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Category Archives: Body

Body Image – Breasts

Body Image, Bust, psychological mattersBy Imogen LamportApril 19, 201257 Comments

I was just reading an article on Mamamia  by Anna Spargo-Ryan about whether or not having a breast reduction is superficial in the way that having breast enlargement is seen as superficial and it got me thinking about my own breasts and how I feel about them. I’ve got a rather large bust (34G) and am…

Tops to Flatter a Large Bust

large bustBy Imogen LamportApril 11, 201216 Comments

If you have a larger than average bust, you will find that many styles can make your bust more prominent. If you don’t want to draw too much attention to your bust here are some tips to remember. Here are my 5 top tips: 1. Lower necklines are better than high necklines 2. Keep the…

How to Broaden Your Shoulders

Body VariationsBy Imogen LamportApril 6, 20122 Comments

If you’re an A shape with narrow shoulders or even an 8 shape or X shape or just have more sloping shoulders rather than square shoulders, how can you make them appear broader to create more balance? Necklines – horizontal necklines like boat necks, square necks or wider v-necks can help to broaden. Shoulder detail…

How to Flatter Full Upper Arms

ArmsBy Imogen LamportApril 4, 20124 Comments

Many women feel that they don’t have arms to rival Michelle Obama, and they make genetically have genes for them to be fuller, or just not have the time to do all the bicep and triceps exercises to get them.  So how do you flatter a fuller upper arm? Here are my quick tips on how to…

How to Find the Best Point to End Your Tops and Jackets

Body Variations, WaistBy Imogen LamportApril 2, 201213 Comments

The Common Points to End Tops and Jackets High Hip – is where the top of the pelvis is – you have a hip bone that juts out at this point.  It’s often areally good place to end tops, unlesss you are an 8 shape. Hip Break or Leg Break – is where the leg…

Casual Looks for the Curvy Body

Body ShapesBy Imogen LamportMarch 28, 201212 Comments

Hi Imogen, I’m 26 and live in Portland, Oregon (land of the hipster). Most of my stylish compatriots are wearing oversized sweaters trapeze-style tee shirts with leggings or skinny jeans. That works great on I shapes, but not so much for me, an 8 shape. The problem is, most of the styles that work for…

How to Understand the Elements of Prints

Fabric, Personal Style, Popular Posts, prints and patterns, scaleBy Imogen LamportMarch 21, 201210 Comments

Following on from my post on how to interpret prints and patterns I want to talk more about different elements of prints and how they also relate to other elements of ourselves. You would be aware that not all florals are the same, just as not all animal prints, stripes or checks are the same,…

How to flatter a rounded or proturding stomach

How to Flatter a Protruding Stomach

Body Shapes, Body VariationsBy Imogen LamportFebruary 20, 20129 Comments

Rounded stomachs can be difficult to hide, they’re right out there at the front, but what tricks can you use to make your tummy look less obvious? Here are 10 Easy Ways to Flatter a Rounded Tummy Pants/Skirts/Waistbands should sit about at the belly button. Too high and it will force your stomach to pop…

How to Wear Skinny Jeans

Body Shapes, long legsBy Imogen LamportFebruary 17, 201210 Comments

Could you do a post on skinny jeans? They are in all of the shops right now and I’m not sure if I can wear them. Thanks. How to Wear them For Your Body Shape Skinny Jeans have been the trend jean for a few years now and they don’t look like they’re going anywhere…

How to Wear Horizontal Stripes Without Looking Wide

illusion and distractionBy Imogen LamportFebruary 13, 20128 Comments

Many people talk about horizontal stripes as the work of the devil. It’s true they can be widening, but some can also be lengthening. It’s all in the detail, the scale and your shape and scale and how you wear them. The wider the horizontal, the more your eye will slow down and focus on…

Inside Imogen’s Wardrobe – Jeans casual

About Imogen, H shape, large bust, Personal Style, scaleBy Imogen LamportFebruary 10, 201212 Comments

Frequently I’m asked “As an image consultant do you always have to dress up?”. My answer is, “Well I still wear jeans and t-shirts, but they’re good jeans and t-shirts and I tend to accessorize too.” You never know when you leave the house, even if it’s just the supermarket or the school run, if…

How to Layer Tops Under Jackets

Body Proportions, outer-wearBy Imogen LamportDecember 14, 201113 Comments

Hi Imogen. I’d like to ask you about a certain style that has been around for quite awhile now. Being a tall H I’m glad I don’t have to tuck in my blouses. I’m from the tucked in generation (in my 50’s) and I keep on seeing jackets that end way above the hem of…

How to Use the Golden Mean Proportions When Dressing

Body Proportions, videosBy Imogen LamportDecember 8, 201114 Comments

Following on from last weeks video on how to measure your body proportions. Here is a short video that shows you a couple of ways to use the Golden Mean (golden ratio, Fibonacci series) to dress in a proportioned manner that is flattering. The golden mean is a ratio that appears in nature and we…

More Ways to Flatter Your Body Proportions

Body ProportionsBy Imogen LamportDecember 2, 201113 Comments

Following on from my video on how to measure your body proportions yesterday, I want to share with you more ways to flatter your proportions. Here are some posts I’ve written about some of the more common proportional issues. 8 Top Tips to Dressing a Short Waist Short Legs, Long Rise How to Define Your…

How to Measure Your Body Proportions

Body Proportions, Popular Posts, videosBy Imogen LamportDecember 1, 201163 Comments

Body proportions are actually more important than body shape, they create the balance that our brain so much enjoys. I’ve made this short video to help you figure out your body proportions so that you can use this information to find how how to dress so that you look taller or shorter, slimmer or curvier…

Reveal the B-string – Not Your Bust

Body Variations, shoppingBy Imogen LamportNovember 14, 201111 Comments

One of my favourite Australian inventions is the B-string – it’s what I’ve got on under this gorgeous Karina Gala dress to stop you from looking right down my cleavage. Now I took this photo from above, as well all know with cami’s that when you look from above, or bend over, you’ll find that…

Post Pregnancy Wardrobe Capsule

How to Create a Post Pregnancy Clothing Capsule

capsule wardrobes, maternity, Style Tips for MothersBy Imogen LamportNovember 4, 201116 Comments

I had a question re wardrobe (& btw-thank you for YOUR 5 STEP FORMULA FOR A FABULOUS WARDROBE it’s been really useful.) I have a 4 month old baby girl, so especially as an aspiring colour consultant I have been on a misison to get my wardrobe organised, also to reflect the new me (as…

Body Proportions, Colour, look taller

Body Proportions, ColourBy Imogen LamportOctober 21, 201136 Comments

Hello–thank you for the wonderful website. It made me think while reading your advice on Column of Color–could you address the fashion rule of thirds for everyone–research does not reveal that much and I’d like it specifically geared toward what constitutes 1/3 and 2/3 with our outfits. Thanking you in advance! So what is the…

Weekend Video: How to Make Your Legs Look Longer

Legs, videosBy Imogen LamportSeptember 24, 2011Leave a comment

Want a quick, easy and free way to make your legs look longer? Watch this short video. And for some fun… and because George Clooney is gorgeous, enjoy!

How to Create Waist Definition without a Belt

layering tops, Waist, X shapeBy Imogen LamportSeptember 16, 201110 Comments

It attracted my attention that you mention that you wear skirts/dresses or jeans most of the time. I do the same thing, and it has been working great for the most part, thanks to your blog. The main thing that I learned is that I am X-shape and I should belt over skirts/dresses, I enjoy…

Where Should a Tunic Top Finish?

Bootylicious Babes, Fit and Alterations, Hips and Bottom, Legs, long legs, slim hipsBy Imogen LamportSeptember 2, 20115 Comments

Imogen I would like your opinion on the hem length of tunic type tops. I’m a knitting designer and teacher and this topic comes up in my Fit and Flatter classes. I think women slimmest when the hem hits just below the crotch so that the leg length is undetermined by the viewer and therefore…

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