With the sex in the city girls wearing a uniform of maxi dresses whilst on holiday in Mexico in their newly released film, I have become even more obsessed with this seasons must have dress. There are so many different options in the shops from formal and dressy to floral and boho. But the Maxi dress can be a bit tricky to wear. Here is my guide to finding the right maxi dress for your shape.

Petites - Avoid Gypsy skirts as the volume of these will only make you look shorter and wider instead opt for more fitted styles and chunky wedge heels to complete the look. Also opt for block colours and small prints to keep the look in proportion.

Tall - You will look great in almost any style of maxi dress.Pear Shaped - The maxi dress is great for disguising a large lower half. Keep the top fitted to keep the whole look proportioned and look for tops with detail to draw the eye upwards.Apple Shape - A line maxi dresses will look great on you. The material will skim over your stomach without adding too much volume.Bigger Bust - Maxi dresses can be a bit tricky for those with a bigger bust. Avoid spaghetti straps. A halterneck top will be the most flattering make sure it is a really good fit.Larger ladies - Maxi dresses are a flattering and feminine style for larger ladies go for bold and bright large scale prints for a great effect.