perfect way to show a bit of flesh in the right place and makes your back the star of the show. These dresses can be worn for formal or informal events and anyone can rock them regardless of their age, size and shape. Backless dresses or tops are so popular in warmer months.
We love how she paired her ankara/kitenge/chitenge/African print backless mini dress which she paired with a beaded necklace and dangling earrings to finish her look.
Tips on how to pull off backless African print dresses
- When it comes to backless dresses choose the right fit. Make sure it’s not too big as you don’t want a gap at the back or too small as it won’t seat right.
- If the dress doesn’t have sewn in cups then you need to invest in a good under garment bra that will provide good support and won’t show in the open back design. Bras such as multi-way convertible bras, strapless clear back bras, stick on adhesive bras, stick on bra cups, breast patels/bra silicone pull ups, strapless and backless bodysuit. If you decide to wear a normal bra make sure you use low back bra converters, clear back bra or clear bra band that won’t show and compromise the dress design.
- Keep fashion tape handy to keep the straps in place or any gaps between between the dress and skin to avoid wardrobe malfunction. These skin safe double sided tapes will keep the dress directly to your skin and keep your modest intact but if you have sensitive skin you may need to do a patch skin test.
- When it comes to accessories stick to simple but elegant pieces such as dangling earrings, bracelets or go for necklaces like this beaded necklace that is designed to drape down over the back which makes them perfect for backless dresses.
- If you have long locks find a hairstyle that keep your hair up and doesn’t cover the back design, opt for a bun, braids or sweep your hair to the side and across the shoulder.
- Exfoliate and moisturise your back to make it ready to shine
Do let us know if you have any tips on how to rock a backless dress.
