dressing for your BODY SHAPE

I added my measurements on the online body calculator on the Westfield Site. 

My body shape is Rectangle. 

The rectangle is straight up and down. With buxom boobs and endless legs, you can get away with most styles. However, if you crave more curves, simply create the illusion with the right clothing. Think: Cameron Diaz, Nicole Kidman.

Make white work for you this summer. Wear white on white for effortless chic or white accessories to brighten up your outfit.

• Do create curves with draping, asymmetric shapes and flouncy hemlines.
• Do go for tie waist or belted jacket as they will give the illusion of a waistline. Make sure it shows enough of what is underneath to break up your torso too.
• Do go for wrap dresses that tie under the bust line. They are perfect for creating a feminine shape and definition.
• Do extend the echo of curve right down to your footwear with elegant curvy shoes.
• Don’t go for anything masculine, boxy or formless.
• Don’t go for strapless style as they will emphasise your square shoulders. Instead choose round necklines which are much more flattering on you.
• Don’t go for vertical stripes as they can make you look lanky and shapeless. Instead go for horizontal lines work much better in creating shape.

Tips & Tricks

• 3/4 length sleeves show off the delicate part of your arms adding femininity to your shape.
• Long scarves are great for breaking up your body and creating movement.
• Stripes at varying thickness will give the illusion of curve.
• Knot detailing is great for adding shape and beautiful folds in fabric that will soften your shape and make you feel feminine.

I always thought I was more an hour glass shape.