what to consider when learning how to dress best for your figure

Look in the mirror and make a good assessment embrace yourself and who you are

Know your assets


Whether is well-sculpted arms, a swanlike neck or a wasp waist-dress to enhance those features.

Accept yourself 



Accept the parts you are less thrilled and dress to de-emphasize  them


Be open to experimenting with new silhouettes 


Pieces you have always shunned could end up being the most flattering


CURVY


Go trim


To accentuate your figure, wear formfitting dresses and skirts that are cut diagonally, or on the bias. They should nip in at the waist, hug the hips and fall loosely over the thighs and calves.


Try it tailored


A-line shapes will downplay your lower half. Choose structured pieces with a flare that isn't too dramatic.An exaggerated trapeze shape won't do you any favors. Whatever you wear on top make sure is slim and cut close to the body to best balance a fuller cut lower half.


Work the middle


Your waist should always be well defined. A cinched-in midriff never fails to flatter: it highlights your womanly figure. Wear a belt of choose pieces with detail like beading or ruching at the waist.


Show skin on top or bottom


Be tactical about where it is revealed. A slit on the side of a gown, while showing lots of leg offers a long, lean look. highlighting your decolletage also looks sultry without being provocative.


Select solid  shades and colour-blocking

A tonnal look proves to be a winning choice.Black is always flattering. but doesn't mean color should be avoided. Add bit of bright sin the right place, mix and match solids, and avoid eye-popping patterns. Simple shades like neutral brown, black and navy look best. 


FULLER FIGURED


Consider simplicity, subtle sexiness and a little structured


Choose close to the body cuts. Caftan and sack, or boxy shapes will only add up pounds. Look for tailored pieces like fitted bottom ups, straight skirts and trousers, and wrapped dresses that skim the body and give the waist definition .


Keep it streamlined


Your clothes should be sleek-frill free and not overly adorned. Think flat-front skirts and pants, as heavy pleats too much volume look extra bulky.Pick tops that are relatively simple, without layers of ruffles and embellishments

Don draping shapes

Pliable fabrics like jersey can be your friends. You can wrap, twist, and gather a soft, stretchy fabric around your body so highlights some parts and hides others. 


Pick a basic palettes


Solid hues in lights or darks will serve you well. But don't avoid brighter altogether.A rich red is always striking: ditto lush jewel tones. big prints aren't best. So go monochromatic to create the slimmest line , or wear simple, contrasting shades like black or white.


Try a streamlined suit


Your jacket should be tailored and trim and hits at the hips. Anything oversize wont look sharp. Straight-cut pants that fall to the bottom of your heel look best.





BOYISH


The key is to create womanly curves and definition


Enhance your figure. To transform your slender physique into a more curvy shape, accentuate your middle and create the illusion of a fuller bust and hips. That means always define the waist, whether is with a dress that cinches, a top with a drop waist or a gown with a distinct empire line. V-necks emphasize cleavage.


Turn up the volume


Pieces with pleats, poufs, peplums add ladylike definition. The same goes with anything with adornment. Ruffles,  beading and bows all offer a feminine  boost to your figure.Balance anything with personality or dimension by pairing it with something more streamlined.


Trick the eye with details


Accents with wide belts, ruching and plays on color will give a touch more roundness to your shape. The same goes for a mix of textures: A combination of fabrics like lace, satin, velvet,cotton and wool adds complexity to any silhouettes.


Formfitting is the way to go


A simple tank or something that skim close to the body and reveal a  decent amount of skin gives you look a feminine air while still maintaining  elegance.


PETITE


Work to elongate and enhance a small frame


Heed hemlines. A leggy look is sure to give you the appearance of a long, lean figure. Keep your short hemline in perspective: A mini a few inches above knee level may work for the younger crowd , while just above the knee is short enough for others. On the other hand, a longer skirt or dress that may fall mid-calf or even to the floor can elongate the silhouette in a high waist , that is over the hips-is defined.


Keep the waist in focus


Note that your true waistline if not higher should be target point. A drop waist will only make you look shorter.


Stick with solids


Keep your look sleek and chic, and avoid very busy prints. You don't want to get lost in a loud pattern. Mixing solid works, and subtle details can add personality, but stay away for things overly ornate embellishment, that will detract from your figure.

Try a lots of textures

Plush fabrics like brocade, velvet, silk, lace, and chiffon can add character and fullness in the right places, and combining different fabrics will increase the richness in your look. Shun lots of layers, however, because your petite figure  will look too loaded down. When in doubt, add three inches heels.


Stay with slim-cut suits


Stay away from big-shouldered , long jackets and try pieces that are more fitted. Choose skirts that hit at the knee or inch above or below-no longer.