:: Get naked in the front of the mirror. Ask yourself what you love about your body and what you hate.The things you hate are what will hide; the things you love are the things you can afford to show off.When looking in the mirror, be honest and objective. What you hate might be the envy of your best friend (consider Susannah's big breasts!)
:: Flat-chest: Most women who are flat-chested have a tendency to carry their weight on their bottom. So show off those arms with a lovely sleeveless round neck top. Most importantly, don't make breasts that aren't there. Just accept it and, if you want to be sexy (and you are in your 30s), show a bit of nipple, gently.
:: Pear-shape: Never wear jackets that cut you across the bottom. Either wear a jacket that ends at the waist (to show your bum off) or wear one to the knee (to cover it up).
:: Short-waisted with long legs: If you have a short body and long legs, chances are you have big breasts. Pull them up with a really good bra so they won't accentuate your short waist. Also, wear short jackets that hit the hip-bone.
:: Long body with short legs: Never wear cropped trousers; they make your legs shorter. Layer your top half. Like Trinny, wear a long t-shirt under a sweater to break up your long back. Don't forget to keep your trousers very long and wear a higher heel to put yourself back in proportion.
:: Large-size: Don't tent yourself and don't be afraid to wear tighter clothes. Do wear a plunging neckline, which will show off a beautiful décolleté.
:: Short neck: Buy deep V or low fronted tops. High necks will only make your neck look shorter.
:: Broad shoulders and slim hips: Buy flat-fronted long trousers and skirts cut on the bias.
Doesn't truely matter what you look like as long as your comfortable with yourself.
"...if you want to be sexy (and you are in your 30s), show a bit of nipple, gently." the article Does that mean that women over their 30s should not show their nipples? I shouldn't be surprised, the program is years old and aimed at British people.
oooo I look in the mirror and I honestly don't like anything!! My shape also changes so much (ok..so not my short legs, wide shoulders, small boobs) at different times of the month..sometimes I have a nice small waist..and then others I am a LARGE apple - depending on my bloating!! High heels are not an option for me as I suffer terribly with leg pain. Ohhhhh wouldnt mind T & S coming over and really checking my wardrobe out!
Hrm...i dont fit into any of the generic categories either. Im muscly, broad shouldered, short legs, big boobs and curvy but not large. I look stupid in maxi dresses and can only wear clothes that can hide a bra. It would be great if they did another Aussie trip....id see them!
Ok I am a classic pear shape, I'm don't think anyone will be seeing me with a long jacket to my knees (well not yet anyway)
I don't fit in any of these shapes, I think my body has made one up all on its own. I have a michelin man shape around my stomach and large breasts good legs and med butt....what type of clothes do I fit into..also being in this type of climate (Aust) it doesn't sit well to have long sleeves and long skirts all the time..please I wish they would look more closely at the average everyday types of ppl.
Well none of that is me. What about people that a straight up and down with no curves, no boobs and long legs :( how the hell do we dress??
try a simple black dress with a big wide belt just under your boobs to trick peoples eyes into thinking you have curves, also, dresses or high waisted skirts(that will also pull u in giving the illusion of curves) that end just above your knee will draw the eye down to you nice skinny legs :)
Their advice is great but very impractical in Australia's hot climate. Who wants long skirts, pants or jackets when its 30 degrees outside. Sometimes you just have to ditch fashion for cool comfort but my advice is ask someone if you look sensational or need to go back to your wardrobe and try again.
I really dislike having these water melons on my chest, I know im young but i was a very, Very bluemer, (im only 14). I have large breasts and wide hips and I have no idea what kind of clothes I need to wear to match my body shape, its crazy.
I had exactly the same body when I was 14 so I know exactly how you feel. I had a breast reduction when I was 19 but I still have big boobs and wide hips for my frame. The really good thing is that big boobs and big hips mean tiny tiny waist- so make the most of it and focus on your positives. Wear wide cinche belts at your waist- not too high or just underneath your breasts because that will make them look bigger. Cap sleeve tops or tops with some embellishment around the top of the arms will balance out your hips. Wrap dresses are great and will hide both your big hips and breasts. If you like pencil skirts, try to find one with a dark panel at the front that makes your hips look smaller. Avoid anything too low cut and find a really good bra. Oh, and remember, you're body shape is the IDEAL body shape that many women would love to have. You probably don't like it now, but trust me- you will come to love it. Good luck.
My daughter had the same problem. There are great minimiser bra's out now which really help. If you buy the Body Shape book by T & S, it really gives you some great basic idea for clothing styles and lines to look out for. By the way, you sound like the classic 'womaly' fgure which I am sure most of your friends are secretly jealous of.......... best of luck DEB
Everyone always forgets about the 'apple' shaped women who carry most of their weight around their stomachs. :(
I still don't know my body shape??
Finally... I've found my body shape. I am short waisted with very long legs, big breasts, small shoulders and thin arms but everytime I read anything on body shape it's either pear, apple, hourglass etc etc and none of them accurately describe me.
Would love to see more advice for body shapes and what to wear/ not to wear.
With you there although I have got good shoulders. However, I still don't know what body shape I am either!