What are the keys to creating flattering outfits for the H body shape or Rectangle shape? The other rectangle shape with an undefined waist is the I shape – if you are very slim with what you may think of as a more boyish figure – this is your shape. The H shape has similar…
Reader Kanerou asks: Do you have any plans to do an entry on dressing for plus-sized Xs? I have a couple pairs of black cargo pants which I dearly like, but I’m not sure how to dress up top, now that my waist isn’t so slim and my bust is even more of a bother…
In This Video 0.08 What is your view on wearing blouses or tops that are longer than the sweater or jacket over the top? Doesn’t it draw attention to the hips? 2.05 – With a high value contrast with dark hair, how can I wear a light coloured turtleneck top and create the right ideal…
Yesterday I asked where confidence in appearance comes from – and many commented that lack of confidence can stem from negative comments made during childhood. These comments seem to burn right into us and are often very hard to shake off as we grow up – we take them as gospel truth, rather than just…
In This Video 0.11 My problem is I find it hard to find tops to suit my X shape that are in natural fibres – tips on finding the right fabrics and clothes? 3.43 – If I’m purchasing a scarf for the average shape – what is the most versatile shape – square, rectangle or…
In This Video 0.10 Is it perceived as more friendly and open to blend in with others or be more toned down? Should I be more unique as it relates to my personality? 4.13 I’ve got lots of one-off pieces in my wardrobe but nothing goes with anything? How do I think about my wardrobe…
In This Video 0.08 I struggle with my mid-section. I believe I’m an 8 shape. I’m lean with an hourglass shape with a slightly wider high hip. I’m always trying to hide my tummy and I’m sure of how to look long and lean. How to Dress Your 8 Shape Body 5 Stylish Outfit…
In this Video 0.06 With cool light colouring but like bohemian style clothes are all in the warm light Spicy (autumnal) colours – what am I to do? 3.06 I have a collection of Hermes (silk) scarves and I tend towards a relaxed style – how do I use them? 5.02: I have long arms,…
In This Video 0.08 Now that I’m in my sixties my waist is still very defined as an 8 shape when viewed from the front or the back but my weight seems to have shifted to the front. That causes my dilemma. I want to hide my protruding stomach, but I look hideous in shapes…
I am from Berlin, Germany and have a style question that may be a bit surprising to most of your readers. Though I have already learnt many many things from reading your smart and very precise posts there are still some outfit issues that truly upset me, year after year. Or maybe I just want…
Summer dressing can be tricky when you don’t like to expose too much skin but want to remain cool and stylish. Find the Right Fabrics Natural fibres breath more easily, or mix of synthetics with natural fibres work well. Look for lightweight fabrics such as lace, silk or chiffon – light and floaty is a…
Defining the X (Hourglass) Shape The X shape body has shoulders and hips relatively the same size, and a defined waist. The widest part of the body is the thighs, not the bottom, when viewed from the front. This is a defining point in distinguishing between the two hourglass body shapes (8 and X) you can…
I have a question which is around knowing which pieces will make a real difference to my wardrobe- most mistakes I make – apart from buying clothes for a fantasy life- are buying ‘sensible” pieces, as in good quality, items that will ” be useful’ but are dull. And realising that it is easier for…
What is trans-seasonal dressing anyway? Simply, it’s wearing the same garments the whole year around, through each of the seasons. It’s also particularly useful when the seasons are changing, from winter to spring, and summer to autumn. When the mornings are chilly but the days are warm, as it relies on layering garments that can…
As I discussed here when I explained how lines work, body shape tells us: Where to put the verticals Where to put the horizontals to balance, broaden or highlight Where to place detail Where to keep boring/dull/plain/no detail That’s it! So let’s look at the H Shape (commonly called the rectangular or brick shape) Let’s…
How should we handle conflict between personality/ career role and body shape recommendation? As my body is very curvy , the body shape recommendation is all kinds of feminine stuff: skirt over pants, and not just skirt , but A -line flared skirt over straight ones, wrap and fit and flare dresses , waist shaping,…
