It’s an off-the-shoulder affair

Wedding/Festivities season is gradually coming to a close but one fashion item that has been hot all season and all year, indeed, has been the off-shoulder design that has graced a lot of occasions.

Described as sport-wear inspired, the off-shoulder Ankara dress/top can be very classy and glamorous. They can do wonders to your body especially if you like to experiment with them using different fabrics. So instead of going for a V-neck or a round neck, you can opt for an off-shoulder dress style. This piece is a wonderful way to display a flattering amount of skin while remaining modest and stylish at the same time. This attractive and classic style is a wonderful addition to any closet. Off-shoulder pieces are not only classically stylish, but also sexy in an understated way. The right off-shoulder dress should accentuate beautiful shoulders while still maintaining an air of mystery and intrigue.

An interesting fact is that off-shoulders tops are versatile pieces. It can be sewn together with the sleeves or detached, you can transform your off-shoulder tops to a buttoned off-shoulder top and can be rocked any way you want them. From casual wears to party wears, start your weekend with an off-shoulder piece.

If you have a muscular and/or broad shoulder and you don’t feel very comfortable exposing your shoulders totally, you can go for a one-shoulder instead.
When dressed in an off-shoulder or one-shoulder, keep accessories to the barest minimum and remember your dress is already a nice accessory. Keep it simple: nice earrings, beautiful shoes and a clutch or purse will do the trick.

Finding the perfect off-shoulder style may be tricky, so we have put together some pictures to ease your search and give you some inspiration as well as ideas.