Say goodbye to the old frumpy frock, and say hello to today's new trendy fashions that will enhance your natural curves. You will need to follow some basic tips about your body shape type, and experiment with styles that accentuate you in all the right places. You just need to create a diversion that naturally draws the eyes to your most appealing assets.

Remember these basic rules while you are shopping: minimize, lengthen, shape and contour. Check for stores in your area that are specifically for plus-sized women. The internet is an excellent resource. You have to know what you are looking for. Every plus-size store is different and not all of them carry stylish, fashionable clothing. Shop carefully for styles that you like and that look good on you. Again, the internet is an excellent resource for your research. Get out there, shop and have fun!

A skill that will become increasingly useful to you is the ability to take attention from one area of your body and focus it on another. For example, choosing a high waistline over a straight sided dress will help to highlight an hourglass figure, where otherwise the lack of definition in the waist would add bulk to the mid-section. Bunchy fabrics and pleats should also be avoided for the same reason. All-over prints or large patterns may distract from the cut and line of the dress, and lead to a more "rounded" look. Rather select fabric that lies flat against your body, and look for styles that appear to lengthen your torso.

Make sure that your dress fits your particular body shape. A size 16 in one clothing store may be a size 18 in another shop. Be sure that you are not stuffing yourself into a smaller size, and this is true of your bra size as well. Don't squeeze your voluptuous curves into ill-fitting clothing, or wear a bra that leaves you sagging or spilling over. Wearing properly fitting undergarments can create a sleeker look, and helps to smooth out your full-figured curves. By all means, avoid tightly fitting fabrics or dresses that hug your body.

After selecting the frock that's just right for you, you need a bit of a confidence booster too. You can give cold wintertime skin a summery appearance with some suntan from a bottle. A well tanned appearance usually makes you look younger and more vital, and that will add to your attractiveness as you flaunt that new frock. Of course the right accessories improve even the very best dress, so they are a must. Look for a dash of color, a bit of shine, and the finest accessory of all: a bright smile.