Let's face it, it is easier for a thin teenager to dress sexy. A cheap dress from chain store will do. One that uncovers legs and shoulders, and is fitted in hips and waist. Add some ruffling in the bosom and you're done.

Young mums, though, thanks to pregnancy, are picking up far more enticing shapes, may not feel like sticking in mini dresses, that show thighs and a bit fuller shoulders. After all we are also going for the New Year's Eve party! And we also want to look seductively, yet without the déshabillé.

My recommendation would be a quasi-pencil DOTS dress with transparent material covering arms.

Bottom is made of black material with delicate sheen. French seams mould the silhouette and the cut marks the waistline.

The top was made of the delicate chiffon - elegant neckline and 3/4 puff shoulders slenderise arms.

On a line of hips there are fitted pockets. The skirt is tapered. Back buttoned with additional side zip for easy on/off. Dress is made of polyester (95%) and spandex (5%).

Measurements of the size 10

• chest: 33.1"
• waist: 29.1"
• hips: 34.6"
• bottom circumference: 31.5"
• outside sleeve: 20.5"
• inside sleeve: 15"
• length: 37.8"
• zip: 10.2"

DOTS 42542 dress is available in 4 colours. It costs as little as £ 43.00.