The best party dress for your body type

Create an hourglass figure with a nipped waist.

DKNY Jeans, XS-XL, 14W-28W, $129-$139, macys.com

Bottom-heavy? A swingy A-line is super flattering.

eShakti, sizes 0W-36W, $70, eshakti.com

A gorgeous neckline always works.

Dressbarn, sizes 4-16, 14-24 Plus, $70-80, dressbarn.com

Flaunt your derriere in a pencil dress, but keep the neck and length tame.

J.Crew , sizes 00-14, $225, jcrew.com

A t-shirt mini won't cling--but highlights legs.

Juicy Couture, sizes XS-XL, $328, juicycouture.com

So pretty if you love your shoulders.

Ann Taylor, sizes 00-18, 00P-16P, $295, anntaylor.com

A keyhole brings the focus to the upper abs.

Topshop, sizes 2-12, $250, topshop.com

Bonus of a blousy style: a movable midsection.

H&M, sizes 2-12, $70, hm.com for stores

That black belt screams, my waist is here!

Express, sizes XS-L, $80, express.com

A big-time designer dress for the night? Yes, please. Our friends at Rent the Runway picks for you. This one hides a tummy.

Badgely Mischka, sizes 0-16, $125 to rent, renttherunway.com