Need some help with making the best of your body type? Well InStyle Magazine has some great style tips for all of us...
Styling Tips for Hourglass Figures • Make the most of a small midsection. Cinch dresses, jackets and sweaters at the waist.
• To elongate a curvy body, wear
cardigans or lightweight jackets that graze the hips.
• Avoid low-rise jeans. Ones with a fitted waist won't gape at the lower back.
Styling Tips for Boyish Shapes
• Details like bows and ruffles around the neckline help fill you out on top.
• Shore up narrow hips with low-slung pants and a medium-to-wide belt.
• Strategic cuts like sweetheart necklines and full skirts create the illusion of curves.
Styling Tips for Apple Shapes
• Patterned tops (geometrics, animal prints) are on trend, and the optical illusion trims the torso.
• Mid-rise jeans will keep your rear covered and guard against the dreaded muffin top.
• Structured shift dresses create a vertical line from shoulders to hem, cleverly obscuring the waist.
Styling Tips for Busty Figures
• Start with a supportive underwire bra with molded cups to shape and smooth.
• Avoid high necklines, which can make large busts appear matronly.
• Go ahead, wear bold colors and wild patterns—but on your bottom half only.
Styling Tips for Petites
• Proportion is key—always buy petite sizes and have items tailored when needed.
• Straight lines create longer silhouettes. Try sheath dresses and pencil skirts.
• Bold prints engulf a small frame; mini florals and subtle patterns suit you best.
Thanks to instyle.com for the great article!
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