<p>With backless dresses and gowns back in vogue now, many are making a bold style statement these days. <br /><br />Bareback, sheer back and low-back — the options being explored by fashionistas are numerous. <br /><br />Backless dresses have a flattering fit, making them a popular choice among the younger lot. “This trend, which was commonly seen in movies in the 70s and 80s, is now being flaunted with stoles and other add-ons in style,” says Pavi Poovappa, a model. She adds that backless dresses are a classy comeback. “They make the wearer look sensual,” says Pavi. </p>.<p align="justify">Actor Mansa Manohar loves wearing bright dresses and gowns in backless cuts as they make one look trendy. “Showing too much cleavage is still considered a taboo, but backless dresses are accepted now,” she says. To carry off these dresses, one has to be comfortable in their own skin. “For people who are pear-shaped, these dresses work <br /><br />really well. Colours from reds to indigos to all bright block colours look great for the season,” she details. <br /><br />These dresses are a subtle yet fashionable way to deal with the summer heat too. Harshitha Karumbaiah, a model, says that it’s a hot trend this season. “While some like to go bare with this cut, others make a statement with interesting tattoos. Neckpieces are avoided when wearing backless dresses and it’s matched with chandelier earrings or intricate brooches,” she says. <br /><br />Starting with the SS 17 fashion weeks, celebrities have been sporting backless dresses for most red carpet events. “I personally prefer the backless dress compared to a cleavage-revealing neckline as it is more versatile. Backless dresses can also be seen in slashed, strapped or cut-out versions,” says <br /><br />The trend came out in the 1930s as a way to show off skin tan in the West. “I love the outfits that Bella Hadid and Blake Lively wore for the Met Gala this year. A low scoop back and a diagonal chest cut-out are the two trending styles this season,” she adds.<br /><br />Stylist and fashion designer Shiny Alexander feels that these dresses suit people who are well-structured. “These dresses are more about making a statement than just being trendy,” she adds.<br /><br />If it is a gown, the cut is deeper and upto the backbone, but if it’s a short dress, the cut stops at the waistline. “For people who are conservative yet want to flaunt a bit, the sheer back works best with embellishments and detailing on the back. The bareback also includes halter neck tops or outfits. For daywear, one could opt for a floral dress and for the evening, one could go for cocktail dresses in jewel tones like ruby red, emerald green and navy blue,” she details. </p>
<p>With backless dresses and gowns back in vogue now, many are making a bold style statement these days. <br /><br />Bareback, sheer back and low-back — the options being explored by fashionistas are numerous. <br /><br />Backless dresses have a flattering fit, making them a popular choice among the younger lot. “This trend, which was commonly seen in movies in the 70s and 80s, is now being flaunted with stoles and other add-ons in style,” says Pavi Poovappa, a model. She adds that backless dresses are a classy comeback. “They make the wearer look sensual,” says Pavi. </p>.<p align="justify">Actor Mansa Manohar loves wearing bright dresses and gowns in backless cuts as they make one look trendy. “Showing too much cleavage is still considered a taboo, but backless dresses are accepted now,” she says. To carry off these dresses, one has to be comfortable in their own skin. “For people who are pear-shaped, these dresses work <br /><br />really well. Colours from reds to indigos to all bright block colours look great for the season,” she details. <br /><br />These dresses are a subtle yet fashionable way to deal with the summer heat too. Harshitha Karumbaiah, a model, says that it’s a hot trend this season. “While some like to go bare with this cut, others make a statement with interesting tattoos. Neckpieces are avoided when wearing backless dresses and it’s matched with chandelier earrings or intricate brooches,” she says. <br /><br />Starting with the SS 17 fashion weeks, celebrities have been sporting backless dresses for most red carpet events. “I personally prefer the backless dress compared to a cleavage-revealing neckline as it is more versatile. Backless dresses can also be seen in slashed, strapped or cut-out versions,” says <br /><br />The trend came out in the 1930s as a way to show off skin tan in the West. “I love the outfits that Bella Hadid and Blake Lively wore for the Met Gala this year. A low scoop back and a diagonal chest cut-out are the two trending styles this season,” she adds.<br /><br />Stylist and fashion designer Shiny Alexander feels that these dresses suit people who are well-structured. “These dresses are more about making a statement than just being trendy,” she adds.<br /><br />If it is a gown, the cut is deeper and upto the backbone, but if it’s a short dress, the cut stops at the waistline. “For people who are conservative yet want to flaunt a bit, the sheer back works best with embellishments and detailing on the back. The bareback also includes halter neck tops or outfits. For daywear, one could opt for a floral dress and for the evening, one could go for cocktail dresses in jewel tones like ruby red, emerald green and navy blue,” she details. </p>
