Figure Style & Figure Style & Proper DressingProper DressingOnly when a part of the body is out of proportion to the Only when a part of the body is out of proportion to the rest of the body does it become a problem area. Size is rest of the body does it become a problem area. Size is not important- proportion is. Look at your body with not important- proportion is. Look at your body with positive attitude. For instance: there are no big hips, only positive attitude. For instance: there are no big hips, only small shoulders. Each can be made to look proportional small shoulders. Each can be made to look proportional with the proper techniques.with the proper techniques.

TERMS TO KNOWTERMS TO KNOW

EmphasizeEmphasize DeemphasizeDeemphasize ScaleScale HarmonizeHarmonize Raglan Sleeves-Raglan Sleeves- ContrastContrast Full skirts-Full skirts- Bloused topsBloused tops TunicTunic High fashionHigh fashion GathersGathers

BodiceBodice Set-in sleevesSet-in sleeves Dolman-Dolman- BlousonBlouson ElongatedElongated Double-breastedDouble-breasted YokesYokes TuckingTucking SmockingSmocking RoucheRouche

Blouson Gathering Blouson Gathering

TALL & HEAVYTALL & HEAVY

Easy fit with not too much extra fabricEasy fit with not too much extra fabric Soft, flared skirts to direct eye upward, not Soft, flared skirts to direct eye upward, not

too fulltoo full Wear narrow self-fabric belt or none at all to Wear narrow self-fabric belt or none at all to

deemphasize the waistlinedeemphasize the waistline Emphasize the face: V-neck is a good choiceEmphasize the face: V-neck is a good choice Long sleeves create vertical interestLong sleeves create vertical interest Use scale to harmonize with figure sizeUse scale to harmonize with figure size Wear big pockets and raglan sleevesWear big pockets and raglan sleeves

TALL & SLENDERTALL & SLENDER

Layering is especially good for youLayering is especially good for you Avoid heavy shoes; these make you look Avoid heavy shoes; these make you look

thinnerthinner Bold contrast in separates to cut heightBold contrast in separates to cut height Long tunics and contrasting jacketsLong tunics and contrasting jackets High fashionHigh fashion Boots hide skinny legsBoots hide skinny legs Makes sure nothing is too shortMakes sure nothing is too short

SHORT & HEAVYSHORT & HEAVY

• Emphasize neckline and VERTICAL lineEmphasize neckline and VERTICAL line• Define waist subtly; slim skirts, with Define waist subtly; slim skirts, with

gathers at front or back, not sidesgathers at front or back, not sides• Wear smooth, closely fitted bodiceWear smooth, closely fitted bodice• Vertical line (continuous)Vertical line (continuous)• Set-in sleevesSet-in sleeves• Wear a single color, neat printsWear a single color, neat prints

SHORT & SLIM

– High round neckline and lots of detail– Full skirts and unbelted coats– Full sleeves to hide thin upper arms– Short, stand –out jackets and vests– Keep scale of trims and accessories SMALL

FULL BUSTFULL BUST

No horizontal stripesNo horizontal stripes Easy fit but not too much fullness over bustEasy fit but not too much fullness over bust May wear tucked styles and flattering necklinesMay wear tucked styles and flattering necklines Dolman or raglan sleevesDolman or raglan sleeves Wrap styles for longer look and adjustable fitWrap styles for longer look and adjustable fit Modified blouson for softness and an elongated lookModified blouson for softness and an elongated look Avoid double breasted jacketsAvoid double breasted jackets Avoid wide beltsAvoid wide belts Avoid light colored tops over dark tops (dark Avoid light colored tops over dark tops (dark

emphasizes lightness)emphasizes lightness)

FLAT BUSTFLAT BUST

Shoulder fit is importantShoulder fit is important Fullness over bustFullness over bust Yokes with gathers, tucking, smocking, etc.Yokes with gathers, tucking, smocking, etc. Soft, full necklinesSoft, full necklines Bows and rufflesBows and ruffles Pockets at bust will make bust appear largerPockets at bust will make bust appear larger No clinging fabricsNo clinging fabrics

HEAVY UPPER ARMSHEAVY UPPER ARMS

– Sleeves with fullness (avoid tight, set-in Sleeves with fullness (avoid tight, set-in sleeves)sleeves)

– May wear extended shouldersMay wear extended shoulders– Dolman or raglan sleeves give more room and Dolman or raglan sleeves give more room and

comfortcomfort– Shoulder and neckline detailShoulder and neckline detail

SHORT WAISTSHORT WAIST

– Blouson styles look goodBlouson styles look good– Wear raised or lowered waistWear raised or lowered waist– Hip length to finger length jackets for longer Hip length to finger length jackets for longer

looklook– One tone top to bottomOne tone top to bottom– One piece dressesOne piece dresses– V-neckline and long collarsV-neckline and long collars

LONG WAIST Deemphasize: do not wear skinny

sweaters Wide belts Empire waists Boxy, longer jackets Broad collar effects

LARGE WAIST

One color dress, jacket, or vest to hide sides of waist

Avoid large, contrasting belts If belts must be worn choose same color or

self fabricBlouson styles are good

LARGE HIPSLARGE HIPS

Long lines in skirtsLong lines in skirts Interesting detail in blouse to draw attention Interesting detail in blouse to draw attention

upup Slightly flared skirtsSlightly flared skirts Easily fitted skirts, wrapsEasily fitted skirts, wraps Avoid straight skirts and pocket detailsAvoid straight skirts and pocket details Avoid tight fitting pants, slightly flared at Avoid tight fitting pants, slightly flared at

bottom is best choicebottom is best choice Wear a vest with pants, jacketWear a vest with pants, jacket

NOTE:

• No matter what the problem area, shift the attention away from that area and try to emphasize a more flattering area.

• If in doubt, try on ready-to-wear and really observe yourself in the mirror. Try several outfits and colors to determine what works best for you. It is best to dress your age and appropriate for each occasion or activity, but don’t be afraid of being creative in the process.

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