The bodice of a fit and flare dress is designed to be fitted, typically accentuating the waist and providing a tailored look. It may have darts, seams, or princess seams to create a contoured shape and enhance the feminine curves. The waistline of a fit and flare dress is usually defined, sitting at the natural waist or slightly above it. This emphasizes the smallest part of the waist and creates an hourglass figure.