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Curvy E X P R E S S
rectangle
YOUR HORIZONTAL BODY SHAPE IS a Rectangle.
Your horizontal shape is important for the clothing silhouettes and design elements that will look best on you.
What does this mean? Your exquisite frame has an exceptional balance! You have proportionate hips, balanced thighs with proportionately slender arms and legs, and a body frame that’s perfectly in line with all the body parts. Your full bust-line and full hip-line are about the same width and you have little waist definition. The key to dressing this body type is in defining shoulders and if you are smaller defining the waist to achieve a curvy look. You want pieces that will make your waist appear narrower.
Tips on what to EMBRACE
Shoulder pads to Textures will emphasize your add dimension shoulders, but not too large. to your look.
Short-sleeves and sleeveless tops and dresses.
Good push-up bra to create a curvier top half with dresses or shirts with a thin belt in a contrasting color. This gives the illusion of a curvy waist.
Fitted sheaths and classic shifts work well with your more shape.
An empire waist or simple A-line skirt can help create curves.
RECOMMENDED: A-line, drop-waist, empire waist, one-shoulder, sheath, shift.
wear for a rectangle AVOID
Anything straight-cut when it comes to jackets, skirts, and dresses.
Baggy shirts or pants.
Narrow skirts.
* all images are examples of what flatters your figure
DENIM Look for mid to low-rise jeans as well as bootcut or skinny jeans.
TYPES OF
SHAPEWEAR CONTROL Light
Medium
Provides lightweight support; used to smooth out panty and bra lines.
Provides more compression and cinching to hold in problem areas; covers and smooths panty and bra lines.
Firm
Extra Strong
More reinforced panels to bring in the waist and other problem areas; smooths out curves and other areas; can be worn comfortably for up to eight hours.
Highest level of contouring; will use paneling and reinforced materials like boning; may not be suitable for use for more than a few hours.
SHAPEWEAR
Waist Cincher
2-way Shaping Tank Slimmer
Torsette Brief
Bust Camisole
Body Briefer
Waist Cincher - Reduces the waistline, alleviates back pain and corrects posture. Lifts the breasts and emphasizes natural curves. 2-way Shaping Tank Slimmer - Wear as a layer under a top. It offers full coverage and smooths spots under the arm or above the bra strap in the rear. Reversible from a v-neck to a crew neck. Toresette Brief - An open bust so you can wear your own bra. Adds shaping and support at the waist, tummy and back. Perfect for knit dresses and clinging fabric. Bust Camisole - Lifts breasts, removes bra lines, sometimes control the tunny. Wear as a layer under a fitted top. Body Briefer - Wear for complete torso control. Smooths the back, controls midriff and tummy.
for P L U S S I Z E S
Thigh Slimmer
High-Waist/ Thigh Slimmer
High-Waist Brief
The Brief
Full Body Shaper
Thigh Slimmer - Wear to smooth and shape your tummy, rear, and thigh at the waistline. High-Waist Thigh Slimmer - Smooths out many common areas, including the tummy, thighs, hips, and rear. Moderate control throughout the torso. High-Waist Brief - Designed to sit right below the bust to smooth and shape your tummy and hips without riding up or rolling down. High-waist brief starts controlling at the midriff and continues through the waist, tummy, and derriere. Wear underneath your jeans, dresses, and skirts. The Brief - Tummy control so there is no muffin top. Perfect to wear under skirts, dresses, and high cut pants. Singlet Bodysuit - Wear for complete torso control. Smooths the back, controls midriff and tummy. Provides the most coverage and prevents your thighs from rubbing under dresses.