Petite (short) :
Well, the definition for 'PETITE" varies with the origin of living ( country). Here, I consider the height of "4.4 to5.4" feet or "134 to164" Centimeters as petite. So, if you are nearer to this height, consider yourself as petite. Mind you, you may also come under some other body type (because of shape of the body). In that case, follow the avoidable (not to wear) things of both types of bodies.
What to do :
Dress all in one color from your top to your shoes. Don’t forget to match your hose (socks) to your outfit.
Dark colors make you look slim. Try Black, Navy, Charcoal, Burgundy, deep Green, or Purple.
Wear garments that fit you well. Fitted or semi-fitted clothing looks better on Petites.
Select clothes with vertical lines. They don’t need to be striped (the design on the garment may start from the top and end at the bottom).
Vertical seam lines, such as Princess seams will do the trick.
Choose Tops and Jackets with V-shaped or U-shaped necklines.
Wear high heels. It’s the easiest way to add height. Pumps and Sling-backs are terrific.
Wear Jeans and pants with straight legs, flat fronts or even the boot cuts if u like.
Keep belts slim and match them to your outfit if you want to wear a belt.
Select Purses or Bags of medium size so that, your Bag will be in proportion to your smaller frame.
What not to do :
Wide or contrasting Belts cut the figure in half and break up the vertical illusion that we want to achieve. So, never wear them even they are your favorite.
Never wear Pants with Cuffs, bulky Pockets, or Pleats.
Stay away from garments that have a lot of Design and the loose-fitting apparel. Avoid shoes with Ankle straps.
Avoid bulky or highly textured fabrics. There’s no need to avoid texture completely, but stay away from fabrics with a lot of loft and fuzziness.
For Sweaters, Thin fabric works better than thick.
Skip the Mini-skirts and Mini dresses. (Although Minis look great on women with long, slender legs, they don’t have the same effect for shorter women.)
Stay away from huge Handbags. (Oversize bags are so big that they can seem to overwhelm short women.)
Tall :
Here is a strange situation in the sense, a lot of women feel themselves lucky to have great height at the same time, there are also people who face difficulty because of the over height (I mean more than what they want to be). I try to discuss the both.
1.Making the most of your height :
If you are fortunate enough to have those extra few inches of height, then you are lucky that most styles suit you. This is not to say there aren't things you should avoid, but generally there are lots of fabulous ways in which you can allow your clothes to enhance your Height.
What to do :
Long Dresses will always create a better impression of length, as there will be a continual flow from the shoulders area to the floor.
If you do choose trousers for that more casual look, then try Cuff- less trousers, as these will appear longer.
Long and lean effect can be obtained by sticking to one color throughout the outfit.
The Top and Trousers should be of same (or nearer) color with no belt worn or a belt of the same color (introducing different colors will break up the length and the belt will act as a dividing line).
Choose thin vertical Stripes, detailing such as visible Seams, and well-tailored Darts and sharp Creases, again to create length.
Wear long Scarves or heavy Necklaces depending on the occasion.
Hats always accentuate height, go for swept-back Ponytails for those of you with longer hair. Shoes should be high and elegant. search for Shoes with interesting detail on the heel, or eye-catching chrome look heels.
What not to do :
Stay away from Capri trousers and anything that is three-quarter length as these cut off at a mid-limb point and will not create that impression of length you are aiming for.
Avoid tight clothes and skirts that are too short or too long.
If wearing a long dress, complex Patterns should be avoided as much as possible.
2. Playing down your height :
If you are one of those women who get fed up of being so tall, and always think... "I wish i could be a bit shorter." There are things you can do to create the impression that you look the way you want.
What to do :
You should choose Separates and in particular, pick Tops that are long (below the waist) and cover the upper portion of your legs. These will give the appearance that you legs are shorter than they actually are.
Select Trousers (pants) that have a Cuffed appearance round the bottom. This will make the actual length seem much shorter.
Capri and three-quarter length trousers can be worn but, make sure that they are not too short for you.
You have more scope in terms of the colors you should be wearing to truncate your height. Choose mixtures of dark and light colors while combining Tops and Bottoms, and mix patterns and detail that run across the width of tops.
Wear belts to provide that dividing line between your top and bottom areas, and divert the eye from left to right even more by introducing horizontal stripes to the outfit.
It may seem obvious but shoes play a big part in creating height ( Choose flat heels or mules depending on the occasion.
Look for shoes that have detail on the flatter part of the shoe at the front but not on the heel.
What not to do:
Long Dresses that create a continual flow from head to toe are to be avoided.
Don't wear clothes of same color. also avoid belts that are too broad in width.
V necks, diagonal and vertical Stripes are a Big No No.
The triangle shaped :
Person Having.................... narrow Shoulders, too small Bust Line extend to wider Hips.
What to do :
Wear clothes with vertical Lines to make an up and down illusion. Tops with V-necks and Skirts with Slits up the sides are also good (only if u prefer). choose Clothes having Design or Detail at the Neck and Shoulders. wearing Scarves will be a good choice too.
Boat Neck will look good(ignore if u are not comfortable with).
Wear wide collared Tops and clothes with small Padded shoulders .
Wear long Tops that go passed your Hips.
Choose Jackets, Tailored Suits and Shirtwaist dresses with Straight, Classic cuts.
Shirts that hit above or below the Hip region are good to choose. Skirts should be a bit longer and stay around the Knee.
Lighter colors on top can be worn, this brings eyes up.
Wear dark Stockings. Select vertical, fluid patterns and avoid bulky fabrics.
Adopt the "just below the knee" look in Dresses and Skirts.
Choose Accessories of the same or nearer color to the clothes you are wearing including shoes. This gives your body an unbroken slimmer look.
Stay with straight or A line skirts.
What not to do :
Avoid Shirts or Tops ending at the Hip region. Garments with diagonal Sleeves (Raglans or Halters). Don't wear Skirts or Pants with Patch or Inseam Pockets, bulky Side seams and Pleats.
Avoid short Skirts that end above the Knee and very wide Pinafore Skirts.
The Inverted Triangle :Have broad shoulders, full bust line, or heavy upper arms extending to narrow hips.
What to do :
Choose long Jackets without shoulder Pads. Go for darker colors on top and lights as bottoms. . Tops with V neck; Dolman or Raglan sleeves and ones that fit loose and slims down to hug the hips and waist are good.
Wear Pants or Skirts that are Pleated to bring the eye down. Choose thin materials like Cotton, or Poly-cotton or Rayon. One color dressing will also be thinning.
Wear large Belts or belts with large Buckles. Flat shoes are best unless you are short, then wear Heels. If your legs are in good shape, shorter Hem lengths will draw attention away from your top.
Let the hair be free or tie it a bit loosely to cover some portion of your shoulders.
What not to do :
Do not wear tops with fancy details and ruffles at the neck shoulder or bust region. Do not wear clingy fabrics on top.
Do not wear tops that are too light in color. avoid Capri or Tapered (narrow fitted) pants.
Never wear Tops with wide necklines (like Boat neck). Avoid heavy jewelry in the neck. Never bunch your hair into Bun or tie it too tightly to form a thin Plait.
The Hourglass shaped :Narrow Waist with, wider Bust and Hips that are in proportion are the features.
Note : The best Fashions for your shape are those that are fitted to show off your curves.. Even if you are larger, it is much better to choose tops that don't hide much of your curves, because trying to hide your shape will not work and more over, it might cause a weird look. so be positive and proud about what you are.
What to do :
Choose a dark Bottom and a lighter Top, with a Belt that matches the pant or skirt. Jackets and tops will look especially good on you if they have a Belt, Consider a loose shirt with an open collar or a loose-fitting v-neck on top that are cropped or ended at the waist.
Think about Flat-Front, side-Zippper and Pocket Less pants as they minimize your full Hips and Bottom.
The best Skirt for you is the Pencil skirt . Straight styles and certain A-line skirts could also be right for you, as long as they are fitted around the waist and Hips.
The best style is a Wrap Dress that can be pulled in at your middle.
Dresses that are fitted on upper portion of the body and have an A-line skirt can also look great.
Most styles of trousers will suit you, high or low waist, as long as they are not too baggy.
The only style to avoid would be tapered trousers (Narrow fit) that get narrower towards your ankles, especially if you are a very curvy Hourglass.
Go for a comfortable and safe pair of shoes or sandals.
What not to do:
Stay away from Dresses that are completely straight up and down. Also avoid dresses cut on the bias ( diagonal, longer on one side than the other) .
Avoid ruffles and pleats as these will add bulk
Never Wear anything too tight or clingy whatsoever.
Boxy styles and Empire lines though fashionable and fun will not suit you as they will hit your Chest and then flare out missing your waist.
The Pear shaped :
Usually have: A bottom heavy shape, Thin and slender neck, Narrow or sloping shoulders, Larger and more generous lower hips and thighs. I know it's difficult to understand what pear shaped body really means. ( Infact a lot of Indian women come under this category) which is why I provide the image here. Please note that, the diagrams I placed here, are to make you understand the things easily. And please let me know if you feel embarrassed or weird.
NOTE: Remember that you are the judge of what you wear and that, taking friends to help you decide is often a mistaken decision, since friends get impatient and often answer in the positive way even if the outfit is a disaster. Only "You" can be the judge. Wear those things that you are happy with, and create your own Unique style.
What to do :
Choose a shirt that draws the eye to the shoulders. ( with a Design or a patch)
Select tops with the following elements:
Wide Necklines such as Boat neck or Scoop neck style that can widen the shoulders and balance your bottom half.
Look for waist-defining details in your Tops, such as Belted or Clinched styles that show off your defined waist.
Look for buttons or ties at the neck that will draw eyes upwards.
Wear lighter colors for Tops and darker colors for skirts and stick to just below the Knee lengths.
Wear Jacket or Blazer without fastening it (leaving the buttons off).
Try to find one with puffed sleeves to balance out your shoulders in proportion to your hips. Wear brooches to draw the eye away from defects in the neck area.
Look for a waistline on your skirt or trousers that hits slightly below the natural waistline Without extra layers close to your waist. Get skirts with a slight A line cut. They will skim over problem areas and make the Hip and Thigh areas slim.
Scarves are a great invention, and long scarves can be worn flamboyantly covering larger breasts and enhancing a darker Top.
Lengthen and slim your legs with a pair of heeled shoes. Heavier style heels which are not stilettos (pointed heels) will balance out your calves.
What not to do :
Stay away from tight skirts and trousers. Avoid wearing a Blazer that ends at the widest point of your hips.
Try to avoid shirts that are too tight.
Stay away from baggy shirts. Don't hide your shape with loose tees! You'll look bigger all over.
Avoid shoes with ankle straps or T-strap styles, which can make your legs look larger.
The Apple shaped :Apple shaped usually have: full breasts and a wide back. arms could be slim, while shoulders be wide. have slim hips and a trim backside and might have gain weight at the midsection. I know it's difficult to understand what pear shaped body relly means( a lot of indian women comes under this category). which is why I provide the image here. Please note that, the diagrams I placed here are to make you understand the things easily. And please let me know if YOU feel embarrassed or wierd.
What to do :
Try out a floaty tee such as a tunic style top. It will skim around the waist. Try an empire waist shirt that begins under the bust to draw attention away from the stomach.
Wear shirts that reach lower than your waist to reduce the chance of "muffin top"escaping from where your shirt meets your trousers. If you like your hips to look a little more in balance with your bust, try a shirt that meets the largest point of the hips.
Choose a shirt with a slightly lower neckline to keep the eyes moving upwards. Pair that with a statement necklace for maximum effect.
Try light (made of thin fabric) layers to move the eye over trouble spots.Wear a waistcoat over a sleeveless tank to draw attention to your arms and camouflaging your tummy.
Choose a layered chiffon blouse over a lightweight tank top. With a well-fitting lightweight top, you can skim over the midsection with ease.
Look for wide-legged trousers that will create a more even look between your upper and lower halves.Try wide-legged Capris to flaunt your slim ankles.The best jeans for your body type are ones with front and back pockets.
Choose a skirt with a full silhouette. Your slightly top-heavy appearance can be reduced significantly, and when paired with a slim-fitting tunic, you'll look positively slim.
Skirts with a higher waistline, such as one that reaches the natural waist, will disguise a larger stomach and hide any strain or tightness across the midsection.
Find a pair of shoes that continue the long lines of your legs. You may want to try a strapped sandal with brief straps and a sexy heel.
Wear kitten heels for comfort if you have smaller calves. These heels are easier on your feet,
Embrace chunkier style shoes like wedges. Wearing a slightly heavier shoe can help to anchor and balance your top half.
What not to do :
Don't wear slim miniskirts with your body type. You will seem far more top-heavy than you really are.
Never wear skinny trousers, unless you wear a longer tunic over it. Avoid pants with pleats
Avoid tops with puffy sleeves or overly baggy clothing. Slim skirts and tight clothes should also be avoided since they will only emphasize a slimmer lower body half and create the illusion of imbalance.
The slim Rectangle :The shoulders and hips are very similar in width but there is still a curve at the waist line (waist is a bit slim)
What to do:
Wear styles having details on the bust and the hips choose designs that have horizontal lines,
go for unstructured jackets and blazers (without padding) with wide shoulders or jackets with small lapels which taper at the waist.
pair up contrasting clothes (tops and bottoms of different colors)
wear full tops with flared skirts or pleated pants with full or flared pant legs
the waist bands need to be narrow and go for bulky sweaters and baggy pants.
what not to do :
Never wear clothes with wide waist bands. and don't use belts except if they are unavoidable for you. Don't wear clothes with large pockets, large plaids(checks) and patterns.with vertical stripes.
The Wide Rectangle :....Have nearly a parallel body shape, the body will have equal width from top to bottom.
What to do :
wear clothes with contrast colours. go for layered tops at the shoulder and neck line.
wear clothes that hug the waist. Use round or curved neck lines.
go for round necklaces or wrap a scarf .
What not to do :
stay away from wide waist bands and belts.
Avoid V and square neck lines. don't wear padded shouldered jackets.
never wear clothes with large (plaids)checks, pockets or patterns.
1 comment:
Can u pls post sum tips on selecting the rt jeans acrding to the body shapes
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