Archive for the ‘Triangle/Pear Figure’ Category

Ms. Read For Curvy Girls

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. [...]

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Long Body – What to wear?

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 [...]

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One Shoulder Trend

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 [...]

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Colour Blocking

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 [...]

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A New Take On The Little Black Dress

A New Take On the little black dress by Aileen Lane featuring ballerina flats I am sure you have considered adding a little black dress to your wardrobe and most people have 1 or many on standby for that special occassion. Why not add a little spice and consider a little black leather dress – [...]

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Casual Capsule for Pear/ Triangle

I was asked recently to put together a capsule for a reader who wants options other than a maxi dress. As  a slim triangle, a great alternative is a maxi skirt. Keep the skirt A-line in shape and avoid volume e.g. prairie or gypsy styles. You can change your tops to create a completely different outfit. The [...]

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Dressing A Triangle (A Shape)

Outfit 1: Maxi dresses can work well for the triangle or pear shaped body if you keep a few guidelines in mind; chose styles with embellishment and detail at the bust line or above and choose a style with an A Line skirt without too much volume. Outfit 2: High neck tops with detail tend [...]

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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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