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THREE TIPS TO ROCK A BODYCON DRESS CONFIDENTLY…

Bodycon dressDon’t you love a good bodycon dress? I know I’m a sucker for them. A good bodycon dress can give one curves in the right places. While they scream sexy, they have a touch of classic sophistication to them that I love. This is a very old (over 5yrs) purchase from Boohoo. It’s stretchy, comfortable, the midi length is just right and the tie-dye fabric is nice. As you can see I went the minimalist route by keeping it simple with accessories, -just a hat and a bag.

Wearing anything bodycon isn’t for everybody because, lets be real not everyone is confident with their body. I know I used to be that girl. “My belly looks big, my hips are too wide, my bum looks flat (e.t.c)”, -that was me years ago. First of all, ladies!, you don’t owe anyone flat tummy, but just in case you’re just not comfortable or confident.

*  Tip 1 – Up that Size *

Whenever I’m buying a garment that I know its figure-hugging, I opt for a size or two sizes up. One of my pet peeves is when one can see your panty lines in your garment. It makes me cringe. Lol!! So to solve that problem, either wear a tong (not a fan), seamless underwears or go komando but with a shapewear on. With the size up, your problem zones on your body won’t be too revealing.

*  Tip 2 – Layer Up *

If you’re still not comfortable with tip one, then by all means layer up. A good kimono, sleek blazer or denim jacket are great options, depending on the style you are going for. Just have fun playing with it.

* Tip 3 – Heels Up *

Again, this isn’t everyone’s cup or tea and I understand. Having said that, heels have a way of elongating and making one look slender.

Its up to you now. Any tips? Are you keen on bodycon anything? *Find some bodycon dresses; HERE | HERE | HERE*

 

Thanks much for your visits and meaningful comments. Have a lovely weekend ahead.

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Much Love!

Missy May

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93 Comments

  1. Neti
    April 26, 2019 / 5:14 am

    Love this dress on You. Bodycon is big NO for my body but I still love to see them on others. Kudos Sis!

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    • Missy May
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      April 27, 2019 / 12:28 am

      Thank you beautiful sis! Its understanding!

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  2. Jessica
    April 26, 2019 / 6:34 am

    I’m not much of a bodycon wearer, but I love that you have the confidence to rock it! I think it’s definitely a confidence thing for most people, including me, but you’re 100% right that you don’t owe anyone a flat tummy, and you don’t have to have a perfect body to wear whatever the hell you want!

    littlehenrylee.net

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    • Missy May
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      April 27, 2019 / 12:32 am

      Thanks much Jessica! Appreciate the contribution.

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    • Missy May
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      April 27, 2019 / 12:27 am

      My pleasure and thanks much.

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    • Missy May
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      April 27, 2019 / 12:30 am

      Thanks much Kathrine. My pleasure! Good to hear that. Lol!

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    • Missy May
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      April 28, 2019 / 5:31 pm

      Thank you Jen and good to hear that.

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  9. Nancy
    April 28, 2019 / 6:08 am

    You’re killing it with the bodycon dress! I love that they’re great to show your curves, hehe. I like the tip about buying a size or two bigger. I have a hard time with tight bodycon dresses. Thanks for sharing these tips!

    Nancy ♥ exquisitely.me

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    • Missy May
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      April 28, 2019 / 5:34 pm

      Thanks much Nancy and good to hear. 🙂

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    • Missy May
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      April 28, 2019 / 5:32 pm

      Thanks much Mel and good to hear that.

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    • Missy May
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      April 29, 2019 / 10:22 pm

      Thank you Naya dear and good to hear that. 🙂

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    • Missy May
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      April 29, 2019 / 10:26 pm

      You have your reasons and I respect that Francesca.
      Thanks much!

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  13. Quinn
    April 29, 2019 / 11:46 am

    You are looking absolutely amazing! AMEN – we don’t owe anyone a flat tummy. The bodycon dress gives off such class and sophistication while being a little sexy. Love!

    xx http://www.qustomquinns.com/blog

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    • Missy May
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      April 29, 2019 / 10:24 pm

      Thanks so much Quinn. Good to hear that. 🙂

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  14. Rena
    April 29, 2019 / 1:59 pm

    Dear Missy May, you definitely rock the bodycon dress and you look fantastic in it! Thanks for sharing your fantastic tips!
    xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
    http://www.dressedwithsoul.com

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    • Missy May
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      April 29, 2019 / 10:21 pm

      Thanks much dear Rena 🙂

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    • Missy May
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      April 29, 2019 / 10:20 pm

      Thank you queen 🙂

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    • Missy May
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      April 29, 2019 / 10:19 pm

      Good to hear that Jennifer and thank you.

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  17. Lizzy
    April 29, 2019 / 3:35 pm

    You look so amazing in this bodycon dress, my beautiful Mavis! I’m telling you, all that gym time is really showing! I agree with all your tips too. 🙂 Hope you have a blessed week!

    http://lizzyslatest.com/

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    • Missy May
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      April 29, 2019 / 10:21 pm

      Ha!! Thanks much my dear friend. Likewise! 🙂

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    • Missy May
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      April 29, 2019 / 10:18 pm

      Yeyyy…!! Good to hear that and thank you.

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  19. Patrycja Dubert
    April 29, 2019 / 5:06 pm

    You look amazing in that dress, as it was sewed just for you ♥
    I will take your tips into account ♥

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    • Missy May
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      April 29, 2019 / 10:17 pm

      Ha!! Thanks much and good to hear that. 🙂

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  20. didier
    April 29, 2019 / 7:03 pm

    Damn mama you are looking great! Heels really do help to create an elongated figure thats perfect with a body con dress!

    -Didier
    http://www.didieryhc.com

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    • Missy May
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      April 29, 2019 / 10:17 pm

      Ha!! Thanks much Didier.

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  21. Panty Buns
    April 29, 2019 / 7:19 pm

    Your tips are great – I love them, although we have extremely different views about panty lines (I love both seeing and having them).
    The design of and print on the bodycon dress you were wearing in the photos above is very pretty, and you look absolutely FABULOUS rocking it!!!

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    • Missy May
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      April 29, 2019 / 10:29 pm

      Thanks much! Ha…I knew our views will be different and that is fine.
      Couldn’t agree more. I always appreciate your feedbacks. Thank you 🙂

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    • Missy May
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      April 29, 2019 / 10:16 pm

      Thanks much! My pleasure!

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    • Missy May
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      April 29, 2019 / 10:16 pm

      Couldn’t agree more Paula. Thanks much and have a blessed week.

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    • Missy May
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      April 30, 2019 / 10:13 pm

      Good to hear that Radi and thank you.

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    • Missy May
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      April 30, 2019 / 10:12 pm

      Thanks much Caroline dear.

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  27. Ivana Split
    April 30, 2019 / 2:12 pm

    Going a size up definitely makes a bodycon dress more comfy. Heels are great because they make us stand up straight and layering is another great tip.You look gorgeous in that dress Missy.

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    • Missy May
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      April 30, 2019 / 10:14 pm

      Thanks much Ivana and good to hear that you agree.

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  29. Ashley
    April 30, 2019 / 4:23 pm

    You look like a boss and I love your tips- sizing up and wearing heels are total keys to bodycon success!

    -Ashley
    Le Stylo Rouge

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    • Missy May
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      April 30, 2019 / 10:13 pm

      Thanks much sis and good to hear that.

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  32. Sonia De Macedo (@soniademacedo)
    May 1, 2019 / 10:10 am

    That is such a gorgeous dress. I definitely have moments where I don’t feel confident enough to rock one but I always size up anyway. It definitely makes a world of difference.

    Sxx
    daringcoco.com

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    • Missy May
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      May 1, 2019 / 6:07 pm

      Thanks much Sonia and good to hear that.

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  33. alimackin2013
    May 1, 2019 / 6:24 pm

    Oh this dress looks great on you fits like a glove and I like the interesting pattern and the colors. Your tips are spot on. I don’t have any body con dresses. I do have some body con skirts but then I wear them with billowy blouses. I kind of feel I am too thin for them. But maybe I will try them one day.

    Allie of
    http://www.allienyc.com

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    • Missy May
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      May 1, 2019 / 7:05 pm

      Thanks much Allie and good to hear that. 🙂

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  35. Lorna
    May 2, 2019 / 1:21 pm

    I love the layer up idea and heels, heels always change the way it looks! You look amazing in this one!

    Raindrops of Sapphire

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    • Missy May
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      May 2, 2019 / 9:39 pm

      Thanks much Lorna and good to hear that.

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  38. Fashionably Idu
    May 2, 2019 / 8:53 pm

    Number 3 is such a fun shot!!! I love it. VPL is one of my pet peeves too. What a lovely dress, sizing up is always a good idea with this style.

    https://www.fashionablyidu.com/

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    • Missy May
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      May 2, 2019 / 9:38 pm

      Thank you sis and good to hear that.

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  39. karasclosetblog
    May 4, 2019 / 1:29 am

    That dress looks great on you and I love the design of it! Bodycon dresses have always been something I haven’t been really comfortable wearing, but I like your tip of layering a jacket over it. And sizing up is a smart idea too!

    x Kara | http://karascloset.net

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    • Missy May
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      May 5, 2019 / 8:29 pm

      Thanks much Kara! I understand and I can relate too. Good to hear that. 🙂

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  40. busyandfab
    May 4, 2019 / 4:13 pm

    Yes to bodycon dresses, this dress of yours is fab I like the print. The tips are noteworthy too, the heels can really add confidence.

    http://www.busyandfab.com

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    • Missy May
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      May 5, 2019 / 8:25 pm

      Thanks much and good to hear that. 🙂

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    • Missy May
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      May 5, 2019 / 8:25 pm

      Good to hear that Martyna. Thank you!

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    • Missy May
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      May 5, 2019 / 8:23 pm

      I can so relate to you Sam. That was me before I took a chance on it. Good to hear that. Thanks for the contribution. 🙂

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  46. Shugunna Alexander
    May 8, 2019 / 8:58 pm

    That dress is banging!! I try to do bodycon dresses BUT never found one that I like, not giving up and will use your tips!! Thanks

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    • Missy May
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      May 8, 2019 / 9:23 pm

      Thanks much and good to hear that the tips will come in handy. I know you’ll find one soon.

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  48. Sarah Alfred
    May 21, 2019 / 8:06 am

    The dress really suits you and the cap over it making you look super cool. I will recommend you to wear super hero’s leather jacket and upload some pictures. Leather jackets for womens surely going to make you look adorable.

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    • Missy May
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      May 21, 2019 / 3:13 pm

      Thanks much Sarah and noted on the tip.

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