My shape has always been the same.
Bigger and smaller, but basically the same.
Each morning we wake up and decide what to wear and hopefully a quick decision and one that feels good. Knowing our individual body shape makes the job of dressing that much easier.
Sometimes I forget that I am not a tall willowy creature with legs to rival Naomi Campbell, but rather a medium build with a tendency to the pear shape. Like many fashion decisions; shape determines what styles we wear and how we adopt them. We can work the styles, it is simply a question of know how.
Which Shape?
I can: * Wear round and V-necks; also statement, bell-sleeves to emphasise shoulders.
Your waist is wider than your bust and your hips are fuller in comparison to your narrow shoulders. ✔ that’s me.
* Fitted and structured dresses or fuller skirts to draw attention to a smaller waist.
* A mid-length hemline to elongate.
You can:
You have a well-defined waistline with a fuller bust, hips and thighs.
*Highlight your neckline and draw attention to your waist.
*Wear wrap or fitting dresses and tops.
*Avoid loose-fitting items that make your shape look too boxy. Belt it up to cinch your waist.
She can: *Try relaxed and floaty pieces.
Your body is well proportioned, with shoulders that are broader than your hips.
*Wear looser styles on top and slim pants or pencil skirts on the bottom.
*Work any hemline and more often than not, show off the legs.
I would: *Choose draped/cinched fabric styles to give the impression of a more hourglass shape.
Your shoulders and hips are very similar in build and your weight is evenly balanced throughout your body.
*Tuck in by adding a belt to draw attention to the waist.
*Wear sleeves to make the shoulder line look wider and the hips and waist narrower.
All shapes are wonderful and workable and that’s what we must see in the mirror. Acceptance and being happy with what we have goes a long way to the perfect outfit. Plus a bit of know how.xv
Another Great Dress: Either Or
pear and apple alice + olivia fitted lace dress || hourglass and athletic eileen fisher wrap dress
illustration, fashion is a bitch
