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Dressing for Your Body Type: Hourglass

If you have an hourglass shape, you are the perfect balance between a pear or apple shaped body type. You have a defined waist with equal bust and hips.

When choosing outfits, look for clothes that accentuate your even proportions and your waist. Don't wear pieces that weigh down your upper or lower body.

Styles that flatter "hourglass" shapes:

Fitted dresses. Pick one in a bold colour or fabric, and pair it with a blazer for a night out.

Short and tailored jackets. Jacket that cut or cinch at the waist will draw attention to it.

Sweaters or casual clothes with a little bit of fitting. This way you can be casual and still show off your figure.

For winter or fall coats, go for wrap style coats, or fit and flare. Pick most coats in a dark or neutral colour, but have one statement coat in a bold colour like cobalt.

Slim V-Necked shirts or dresses. The slim v will lengthen your upper body, accentuate your bust, as well as keep you proportioned. Pair a bright v-neck top/blouse with a pair of dark wash pants. Or pair a v-necked dress with opaque black tights.

Go for the classic pencil skirt. This pair with a fitted crisp white blouse, or a plain top and fitted blazer, perfect for work or a casual event.

Accentuate your curves by adding a dark belt around your waist.

Slim down your curves by wearing fitted shirts that fall around your hipbone, as these will create a more streamlined effect.


You have the most sought after shape, so wear whatever makes you feel comfortable, and beautiful. Remember to wear it with confidence.

xx
JD


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