Whether you're refreshing your wardrobe or shopping for a special occasion, finding the best fit will ensure you look polished, confident and stylish. Choosing the correct fit not only flatters your natural silhouette, it leevates your entire look. Here are some essential guidelines on how to select clothing that fits perfectly, to make you look and feel your best.
The Timeless Power of the Little Black Dress
"A little black dress is something to rely on. To fill you with confidence and ease. To have an attitude that is pure and effortless, yet sexy and classy" - Stella McCartney.
From the silk jersey dresses by Coco Chanel in the 1920's, to Audrey Hepburn dressed by Givenchy in the 1961 classic Breakfast at Tiffany's and Princess Diana's 'revenge dress' in 1994, the little black dress has been an icon for a century.
Every woman needs a beautiful black dress in her wardrobe. Endlessly flattering, supremely versatile, it projects an air of confidence, elegance and sophistication that no other piece can quite match.
Chosen wisely, it is the investment piece that is wearable for years to come and can be worn for a wide variety of events, depending on your chosen accessories.
Discover our range of elegant and versatile black dresses that will showcase your confidence and sophistication in the most alluring way.
LANGUID MAXI DRESS
Luxuriously elegant for a black tie event, this dress is incredibly comfortable and easy to wear, while it can also be worn with a simple pair of metallic slides for relaxed holiday glamour.
FADE INTO YOU MIDI DRESS
From cocktails to dinner and beyond, this one shoulder style with a curve-enhancing draped skirt is as elegant as it is timeless. A statement clutch and sharp heels are the only extras you will need to look polished and refined.
LOVE IN THE DARK MIDI DRESS
One of our most in-demand dresses. The asymmetric shoulder line with soft draping on the bodice creates a mood of ease and opulence, while the flattering A-line silhouette offers beautiful movement that highlights the luxurious satin fabric.
REVIVAL MIDI DRESS
An off the shoulder silhouette offers timeless appeal and enhances your shape; this dress works for dinners, cocktail parties and weddings.
KINDRED MIDI DRESS
Head turning sophistication in an incredibly flattering silhouette, with a neckline that needs no added embellishment to make a confident and sexy statement.
understand your body shape
Before you can select clothes that fit well, it's crucial to understand your body shape. You may have heard of body shapes such as hourglass, apple, pear or rectangular - all of these have different characteristics that can impact how flattering a particular garment will be.
It's about optical illusions - understanding where to draw the eye and what areas you want to avoid highlighting.
HOURGLASS
With hips and shoulders similar sizes, and a smaller mid-section, look for clothing that draws attention to your narrowest part - your waist - to highlight your natural curves.
PEAR
If you have hips that are wider than your shoulders, choose pieces that direct attention to your narrower upper body which fit snugly around your waist to give you a more balanced silhouette.
APPLE
For those that have a thicker torso with relatively narrow hips, thighs and shoulders, opt for clothing that skims the mid-section and draws eyes to your shoulders, decolletage or legs.
RECTANGLE
If you find little difference in yuour waist, hip and bust measurements, styles that visually create curves through details such as defined waistbands, ruching or tucks are your go-to styles.
measure yourself accurately
Accurate measurments are the foundation of a great fit. Measure your bust, waist and hips with a flexible tape measure, and compare it to the size chart provided. Don't forget that the size chart details body measurements, not garment dimensions. If you find you are in between sizes, select the size that gives you more room at the waist and hips for a more fitted item, or at the bust for more relaxed styles. A garment that is too tight will make you look bigger than you actually are.
use a fit tool
Mossman has paired with Wair, a fit recommendation platform that uses AI along with the world's largest database of body scans, product specifications, fit preferences and customer reviews to calculate your individual size recommendation for every product.
Simply click on the Size Calculator link on every product page, answer a few easy questions and Wair will formulate the size most likley to give you the perfect fit.
focus on quality over quantity
Invest in fewer, higher quality pieces that fit well and feel great, rather than a larger quantity of poorly fitting, uncomfortable clothes.
Quality garments tend to be designed with better proportions and more premium fabrics that maintain their shape and durability over time.
Mossman's products are made with careful attention to detail. High quality fabrics, fastenings and linings ensure a smooth and seamless finish and result in garments you love to wear over and over.
