This is a tip for online shopping!
KNOW YOUR MEASUREMENTS!
For example: While shopping at ModCloth.com they are kind enough to tell you what the measurements are for each clothing item!
However, they are a little tricky, they measure items when the items are laying down. Such as it will say that your waist is 12” when really its 24”. The best way to know this is measure a top that you like the fit of and see how wide it is.
LASTLY, while dress shopping online know how long you like your dresses. For me the dress has to be at least 35 inches long… Otherwise my butt will be hanging out.
:) Happy Shopping!