How to wear a strapless dress with confidence

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Without trusty straps, a dress can often lack support, and you don’t want to spend half your evening tugging up the neckline. To avoid awkward wardrobe malfunctions, look for something with a structured bodice. It should hold its hourglass shape even on the hanger – that’s how you know it’s designed with built-in support

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There’s no denying that a strapless gown puts a lot of skin on show, and it can feel a little exposing. So give yourself a secret boost of confidence with a seriously reliable antiperspirant deodorant. Dove Original Antiperspirant Deodorant Roll On offers 48-hour protection and contains ¼ moisturising cream for smooth, soft underarms you’ll want to show off

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Put the dress through its paces before you buy. In the changing room, stand naturally and see how it fits. Then try raising your arms in the air and bending over to check that everything stays in place. If it does, you can have total confidence that the dress won’t let you down on the night

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If you’re still concerned, try double-sided tape (known as body or fashion tape). Use it to secure the neckline exactly where you want it, so it stays firmly in place while you dance the night away

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If there’s one thing that ruins this glamorous look, it’s deodorant marks. Try using Dove Compressed Invisible Dry Antiperspirant Deodorant. It offers the same reliable protection, but it’s also proven to leave no white deodorant marks on 100 colours

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For a final confidence boost, give your arms, shoulders and neck a little TLC. Start with a gentle exfoliator in the shower, then apply a rich moisturiser to care for your skin and leave it looking and feeling soft. And don’t forget your underarms – a spray of Dove deodorant ensures you’re caring for the delicate skin there, too