4 Rules for Rocking a Bandage Dress (Like Beyonce)
Anyone can wear a black dress ... but it takes a lot of confidence to rock a curve-hugging bandage dress in hot pink, like Beyonce did for SELF's September cover.
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However, you too can achieve Beyonce's sweet-yet-sexy look (for a fraction of the price). Here are our 4 simple rules for making it work:
1. Step One: Get in 'Shape'
We're not all blessed with B's great genes ... and it can be hard to make it to the gym every day. That's where shapewear comes in. Our fave? Spanx will help you pull off even the skimpiest bandage dress.
2. Step Two: Pick the dress
Bandage dresses come in many styles: tank, halter, one-shoulder, short-sleeve, long-sleeve, cutouts, no cutouts, etc. Pick the style that works for you. And if you're brave, try a berry shade like Beyonce did.
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3. Step Three: Neutralize
The key to wearing a standout color is to balance it out with chic extras. You can't go wrong with neutrals ... try a sexy, strappy heel in cream or beige, or even gold.
4. The final step: Personalize with jewels
Don't wear jewels that are too flashy or embellished -- you want all eyes on your body. Stick to more personal, earthy pieces in neutral tones that complement the color of your dress. (Insider secret: The necklace Beyonce wears on the SELF cover is her own personal necklace ... it's a turquoise cross!)
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