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B A L A N C I N G BODY&STYLE
It’s not only my personal belief that every body is beautiful, but the mainstream media and society as a whole are taking to that same view point. Different heights, shapes and curves are being showcased and celebrated like never before. It’s always important to wear what makes you feel great, but if you’re looking for styling ideas based on your unique body type, here are some tips to guide you. Rectangle Measurements of shoulders, bust, and hips are fairly uniform with this body type. V-Necks and buttondown tops help to create the illusion of more shape up top. For this body type, wide leg pants, flare jeans, a fit and flare skirt or a bell cut dress also help create the illusion of more shape and curve on the bottom. Things to avoid are jumpsuits and monochromatic which can appear visually as one straight line.
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Inverted Triangle This body type is broader up top and narrower at the bottom. Slim fit well tailored pieces up top will help sinch in and streamline the top
half. Adding volume to the bottom with 3wide leg trousers, flare jeans and shirts or dresses that flare will give balance to the silhouette. Things to avoid are skinny jeans, and any top with shoulder pads or embellishments, as they tend to create the illusion of more volume up top.
These tips are just a starting point for creating the best personal style for you!
When dressing for your body type, the objective is to generate balance by creating volume or structure in areas where your natural body type may be lacking.
Oval Voluminous up top and on bottom, this body type is more of a rounded shape. The goal is to elongate the body while giving the appearance of curves.
Wear tops that cinch in the waistline or wear louder, noticeable staple garments. Things to avoid are garments that add volume overall such as tunics or tent dresses.
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Triangle This body type is typically narrow up top and broader on the bottom. To flatter this body type, wear darker colors on bottom paired with brighter colors on top. Bigger accessories such as necklaces and earrings can help provide balance by adding the illusion of more volume on the upper portion of the torso. Avoid bold prints or patterns on the bottom and dark, structured fitted tops.
Hourglass This body type typically This body type typically has hips and shoulders close to the same size, with a defined waistline. Frequently this body type can Frequently this body type can wear almost anything as long as the fit and fabric are flattering to the natural curvature of the body. the natural curvature of the body. Things to avoid are garments that are ill fitting and oversized, like are ill fitting and oversized, like tunics or tops that hang off the bust, over embellished tops, or tops with a high neckline as they add too much volume to the top half of the bust.
