Almost all of us have the habit of accumulating thousands of Instagram outfit pictures of our style icons or creating elaborate Pinterest boards of clothes we want to buy. However, a lot of times something looking great on a mannequin figure might not look so good on us. It is important to understand that we all are blessed with unique body types and figures. This makes the whole process of shopping for outfits a little harder and time consuming, but so much more fun and inventive. To help you out, below are a few tips for buying clothes that complement your figure.
- Embrace your body type
We know that it is easier said than done. Everyone likes and dislikes certain things about themselves, but the key to looking great is to determine your best features and wear an outfit that accentuates them. For instance those with a pear shaped body shape like Kim Kardashian must take advantage of your beautiful shoulders and torso by wearing boat necks and strapless dresses. Conversely those with a more rectangular body shape like Natalie Portman must definitely try out pencil skirts with a beautiful side slit.
- The scale matters
Your body frame must be the determining factor behind the prints you choose to wear. It is important to scale them accordingly. If you are someone who has a larger frame you must go for larger elegant patterns, whereas if you have a smaller frame you must try out smaller beautiful design options.
- The collarbone
The collarbone is one of the most sensual looking part of your body. Whatever body type you are, you can look great by showing off your beautiful collarbones. This is precisely why we recommend open necklines. They look elegant, delicate and bold all at the same time.
- Heels that match
Wearing the right shoe is an important job; many of us might dedicate hours in our wardrobe trying to decide what heels to wear to the dinner party. A useful and quick tip is to wear heels that match your skin tone. They will provide an illusion of never-ending longer legs. If you do not own a pair of such heels it is time that you definitely invest in one.
- What, where and how to color?
Wearing the right color that complements your body type is essential. You can play around with different color tones to either up or down play your figure. A good idea would be to wear darker shades in areas you want to show off and lighter ones on places you want to hide.
- Hemlines guidelines
It is high time that you follow the hemlines guidelines; such a tongue twister it is, however the guidelines are very straightforward. The best hemline is the one the fall either right above or below the kneecap.
Do not forget that the key is to embrace your body and look great.