Dresses have always been one of my favorite articles of clothing for warmer months–mainly due to my laziness–it’s so easy to just through on a dress and go…lol. But even in colder days, a dress is still a hot wardrobe option. And better yet, there are tons of options for every shape and size!

If you have a boyish shape, look for dresses with details like pleats and frills to give the appearance of curves.

If you have an hour glass shape, look for dresses that accentuate your waist.

If you’re petite look for no fuss options that come no longer than 2 inches below the knee to avoid looking like you’re playing dress up in your mommy’s closet. Heels are your BFF.

If you’re pear shaped, look for dresses that bring the attention to your small upper body while avoiding busy patterns or loud colors that emphasis your bottom half.

If you’re plus size, know your body shape (you can be a plus-sized boyish frame or a plus-sized hour glass, etc.). But stay away from fabrics that are too loose and hang away from the body to avoid adding on visual pounds.

If you’re top heavy, go for dresses that have sleek bodices with open necklines (v-necks, sweetheart, u-necks) and that have some flare at the bottom which will visually balance your bottom half with your buxom top half.

If you want to disguise your arms, go for dresses that have flowy fabrics that drape around the arms. Short sleeves are very tricky to pull off with full arms because they often end right where the arm is fullest–instead either go sleeveless, 3/4 sleeve, or long-sleeve

Dresses shown above: Diane von Furstenberg Eliza satin dress; Diane von Furstenberg New Domina jersey dress; Marc Jacobs Belted wrap dress; Catherine Malandrino Embroidered knee length dress ; Stella McCartney Satin ruffle dress; Vera Wang Lavender Sleeveless jersey pleated dress; Adrianna Papell Lace Bodice Shutter Pleat Dress (Plus).