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 [...]

  Maternity Capsule by aileenlane featuring bangle bracelets I was asked recently for a list of the essential buys for an expectant Moms wardrobe. So here goes: 5-6 Tops designed specifically for pregnant women and go with jeans and skirt below – Try to go for plainer tops that you can layer or add accessories [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Slim Rectangle/ Straight Up & Down Figure by Aileen Lane featuring messenger bags This body shape is also referred to as lean column or I body shape. As  a slim rectangle you have many different options in clothes though those that make you look more shapely and add curves will work best. Fabrics with surface [...]

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 [...]

Do you struggle to lose weight even though you do vigorous exercise several times a week? Many of my clients complain that they just can’t lose the extra weight no matter how much they exercise and I patiently explain that its probably because they are eating more calories than they are burning. Its simple really e.g. 1 [...]

Are you a size UK 16 or above and living here in Singapore? If so, then I know one of your biggest complaints will be finding modern and flattering clothes that fit. Aside from Marks and Spencers there aren’t a lot of other options though I have found Double Spring Enterprise at Holland Road Shopping [...]

Complimentary Colours by Aileen Lane on Polyvore.com Colour is a great way to add interest and individuality to your outfit. While it may appear difficult, it is actually quite easy to do using a simple colour wheel which can be purchased at any arts and crafts store. Direct Complimentary Colours: Directly accross from each other [...]