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There is an ideal neckline for each bust size© Anthropologie

The best dresses to wear for Spring according to your bust size

Choose the necklines that best suit your figure


MARCH 11, 2020 4:59 PM EDT

If there's one thing we love about fashion, it's the flexibility. There are some amazing, lovingly designed pieces made to satisfy the most demanding tastes –and bodies. And we all know what we're talking about. When it comes to trendy dresses, the neckline plays a fundamental role.

Getting this wrong is what's going to make an otherwise flattering piece, well, not. But don't panic! We've chosen a selection of some wonderful designs in a range of prices that are perfect for ladies with smaller breasts, and some for girls with medium and also larger breasts. Ready to fill your closet with springtime magic?

Different necklines according to bust type© Zara

Asymmetry

This midi dress with an asymmetrical neckline from Zara ($70) is perfect for smaller-chested women, because it focuses the attention on the shoulders. As well as being one of the most popular necklines at the moment, it's also one of the hottest trends that will add an air of sophistication to your look.

Strapless floral dress© Different necklines according to bust type Revolve Clothing

Strapless

Refreshing floral prints and asymmetry are in, and if you pair them with a strapless neckline you'll have yourself the perfect look for smaller breasts. This is a truly feminine design that widens the shoulders and slims the neck. This design is the Time Dress from Elliat ($279).

Different necklines according to bust type Floral dresses© Forever 21

Sweetheart neckline

The puff sleeves and floral print of this Forever 21 dress ($29) make it a very fashionable design. What's more, the sweetheart neckline makes it perfect for size S busts. The circle design gives the illusion of a fuller bust as well as a narrower waist and shoulders.

Floral dress with a U neckline© Different necklines according to bust type Asos

The \'U\'

If you're not very busty, this neckline is a wardrobe essential. This style is extremely flattering because, for the most part, it shows just enough of the chest to give the illusion of larger breasts. If you add a vintage '90s style you'll, get one of this season's trends right. Give this design from Asos ($28) a go.

Short animal print dress with a V-neckline© Different necklines according to bust type Bershka

The ‘V’

If you have an XL bust this design is for you! V-necklines visibly reduce breast size because they widen the shoulders and slim the neck providing the V is subtle like in this animal print design from Bershka ($24).

Different necklines according to bust type© H&M

Surplice

This gorgeous surplice dress with raglan sleeves is extremely comfortable and screams fashion. It may as well feature a neon sign that says "buy me," especially for women with larger breasts.

The other piece of good news is that medium- and larger-breasted women lengthens and slims the figure. The wrap fit is great for detracting the gaze from the chest. This design is from H&M ($60).

V-neck dress in pale pink© Different necklines according to bust type Anthropologie

Princess cut

This design from Current Air ($148), while best for women with a medium bust, is also very flattering on a larger bust because the V-neck with seam below the bust has a slimming effect.

Short dress with ruffles and a round neckline© different necklines according to bust type Zara

Round neckline

This dress from Zara ($50) with balloon sleeves, pleats and ruffles is super trendy. What's more, it's ideal if you have large breasts because it will help them look smaller, but careful! If you have a shorter or wider neck, this closed neckline will accentuate those features.

Short lace dress with a halter neck in a pinkish tone© Different necklines according to bust type Revolve Clothing

The halter

Warning! If you have medium-sized breasts, the halter neck was made for you! It has the unique ability to add curves and balance physical traits, slimming both the neck and shoulders. This beautiful design is from Lovers + Friends ($180).

Pink dress with a lace skirt and square neckline© Different necklines according to bust type Anthropologie

Square

This mini dress from Maeve ($228) with a square neckline is perfect for all bust sizes, because the rectangular cut is flattering both on figures with wider hips and with small waists, attracting attention to the bust, whatever the size!

Different necklines according to bust type long dress© Anthropologie

Crew neckline

Like the halter, V-neck or surplice, this cut is perfect for women with small- to medium-sized breasts. This midi dress that combines tie-dye details is seriously in, trust us. This design from Kachel is available for $178.

If you follow this guide, you'll have no trouble choosing your next in-style dress. Happy shopping!