A halter pattern adds just the right amount of panache to the look of a dress. It is the perfect formal dress pattern that brings out the feminine side in every woman. Whether you like the length of your dress to be short or long, the material of the dress and the right accessories can make your dress just right for an evening at the ball. If you are not comfortable baring your arms, you can always wear a bolero jacket, a shrug or carry a stole wrapped around your arms. To give the dress that extra zing, you can make the dress out of satin and use lace or net to create the halter knot. You could also opt for a dual toned dress in colors that complement each other.