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WHAT BODY SHAPE ARE YOU???

Well as we talk about body shapes, there are different body shape based on the body measurement such as bust size, waist measurement, hip size and etc. So why do i mention about that because different body shape usually have different style to wear.

Let say you have big bust size but your body is not really big. In this situation what should you wear? What suit you and what's not?

Secondly, you have big hip size but your body is normal or we call it pear shape. For pear shape people they have different style that suit with them.

It is important for you to know what body shape are you. The clothes which will flatter you the best will depend on your body shape.

The Pear shape

-Smaller on top and wider on the bottom
Ultimate Goal: To create a sense of balance

Recommendations:

· Wear Boat-neck and off the shoulder tops to balance the wideness of your hips

· Wear dark colors on the bottom, taking advantage of its slimming effect

· Stay away from side pockets and pleats on pants

· Stay away from drawstring pants

· Upper body should be the focus, so have fun with tops.

· Play with necklaces and earrings because they’ll attract attention up top.

· Mid-length or calf-length A line skirt should be a must in your wardrobe

· Mix and Match separate for size options!

Column
-Tall and Slender
Ultimate Goal: To create proportions that keep you from looking too lanky.

Recommendations:

· Longer top is the choice

· Column shine in long skirts; the height allows them to look graceful in longer skirts.

· Stay away from super short minis.

· Beware of pants that have an extremely flared leg, it look visually off balanced for column.

· Layer! Layer! Layer! Column can handle the extra coverage; it adds style and dimension to the look.

· Shirts with exaggerated collars and exaggerated cuffs are very flattering!

· Column can wear large prints.

Hourglass
-Curvaceous with a full bust, small waist, full bottom
Ultimate Goal: Some might accuse hourglass of dressing sexy when they are not even trying and hourglass have the most sought-after body in history. So embrace those curves in a classy manner!

Recommendations:

· Look for fitted tops that nip at the waist. Avoid full or billowy tops.

· A wrap dress is one of the most flattering styles that hourglass can wear. The wrap will highlight the waist and display sexy legs.

· Wear low-rise pants with a flared bottom that will minimize hip area and balance hourglass curves.

· To avoid looking like a double wide, make sure the top doesn’t stop at a point where the hips are the fullest.

· Hourglass’s best styles are fitted tops and dresses with a bias cut with stretchy fabrics

· Stretchy fabrics are the best as long as what you wear is not too tight to begin with!

· Less is really more when it comes to prints and patterns instead, wear solid colors.

Apple Figure
-Rounded figure, fuller bust and midsection, heavier arms and shapely lower legs
Ultimate goal: To create lines where none exist

Recommendations:

· Try a v-neck with an empire waistline

· Opt for flowy fabrics like silk, rayon, gauzy cottons that makes the grade.

· Wear a stretchy fitted tank underneath to add support and hide any bumps or bulges.

· When feeling adventurous, go for a slightly larger pattern on tops and dresses,
where the colors are low-contrast and the pattern is constant.

· Consider narrow vertical stripes, which create a slimming line.

· Stay away from cargo pants, pockets on the side, or embellished pants

· Don’t wear tapered pants!

· Avoid wrap tops and halter dresses!

Rectangle

Shoulder, waist, and hips all the same width
Ultimate Goal: To create and accentuate a waistline that will give you the appearance of curves.

Recommendations:

· Wear Belts!

· Always go straight for the dresses that gather or tie at the waist

· Corset tops are a must; they cinch the middle creating the illusion of a curvier figure.

· Don’t wear extremely low-rise pants

· Rectangle wants a slightly higher waist, which will give the illusion of the waist.

· Drawstring pants are wonderful for rectangle shape!

· Choose sleeveless tops to accentuate your gorgeous shoulders

· Opt for gauzy, flowing fabrics and soft Ruffles

· Asymmetrical hemlines is the best look for you

· Fitted tops and jackets, skirts that have a higher waistline are a must

Inverted Triangle
a large bust with narrow hips
Ultimate Goal: To draw attention to the lower body and create illusion of equal proportions.

Recommendations:

· Always go straight for the vivid colors and prints for the bottom half.

· Pleated and tiered skirts add fullness

· Minimize bust with a deeper neckline

· V-neck and scoop necks that draw attention away from shoulders and bust!

· Avoid boat-necks, horizontal straps or any intense pattern dropped waist, a classic flapper style

P.s Just remember dress to suit your body type as well as your “personality style” is important especially for special occasion