Archive for the ‘Rectangle/ Straight up & Down Figure’ Category

Book Review – From Head to Soul

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 [...]

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5 More Tips on Big Tummy – What To Wear?

  People seem to be very interested in my first post on this topic so I decided to give you some more idea’s on what to wear if you are concerned with a bit of a tummy: 1. Empire dresses with a thick band and some tucks/darts just below the band work well. 2. Avoid t-shirts/tops [...]

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Trinny & Susannah: The Body Shape Bible

I have Trinny & Susannah’s ‘ The Body Shape Bible’ book for several years now and I must say I do refer back to it from time to time when showing clients examples of clothes and accessories that work for them. While I don’t agree with all the recommendations in the book, there is a lot [...]

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Dressing a Rectangle Shaped Body

To add curve to a Rectangle Shaped Body (Also called Brick or H shaped Body), draw eye out at the bust and above and at the hip and below. This will make the waist look smaller. Do not place too much emphasis at waist as it will draw attention to wide rib cage. Outfit 1: [...]

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Not Your Daughters Jeans

I got an enquiry today on if Not Your Daughters Jeans have hit the shores of Singapore? The answer is unfortunately no, as far as I am aware. They can be purchased on line though, from retailers such as Neiman Marcus and many more as listed on their website. You can check out their website at [...]

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Big Is Beautiful

One of my most commonly asked questions is where can I find bigger sized clothing and shoes in Singapore. Click on attachment below to see an article I wrote for ANZA magazine on shopping for bigger sizes in Singapore. bigisbeautifilanza0001 Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Tweet [...]

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Coats that work for you

Coats are an expensive wardrobe item so its worth taking the time to work out what works for your body shape. The Fall/Winter collection has just hit the shops and now is a good time to get out there and find the perfect coat. Here is my pick from the latest offerings for different body [...]

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Big Tummy – What to wear?

One of my chief complains as an hourglass is that I have a rounded tummy (Now much worse since giving birth). I have a few tricks I keep in mind when disguising my tummy: 1. Wear empire tops that flow over tummy. 2. Avoid tucking in tops . 3. Avoid belts worn on waist – [...]

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Swimsuit outfit for Rectangle Figure

The straight up & down or rectangular figure is a dream for fashion designers as it is easy to make it look good especially when slim. The objective with this body line is to create curves by pulling the eye out at the bust line and above and out at the hip line and below; [...]

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