How to emphasize your strengths and hide your figure's flaws with clothes?
Not every woman is gifted by nature with a slender silhouette and impeccable body proportions, but with the help of clothing you can turn any flaw into an attractive feature. Thanks to the right wardrobe and some tricks in the way you wear clothes and accessories, the strengths of your figure will be presented in an advantageous light, and flaws will become invisible. Before you start putting together sets of clothes and selecting accessories, you need to assess the characteristics of your own physique (it’s more convenient to do this using a full-length photo) and determine what proportions need to be adjusted.
We take into account body features
There is a fundamental difference in the approach to creating a wardrobe for girls with different body types. Focusing on body features, it is easy to remember how to choose those items of clothing that will adorn their owner:
- The most feminine version of the figure is the “hourglass”, when the waist is clearly defined and the hips and shoulders are balanced. With such shapes, it is better to wear fitted dresses, blouses in rich colors and classic trousers in calm shades;
- those with an athletic build (narrow hips and more developed shoulders) should choose blouses without lush decoration and flared skirts, as well as loose, bright trousers;
- Pear-shaped body type - graceful shoulders and small breasts combined with full hips. To enhance the femininity of such a figure, it is necessary to choose discreet models of trousers and skirts, and as a top it is better to use bodices with exquisite trim;
- An “apple” figure with excess at the waist will be visually slimmer if you wear semi-fitting dresses without a belt, with an emphasis on the neckline. It is advisable to avoid tacky colors and “animal” prints, as well as tight knitwear;
- The rectangular silhouette of the figure requires color separation of the bodice and skirt to emphasize the waist. A mandatory accessory is a bright belt (medium or wider), when choosing which you need to think about what to wear this item with.
How to hide figure flaws
To properly emphasize the advantages and hide the flaws of the figure
, you need to figure out what type of figure you are. Based on a person's physical characteristics, there are 5 main body types.
Body types: hourglass
With this body type, the circumference of the shoulders and hips is the same, and the waist is clearly highlighted. For owners of this type, it is easiest to choose clothes. Any style of clothing will suit, be it sporty or classic. However, there are a few tips to keep in mind.
A wide variety of clothing styles are suitable, but if you are overweight, it is better not to wear ones that are too tight. After all, your task is to hide figure flaws
.Also, don’t hide your figure behind baggy clothes.
Type pear
A pear is a figure characterized by narrow shoulders and wide hips. The main rule to remember when choosing clothes is that you need to equalize the parts of the body, i.e. move the emphasis to the shoulders. Therefore, choose blouses, T-shirts, tops with an active print or drapery.
This way you can visually make your shoulders wider. Since the waist is your main advantage, it needs to be emphasized. For skirts and trousers, calm, plain fabrics are suitable.
Apple type
Women with this figure are characterized by approximately the same volume of the waist, chest and hips and excess weight in the abdominal area. Those with an apple figure are advised to focus on their legs to visually lengthen their silhouette.
And if you want to hide figure flaws
, finishing, vertical lines and seams will help you with this. Vertical separation of colors is a very effective method. As for dresses, the best option would be dark fabric with light inserts on the sides. It is not recommended to choose clothes with horizontal stripes.
Type rectangle
This type of figure differs from other types in that the waist, shoulders and hips are approximately the same. The best solution would be clothes with drapery in the chest and hips, which will visually narrow the waist.
Type - inverted triangle
This figure is the opposite of a “pear” figure, that is, the girth of the shoulders is greater than the girth of the hips. In this case, clothing that widens the hips and narrows the shoulders is suitable, namely bright colors and prints at the bottom, neutral at the top and peplum.
Of course, a beautiful figure is the dream of almost every woman. However, few people are born with ideal forms and most of us have to constantly work on ourselves and our bodies. But not only a healthy lifestyle and proper nutrition can make a woman’s image more attractive and elegant; clothes can also hide many flaws and highlight the strengths of a figure.
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Properly selected clothes, shoes, as well as accessories, hairstyle and makeup can make even the most ordinary appearance bright and attractive. Of course, fashion often dictates its trends to us, but we should not rush from one extreme to another, purchasing cutting-edge dresses that are too short or, conversely, too long. Much more important is to determine whether the chosen style is right for you (whether it matches your figure and age). Moreover, super fashionable things are quite expensive and often not at all practical, and fashion itself is so changeable that tomorrow your expensive dress may no longer be at its peak. It also often happens that an expensively and fashionably dressed woman looks absolutely tasteless. And good taste means, first of all, outfits that are correctly chosen in style and color.
In addition, when buying a new item, always think about what you will wear it with and whether it will harmonize with the things in your wardrobe.
By choosing the right style for yourself, determining the appropriate type of silhouette and choosing the right color scheme, you can not only skillfully hide the flaws of your figure, but also emphasize its advantages.
We correct the volume of the figure with clothes
Women who are too curvy or too thin cause significant concern. If you have wide hips, you can wear a pencil skirt in dark colors with bright or light blouses. With narrow hips and voluminous breasts, it is necessary to shift the emphasis from the upper part to the waist and hips, wearing wide skirts and blouses-shirts exactly in size. A protruding belly should not be highlighted further with a belt; shirt dresses and loose tunics with tight trousers are more suitable here. It is better to cover full legs under a wide maxi skirt or straight trousers. Small breasts allow you to wear flounces and lush draperies on the bodice, but you should avoid a tapered top of the dress or a corset bodice. If you are overweight, you need to pay special attention to the selection of fabrics for your outfits: it is better to exclude heavy fabrics or voluminous bouclé, giving preference to thick silk and fine wool. Having decided on style directions, you need to decide where to buy stylish and fashionable new clothes so that the price is moderate and the quality is high.
Selection of clothes for different silhouettes
The first type is models
They are lucky to have classic proportions without obvious unsightly problem areas and highly developed shoulder muscles. They have a clearly defined waistline, small, proportionate breasts and an upright posture.
Any fashion solutions will suit such women, depending on the expected image. They can experiment, applying new fashion trends, creating exclusive outfits. You can play with silhouettes to your advantage, emphasizing the hips and buttocks, drawing attention to the perfect bust line with a variety of accessories. You can choose any fabric: from gabardine, wool to light silk, chiffon. From prints you can choose graphic stripes, playful checks, paisley patterns.
The second type is muses
Appearance is characterized by attractive femininity. This type has more sloping shoulders than the models, a horizontal waistline, and expressive hips.
It is recommended to use small shoulder pads. The emphasis in a suit is best placed on the widened shoulder girdle to reduce the contrast between the lower and upper parts of the body. Recommended silhouettes: semi-fitted, trapezoid, straight, extended. Skirts that are tapered at the bottom should be avoided; preference should be given to straight or flared ones.
The fabric should be different for the bottom and top of the outfit. The priorities for the top are texture, multi-layering, corrugated and heavy woolen fabrics. For the bottom, light, soft and flowing material without texture is suitable. With patterns in the form of flowers and horizontal stripes, you can draw special attention to the upper part of the silhouette, and below the hips it is better to wear plain things.
The third type is athletes
He is characterized by a well-proportioned figure, but with an almost undefined waist and narrow hips. The shoulders are often wider than the hips. But such figures are distinguished by slender, beautiful legs.
This type can wear a product of any length; you can wear very tight trousers and short skirts. The lack of a waist is hidden by a semi-fitting or straight silhouette, but strict business suits and classic jackets should be avoided. To avoid associations with a masculine silhouette, it is better to wear blouses. Skirts that are tapered at the bottom are suitable. It is better to give preference to solid, stiff fabrics that hold their shape: tweed, gabardine, corduroy, wool. Experimenting with prints is useful; it is advisable to choose stripes, checks, large polka dots, and geometry. Frills, ruffles, voluminous shoulder straps, epaulettes, and bias cut should be avoided.
The fourth type is Amazons
These women are reminiscent of Athena. Her figure is characterized by a strongly developed shoulder girdle, a weakly defined waistline, and slender legs. Such women are characterized by a toned appearance; they do not have pronounced hip curves.
Semi-fitting, straight and trapezoidal silhouettes suit them. Slender legs should be emphasized with flared skirts, as well as classic, semi-fitted, tapered trousers. However, you should not wear massive and heavy silhouettes, as well as accessories at the waist such as belts. You can carefully use a fitted silhouette, but the design should visually reduce the waist circumference. You need to boldly choose different patterns and fabric textures; it’s hard to spoil such a figure.
Fifth type - hourglass
The figures are characterized by a thin waist, a large luxurious bust, and a steep curve of the hips. Women with such slender legs, thin and graceful arms need to wear tight turtlenecks, tight-fitting jumpers, if the hip circumference is small, it is advisable to wear tulip-shaped skirts, slightly tapered at the bottom, they will hide steep hips and emphasize a thin waist. If your height allows, you can wear a pencil skirt. Fitted, narrow jackets with widened peplums and mid-thigh length are ideal. The trousers will look good widened at the bottom. You can choose any fabric for this type: cotton, silk, gabardine, knitwear, wool, velor, cashmere. Among the drawings, abstraction, floral print, and stylish checkered designs will be relevant.
The sixth type - cute chubby girls
These are women whose figure is characterized by pleasant roundness and a charming softness of the silhouette. Cardigans, shawl collars, and clothes with simple lines and no details are suitable for them. Absolutely straight skirts should be avoided; skirts that are slightly flared at the top, from the hips (bell), soft, wrap around like a sarong, or a high godet are suitable. Straight and slightly flared silhouettes are recommended; very tight models should be avoided. It is also necessary to exclude the gathered line at the waist, in general all the details in this area; you cannot use voluminous pockets, angular sharp details reminiscent of lapels. It is worth emphasizing the beautiful neckline and slender legs. Thick but soft fabrics are suitable: jersey, wool crepe, thick knitwear, cashmere. You need to choose a pattern, avoiding bright, catchy patterns; it is better to give preference to fabrics with a single color.
Playing up small growth
Small stature and a fragile physique require high heels, a predominance of natural shades, vertical reliefs and the absence of multi-layered clothing. For short girls, sheath dresses, overalls and skinny trousers are suitable. If you are short and plump, you need pastel shades in clothes and discreet accessories (a long scarf casually thrown around the neck, a shoulder bag and tights in natural colors).
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Determining the type of silhouette
When choosing a suitable style of clothing, you should rely on the characteristics of your figure and face shape. Conventionally, all figures are divided into three types of silhouette - these are straight sharp, round and straight soft silhouettes.
Straight sharp silhouette
. Owners of this type of silhouette have thin, angular shapes, broad shoulders, narrow hips, small breasts, and fairly long arms and legs. Such women usually do not have a very pronounced waist. They are most suitable for strict cut suits, long blouses with a belt at the hip line, long sweaters and untucked shirts. Things should be made of dense fabrics, since light flowing textures do not maintain straight lines. Narrow and straight trousers and skirts are a suitable part of the wardrobe. Accessories and decorations should also be selected in geometric shapes.
Rounded silhouette
. This type of woman has wide hips, sloping shoulders, a narrow waist and a full bust. Here, loose fit and figure-hugging fabrics can be considered the most suitable. Your thing is tight-fitting T-shirts, fitted dresses, tucked-in blouses and flared skirts. The pattern on the fabric should preferably be small, and the material itself should be soft. Hats, bags, as well as hems and collars of outerwear should be round in shape. A straight cut will make such women look awkward and bulky.
Straight soft silhouette
. This type of silhouette can be considered the most successful, as it has a greater number of clothing options. The most suitable items will be loose-fitting items, but not emphasizing the roundness of the figure. Suits should be straight cut, but made of soft fabrics. Skirts are pleated and loose. The fabric pattern can be either large or small. Accessories – geometric shapes, but with rounded corners.
Broad shoulders
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If you have wide shoulders, then blouses and shirts with wide collars, as well as clothes with sleeves that widen towards the bottom, are suitable for you. Instead of round necklines, opt for tops and dresses with a V-neckline. Raglan sleeves, as well as sleeveless dresses (if your arms are thin), are good for broad-shouldered ladies.
Note! Full skirts will help balance out broad shoulders.
Don't wear:
- Clothes with narrow sleeves;
- Items with very short sleeves;
- Sundresses and tops with thin berets;
- Sweatshirts with hems;
- Clothes with ruffles, lace and flounces on the sleeves.
How to hide individual figure features
Excessively thin women should pay attention to clothes with transverse stripes, and overweight women should pay attention to longitudinal stripes.
Long necks need a smaller neckline than those with short necks. For very thin or, on the contrary, plump ladies, cleavage is generally contraindicated. If the bust is low, then the waistline should also be low.
A kimono sleeve suits slender women more than full. If you have wide hips, wide skirts are contraindicated. If the waist is low, then a wide belt will visually put it in place. With a high waist, a continuous cut will hide the defect.
Determining the style of clothing
The main styles of clothing are: classic, sporty and romantic. You should choose a style based not only on the features of your figure, but also according to the occasion, as well as the image you are creating or your own mood.
The classic style is dark-colored jackets, straight-cut trousers and skirts, turtlenecks, plain light blouses, shoes to match the clothes and thin nylon tights without a pattern.
Sports style includes shirt-type blouses with clasps or zippers, denim trousers and skirts with plenty of pockets, loose jumpers and T-shirts, sports jackets, low-heeled shoes with straps or sneakers.
Romantic style is full or mini skirts, flowing silhouettes, dresses with deep necklines, short fitted jackets, blouses with wide sleeves, shiny shoes with pointed toes, jewelry or buckles.
Apple figure
This type is characterized by rounded shapes from the shoulders to the hips. Shoulders may be wider than hips. Sometimes the middle part of the body is the widest. Basically, plump ladies have this figure.
To distract the eye from the disproportion of shapes, you can wear clothes with an asymmetrical cut.
High-waisted skirts and trousers, as well as medium-length skirts, are suitable. Focus on your chest and legs. Blouses with a V-neck are suitable for this.
Apple figure
Rectangle figure
The distinctive features of this figure are the almost identical width of the hips, waist and shoulders. The main problem is the wide waist, which makes the body look rectangular. Often women with a similar figure have a protruding belly.
The challenge in putting together a wardrobe is to skillfully disguise a wide waist. You can create the appearance of a waist with a belt. A wide belt is suitable for a rectangular figure.
Remember that a narrow belt emphasizes your existing waist. Wide - distracts attention, visually makes the waist thinner.
Rectangle figure
