Dressing An Hourglass or X Shape by aileenlane featuring a sequin skirt Characteristics of the type: Waist is 10 inches smaller than shoulders & hips Shoulder and hips are relatively as wide as each other Bottom and thighs are curved and weight gain tends to be in these area’s Bust tends to be on [...]

I was out shopping with one of my lovely clients Ann on Thursday when I came across another option for curvy girls here in Singapore – Ms. Read  which caters for UK sizes 12-24. I had a quick browse though and I was delighted to note that there were some nice professional options for the curvier lady. [...]

If you have a long body then the goal will be to reduce visual length of your body and create the illusion of longer legs to bring your body back in balance. To determine if your body is long or short: 1. Get your height. 2. Get height from floor to your break of leg [...]

One Shoulder Trend by Aileen Lane featuring alexander mcqueen handbags The one shoulder trend is huge at the moment and it is such an elegant neckline. There are a few things you should know when wearing this neckline to help you make the most of the trend: Also known as toga, this neckline tends to [...]

Big Bust – What To Wear by Aileen Lane featuring racerback tank tops Being well endowed myself, I have much experience in knowing what works and what doesn’t. The first thing thats really important is a great bra – I know its been said a million times but it is the most important thing. I [...]

Colour blocking is a huge trend at the moment and if you know how to work the blocks than you can balance you body to look your best. The trendiest looks involve using bright primary shades in contrasting colours but as we all know, the trends don’t always work with our body shape. If you [...]

I finally found a jumpsuit that I look half decent in. They are huge at the moment but its almost impossible to find one that works with my figure of eight body shape. I had almost given up the quest but they look so cute on some girls, mainly the tall, slim ones  and they [...]

I was asked recently for another post on complimentary colours for a person with winter colouring and an hourglass figure with a classic/ slight dramatic style personality – See some outfits I put together below and some comments on why they work. More Complimentary Colours by Aileen Lane on Polyvore.com 1. Put colour where you [...]

Vintage by Aileen Lane featuring vintage style hats I am not often asked about vintage shopping and I think this is because you are either a big fan and spend your spare time cruising the likes of granny’s loft or like myself, you like the idea but are a little scared. Yes, it can go [...]

I have known Dr. Joyce Knudesn since before I started my Image business in late 2005. It never ceases to amaze me how much energy, enthusiasm and drive this woman has. If only it could be bottled! I completed my initial image training with Dr. Joyce and she has remained a friend and mentor throughout [...]