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Frankly, lip liner could be its own trend right now as well since some are actually opting to use only lip liner in their makeup routines

I love the feel and fabric of this dress

The mini A-line balance I target Bodice length: long enough to anchor the waist, short enough to look young Skirt length: short, but not so short that it needs constant adjustment Flare angle: enough swing for A-line, not so wide that it flips The biggest pattern risks in mini A-line Too much hem sweep: skirt flips up, photos look costume Too little hem sweep: looks like a straight mini, not an A-line Waist too high: makes hips look wider and shortens torso Waist too low: makes legs look shorter and causes riding up Fit test moves I always require in sampling Sit down and stand up 3 times Walk fast 10 steps Climb 3 steps Raise arms and twist torso Do a small jump test for party minis Mini A-line measurement focus What fabrics work best for a mini A-line dress, and which ones create problems

Hidden within the edge, stiff fibers give support so the base holds form, never drooping nor twisting when walking

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