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Trendlette - Shoulders

by Diane Davis (Subscribe to Diane Davis's posts)
Posted Sep 16th 2009 at 8:11AM  
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Make way for bolder shoulders, like this Dennis Basso dress. Photo: Kristian Dowling, Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz

The one-shoulder dress was already headed for the big-time for Fall 2009. Then Michelle Obama wore her white one-shoulder Jason Wu gown to the inaugural ball. Come Spring 2010, the shoulders will get even more attention.

Designers at Spring 2010 Fashion Week are showing not just one-shoulder dresses; but asymmetrical dresses; dresses with two different sets of shoulder straps and dresses with embellishment on the shoulders.

There will be no hiding. Our advice: Head to the gym now to start the overhead presses.

Generally, the one-shoulder look works best the way most sleeveless looks work, on those with toned arms. Women with any sized bustline can wear one-shoulders, but beware which kind look best on you. Busty girls, something structured, please. Those with flatter chests look great in drapey jersey.

Either way, the look is less worrisome than a strapless one. It's a trend we'll be glad to shoulder.

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Marsha, 9-16-2009, 4:41PM

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Marsha

OMG!!!!!!! NOT ONE OF THEM ARE SUITABLE TO BE WORN OUTSIDE. MY ANGERY GAY SON COULD DO A BETTER JOB THAN THIS SH**. AND THESE DESIGNERS GET PAY HOW MUCH???? TRASH, CRAP AND GARBAGE.

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elissa, 9-21-2009, 7:16AM

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This style is very special. I like it.

http://www.onlyew.com

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Jen, 9-24-2009, 7:16AM

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I love love love asymmetrical dresses! They are so in for homecoming and prom this year. Love the cute and affordable ones I found here: http://prommafia.com/2009/09/one-shoulder-asymmetrical-dress/

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