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Short prom dresses in midi or mini lengths may need less or no alteration, making them practical choices

Empire This silhouette features a high waistline that sits just below the bust, with a flowing, loose-fitting skirt

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Pick a silhouette you already know works for your body

Think of the way the waist band on a pair of blue jeans fits tightly when you first put them on after washing, only to have it stretch out after a few minutes. But for cotton clothing that doesnt fit tightly (think: a T-shirt), you need to apply tension manually by pulling on the garment to unshrink it