How to Wear a Toga Dress

The toga dress is a fresh look for spring and summer that adds a touch of Mediterranean inspiration to your wardrobe. It's a super-feminine look inspired by Greek and Roman goddesses and can be worn in both a short or long style. The toga dress is suitable for almost all body types, but you do need to choose the right cut, accents, and accessories to really flatter your figure. Ready for a fresh new look? Here's how to wear a toga dress.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Your choice of toga dress
• Roman sandals
• Moisturizer and shimmer powder for bare shoulders

1. Choose a style that suits your body type. Soft and looser styles are perfect for women with a larger stomach, while the more fitted styles are ideal for creating a flattering silhouette. Choose something that doesn't have too much extra material that leaves you floating in the dress.

2. Pick a ruched style to flatter your bustline and neckline. Ruching pulls the material together for a very feminine, frock-style look. Make sure the ruching ends just below your bustline or above the waist.

3. Look for a cap-sleeved style to de-emphasize your arms. If you're trying to hide your upper arms, look for a cap-sleeve style with a v-neck for a unique take on the usual design.

4. Tighten any belts or bands around the waist. This will help you keep your feminine figure so you don't get lost in the floaty style of the toga dress. Some toga dresses are made with ribbon belts tied together on the outside, while others are designed with a belt or band right on the dress.

5. Slip on a pair of Roman sandals or high heeled platform sandals. Both styles are especially flattering for the toga dress, and are a great addition to your spring or summer wardrobe.

6. Apply a generous layer of moisturizer and shimmer powder to the shoulders and neckline for the finishing touch.

Tips & Warnings

• Toga dresses are great for daytime parties and get togethers during the spring and summer.
• Wear the dress with platform sandals if you want more height.
• Toga dresses are perfect for hiding a larger stomach since they drape loosely in front.
• Pick a ruched style to flatter the bustline.
• One shoulder toga dresses aren't suitable for all body types; make sure you experiment with different looks to find the right match.