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As much as we love our curves, sometimes we don’t want them to be the center of attention. However, there is a way to dress to hide your figure – without just throwing on a muumuu and calling it a day. Amazon, for example, sells tons of slim-fit dresses and makes muffin tops that are almost non-existent.
We considered styles that have smart ruching, waist ties and other details that hide the midsection. Of course, we also prioritized those that had a relaxed, not sloppy, fit, so that you feel comfortable all day long. Whether you need an everyday dress, something for the office or a special occasion this fall, you’ll find one that complements your silhouette, ahead.
21 curve-hugging dresses to hide a muffin top
1. What we love: For less than $60, you can get a midi sweater dress with pleating on the bottom half and a stunning waist tie to flatter the midsection.
2. Flattering Fold: This long-sleeved T-shirt dress adjusts with the elastic drawstring that allows you to loosen and tighten it as you like.
3. Terrible Lines: Available in short and long sleeves, this knee-length striped design is versatile enough to wear throughout the season.
4. Perfectly pleated: Don’t let the more form-fitting silhouette scare you – this long sweater dress has smart pleats that hide a muffin top.
5. Basic Midi: When in doubt, a relaxed long-sleeve midi offers comfort and flexibility when you want to keep things simple.
6. Sweet Sweatshirt: This dress is like a sweatshirt with a fashionable flare at the bottom, so it looks taller even if the material is casual.
7. A+ Online: The bodice is more fitted, but the cinch and A-line silhouette make the flowy Zeagoo dress a comfortable winner.
8. Versatile Vest: This knit knit dress was designed to be more relaxed so you can layer over a fitted top or button-down for a fall-ready look.
9. Texture Trim: The vertical textural pattern on this A-line selection with long slides works to elongate the body, making the garment even flatter.
10. Darling Dots: Don’t be afraid of patterns! People will focus on the fun colors of this long sleeve dress, which also features ruffled cuffs and an elasticated waist.
11. Fancy Flare: While it’s very simple, the smartly placed seams on this long, flared dress will make your body look even more amazing than it already is.
12. Real Rushing: Perfect for a cocktail party, this high-low midi style has ruching pulled to one side of the waist, drawing attention away from your midsection.
13. Updated Basic: PrettyGarden’s flowing, long dress features vertical pleating on the body, which works to draw the eye and elongate the body.
14. Find an affordable price: Although it’s casual, this layered midi dress offers a little more structure with its cinched-in waist that flares out over the stomach area.
15. Buttoned Beauty: This long sleeve dress has buttons all over the front, giving it a casual look that you can wear every day.
16. Third link: You’re ready for a day of shopping with friends, or (unfortunately) a day at the office, with this midi wrap dress that has a flattering waist tie on the side.
17. Gorgeous Flowers: Ferlema’s floral midi dress looks more expensive than its $20 price tag, and the thick band makes way for a slightly flared silhouette.
18. Valuable verticals: This gorgeous sweater dress slims your hips in all the right ways, thanks to the cinched-in waist, the tie and the vertical stripes on the skirt.
19. Radiant Wrap: You can’t go wrong with a classic wrap dress, like this number from Amazon Essentials, which has a stunning tie on one side to create complete ruching.
20. Major link: The large front tie on this long sleeve mini dress can be as loose or as tight as you like, but the flattering dress will feel confident no matter what.
21. Vivid Velvet: Is a wedding coming? Try a velvet maxi dress with a thick band, medium V neck and wow-worthy slit.
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Sorry, shapewear – maybe you’re having an off day. A-line dresses are one of our favorite little style secrets, thanks to their subtle ruching that creates definition without needing anything tight or restrictive underneath. The best part is that they look just as chic as they are flattering, so no one needs to know you […]