Our attire is a crucial aspect of our personality and social life. As humans, we have varying features and body structures. Some women are thin, some are fat, some are tall, and some have a combination of these features. Therefore, the dressing should be chosen based on body type and structure. An outfit that looks stunning on a pear-shaped figure may not suit a woman with a rectangular body type. Creating a personal style statement that enhances your figure and individuality is important. Don’t wear anything just for the sake of fashion, nor follow fashion trends blindly!
Your clothes speak volumes about you, so fill up your wardrobe according to your taste and suitability. Being fashionable is about wearing a combination of the latest trends, accessories, and an outfit that suits your body structure and personality. Fashion trends are there to help you add a little variation to your dressing, so don’t follow every trend without personal consideration.
Here are some basic tips for women with different body types:
Dressing tips for tall women
- Choose bottoms in pale, base-coloured, or earthy tones. Pair them with bright-coloured T-shirts or tops.
- To create the illusion of shorter legs, wear long tops that extend down past your hips.
- Short blazers with multiple buttons can create an illusion of a shorter upper body.
- If you’re tall and bulky with fat on the upper part of your body, wear belts just above your natural waist area. Broad belts can provide a dividing line between the upper and lower parts of your body, making you appear shorter overall.
- Avoid one-piece outfits from head to toe, as they can make you appear even taller. Instead, consider wearing knee-length high boots with skirts and dresses.
- Pants or trousers that have a cuffed appearance around the bottom can make the length of your legs appear shorter than they are.
- Choose prints that run across the width of your outfit, such as horizontal lines, to give a shorter look. Also, try to match tops and bottoms with a mixture of light and dark colour shades. Big floral prints can look flattering on taller bodies, and printed outfits can be a great option for tall ladies.
- For footwear, select flats rather than high-heeled shoes or sandals. To give the illusion of shorter legs, consider wearing strappy shoes.
- When it comes to skirts, aim for a balanced length that ends past your knee. Avoid skirts that are too short or too long, as they can add inches to your height.
- Remember: as a tall woman, you can indulge in wide belts, but it’s best to avoid tight clothes or skirts that are too short or too long.
Dressing tips for full-figured/curvy women
- Avoid stiff or heavy fabrics and opt for soft, flowing fabrics in solid colours like chiffon, georgette, polyester, or cotton silk.
- Vertical lines in clothing can create an illusion of height and slimness.
- For heavier legs, choose skirts that end at the narrowest part of the calf and have a defined shape that is not form-fitting. Skirts that end just before the ankle can also be flattering.
- Avoid clothing that is too tight or too loose.
- Choose darker colours like navy, maroon, black, brown, and dark green instead of light colours. If the upper body is heavier, wear darker shades on top and lighter shades on the bottom, and vice versa.
- A wrap top is a good option for the abs area. Avoid pleated outfits if the tummy area is problematic. Layering in the same fabric and colour can provide a slimming effect.
- Avoid sleeveless cuts and padded tops.
- Choose small prints instead of big prints.
- Dress in one colour tone (monochromatic look) or a combination of similar shades to create a slimming effect. Wear matching accessories and shoes to enhance the slimming effect.
- Women with larger hips should choose A-line cut bottoms and avoid large patterns. Choose A-line or straight skirts that are not shorter than knee length. Avoid cargo and baggy pants.
- Wear jackets, tailored suits, and shirt dresses with straight, classic cuts. If wearing a light inner with a suit, pair it with a dark blazer or jacket to create a slimming appearance. The length of the top or t-shirt should pass your hips.
- Avoid flats and opt for high to medium heels.
Dressing tips for short women
- If you have a short neck, it is recommended to choose tops with a deep neckline and a long necklace as an accessory. Tops with high collars and short necklaces that hug the neckline should be avoided.
- Clothes with all-over prints should also be avoided.
- If you want to add height to your look, you can pair a skirt or pants with a scarf that has small prints and hangs towards your legs.
- For accessories, smaller bags paired with high-heeled shoes or sandals would look flattering on short-height women. Accessorize with long dangling earrings and pendants, silky or crepe scarves, sunglasses, and shawls.
- Avoid wearing short dresses. The skirts should be longer than mid-calf, and long skirts with a fish cut would provide a sensual look to your dressing.
- Tops with nice knitted texture, laces, small floral prints, and plaids should be given preference. The use of thick vertical lines in plaids adds inches to your appearance.
- The colour contrast should not be too mild or too extreme, such as blue with red, as this would make you look timid and shorter.
- Pants or trousers should be of proper length, they should cover up the ankle. Capris or shorter pants are not a good choice for shorter women.
Dressing tips for petite women
- Fullness and softness are your tricks of illusion. Outfit that is too tight should be avoided.
- Big accessories should be worn. Boots are a good option over strappy sandals.
- Avoid clothes with vertical stripes as it would make you look thinner.
- Wear starched and thick fabrics like organza, cotton, jute, velvet, and linen.
- Go for medium-sized prints instead of huge or too-small prints.
- Dark-coloured clothes should be avoided, lighter shades are a good option.
- Sleeveless clothes should be avoided as they expose the thin arms.
- Trousers or pants with thicker material are a good option like linen, denims, and cotton. Cargo is a good option.
To sum it up
Always choose clothes that make you feel comfortable and enhance your personality. Before purchasing any outfit, it’s important to read the washing and care instructions. Experimenting with new clothes and styles is good, but it should be done in moderation. Select clothes that have proper cuts and fittings, as they can make you look sensuous, but it should be according to your figure type. Shapeless and loose T-shirts should be avoided in general. No matter what your body type is, every woman has some features that she loves most, so try to enhance those features. For example, women with heavier body structures might have a proper shape in the waist area, so they should choose outfits that enhance the waist area. The main focus should be on coordinating the perfect outfit with complementing jewellery, accessories, and footwear.
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