"Body Shape… Perfect Fit" [Diamond]

I’m really excited to discuss the next two body shapes, Diamond and Oval. I’ll be honest; the reason is because I fit into their category.  Another reason is because not that many people really talk about us curvy women. So, let’s get started with Diamond.

Diamond body type has shoulders that are narrower than your hips. Your waist is larger than your bust and hips, with small to medium breast and a flat buttock and you carry some weight in your upper legs. With a Diamond shape it is important to pay attention to your upper body because you tend to gain weight mainly in your stomach and hips, which makes your waist not very defined.

As a Diamond body type your best assets are shapely lower legs and beautiful arms. So, if you’re a Diamond shape remember these… one... balance your bust and shoulder with your waist and two…. adding curves to your upper body is important.

Ok, now what is the best clothing to buy?

Your tops should be:

• Wide V or U Neck
• Off the shoulder
• Boat Neck
• Structured shoulders and Embellishments
• Nipped waist

Your bottom should be:

• Dark colored pants or skirts
• A-line Skirt
• Straight Skirt

 Your dresses should be:

• Empire waist dresses
• Maxi

Your jackets should be:

• Tailored hip length
• Box shape also hip length

Extra tip: When picking your pants and skirts make sure they fall from the widest part of your hip plus, your pants should have simple pockets.

Jones NY Women Boat Neck Shirt $23.70

ASOS Curve Exclusive Marney Straight Leg $56.46

Gestuz Tailored Jacket $84.69

ASOS Kimono Wrap Maxi $65.87

"Body Shape… the Perfect Fit" [Pear/Triangle]

Hey guys, I’ve really been enjoying our discussions about body shapes. So we are going to add another shape to our conversation. Next on the list… Pear Shape.

Pear Body Shape [also known as Triangle] has hips and a backside that is larger than the bust and shoulders plus a well-defined waist.  This body shape some would happily call it bootylicious.  It’s important for a pear body shape to pay attention to your lower half because you tend to gain weight mainly in your bottom and legs.

As a Pear Body type your best assets are your small waist, flat stomach and shoulders that give you a beautiful feminine curves. So, if you’re a Pear shape remember these things….one… accentuate your defined waist… two... balance and proportion is key.

Ok, now what is the best clothing to buy?

Your tops should be:

• U or V-Neck
• Off the shoulder
• Slim/Fitted waists
• Button down shirts
• Cardigans
• Embellishment around the shoulders and bust
• Bright colors/bold patterns

Your bottoms should be:

• Flared or boot cut jeans
• Dark color jeans
• A-line skirts
• Pencil skirts
• Straight leg paints
• Low-rise waist

Your dress should be:

• Strapless
• Halter Neck
• Wrap dress

Your jacket should be:

• Cropped
• Jackets that ends past your waist

An extra tip: to help balance your top half with your bottom half try layers.

Express Sequin Bolt Baseball Tee $17.94

Henry Belle Ideal Boot Cut $40.00

Guess by Marciano Melody Gold Neck Gown $198.00

Very J Tweed Zippered Jacket $67.00

"Body Shape… the Perfect Fit" [Inverted Triangle]

Hi everyone lets continue our discussion about our body shapes.  We have taken on Straight Body Type and Hourglass Body Type, now its time for Inverted Triangle Body Type.

Inverted Triangle body type, also known as Wedge, has a large bust and broad shoulders. You have narrow hips and a straight waist; your bottom may tend to be on the flat side. Wedge body types has to be careful because broad shoulders can give you a hard look.  If you gain weight the weight would show around your belly and upper body.

As an Inverted Triangle your asset is beautifully shaped legs and you are easy to style.  So, if you’re an Inverted Triangle remember two things… one defined your waist and two... pick clothing that softens your shoulders.

Ok, now what is the best clothing to buy?

Your tops should be:

• V-neck
• Wrap tops
• Dark color shirts
• Shirts with banding at the waist

Your bottoms should be:

• Wide legs or boot cut
• Full or A-line skirts
• Embellished or flap pockets
• Straight or flared jeans

Your dresses should be:

• Peplums
• Mermaid
• A-line or Strapless

Your jacket should be:

• Tailored

Extra Tips:

• Wearing bright colors or prints on the lower half of your body will give you a more balanced look.
• High waist pants and jeans are great style for you.

ASOS T-Shirt with V-Neck $18.52

Medium Dark Wash bootcut Jeans $29.99

BeBe Strapless Peplum Dress $89.99

Street Chic Moto Jacket $37.80

"Body Shape... the Perfect Fit" [Hourglass]

Hey everyone, the last time we posted about body shapes we realized we needed to know more about our body shape. We started out with the Straight Body Type and as promised, we will now discuss the Hourglass Body Type. 

Hourglass body type has a shapely chest (boobylicious) and bottom that is almost of equal size and a defined waist.  Just think of the old adage that women use to say when describing their shape: 36-24-36.

As an Hourglass body type your assets are your rounded bottom and shapely legs.  So, if you’re an hourglass shape, remember two things:  one… I need to accentuate my waist and two… I need to show off my shapely legs.

Ok, now what is the best clothing to buy?

Your tops should be:

• Form-fitting shirts 
• Tailored Shirts
• Shirts with banding at the waist, V-neck, U-shape
• Wide Belts 
•  Bra with support and control

Your bottom should be:

• High-waist pants and skirts
• Pencil skirts
• Boot cut and straight leg pants
• Skinny jeans and Jeans with flap pockets
• Can wear any length dress

Your dress should be:

• Wrap dress
• Tank dress
• Strapless dress

Your Jackets should be:

• Tailored Jacket
• A-line coat

Extra Tips:

• Avoid the straight lines style, it will cover up your curves and make you appear heavy.
• To show off your curves try using proportions by adding a bit of volume to your upper and lower body.

ASOS Skater Biker Trench

A Wear V Neck Wrap Dress

ASOS Peplum Top In Scuba With Mesh Inserts

ASOS Ridley Supersoft High Waste Jeans