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Empire waist A-line dresses, where the seam sits just below the bustline rather than at the natural waist, suit the apple body shape directly

They tend to have a subtle heel and almond toe shape, hitting just below the ankle for versatility

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Fun flutter sleeves and a ruffle hem that floats on the dance floor are complemented by a chic open back

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This skin-baring style from ASOS is one of our favorite beach dresses because it's made from a breathable ribbed jersey material that'll hold up well under direct sunlight