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There’s a difference between finding clothes you like and finding clothes that like you.

Everyone knows that the right outfit can make you feel a million dollars, and feeling a million dollars can make all the difference when it comes to how you fare in life. Confidence is key to success, so let’s get that wardrobe of yours sorted in 5 easy steps!

All shapes and sizes

THE 5 STEP GUIDE

Body shape gives you clues as to your best clothing silhouette and knowing where to place horizontal lines and vertical lines. Understanding your body shape vs clothing shape is the first step to knowing how to dress impeccably. There are 2 different body shape categories and 6 different body shapes. Hover on the shapes to see the description, and find your body shape

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Body shape A
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Body shape V
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Body shape X
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H

Shoulders, waist, and hips appear to have the same width.

THINGS TO BUY: A well-proportioned body can wear any design lines
THINGS TO AVOID: Watch for horizontal lines if you’re big busted or you have a belly
O

Waist appear wider than the shoulders and hips.

THINGS TO BUY: Horizontal lines at the shoulders and hips, vertical lines from shoulders to hips, princess seams that start mid armhole
THINGS TO AVOID: Horizontal lines at the waist. Raglan sleeves (vertical lines). Princess seams that start at the shoulders
V

Shoulders appear wider than both waist and hips.

THINGS TO BUY: Horizontal lines at waist and hips. Vertical lines at the shoulders. Princess seams that start mid shoulder
THINGS TO AVOID: Horizontal lines at shoulders. Vertical lines that start just below the bust to hips. Princess seams that start mid armhole
A

Hips appear wider than both the shoulders and waist.

THINGS TO BUY: Horizontal lines at the shoulders. Vertical lines that go through the hip area. Princess seams that start mid armhole.
THINGS TO AVOID: Horizontal lines at the hips. Vertical lines at the shoulders only (raglan sleeves). Princess seams that start mid shoulder.
X

Waist appears much smaller than the shoulders and the hips that are angular.

THINGS TO BUY: Most design lines.
THINGS TO AVOID: Raglan sleeves and horizontal lines at the hips
S

Waist appears much smaller than the shoulders and the hips that are curvy.

THINGS TO BUY: Most design lines
THINGS TO AVOID: Raglan sleeves and horizontal lines at the hips

Face shapes has 2 categories and each category has 4 different face shapes.

Square Face Shape
Rectangular face shape
Oval face shape
Triangular face shape
Heart face shape
Diamond face shape
Pear face shape
Square
  • Widest part of the jawline is equal to the widest part of the forehead
  • Sides are straight
  • Hairline at forehead is straight
  • Forehead and/or cheek area are flat
  • The widest distance from between the widest part of the forehead and the widest part of the jawline should be similar to length distance between the forehead and jawline
THINGS TO BUY: Anything angular: prints, necklines, shoes, pockets… If it’s got sharp corners then it’s your friend.
THINGS TO AVOID: All things curved. Wavy lines and soft shapes don’t do you any favours.
Rectangle
  • Widest part of the jawline is equal to the widest part of the forehead
  • Sides are straight
  • Hairline at forehead is straight
  • Forehead and/or cheek area are flat
  • Face is longer than it is wide
THINGS TO BUY: Anything angular: prints, necklines, shoes, pockets… If it’s got sharp corners then it’s your friend.
THINGS TO AVOID: All things curved. Wavy lines and soft shapes don’t do you any favours.
Round
  • Jawline is softly rounded
  • Hairline is softly rounded
  • Cheekbones are the widest part of the face
  • The length of the face is longer than the width of the cheekbones
THINGS TO BUY: Things with curved forms & lines: prints, necklines, shoes, pockets… anything with soft lines will work well for you.
THINGS TO AVOID: Angular shapes, patterns, and lines don’t flatter someone with this face shape.
Oval
  • Jawline is rounded and wide
  • Hairline is rounded and wide
  • Cheekbones are the widest part of the face and are curved
  • The length of the face is similar to the width of the cheekbones
THINGS TO BUY: Things with curved forms & lines: prints, necklines, shoes, pockets… anything with soft lines will work well for you.
THINGS TO AVOID: Angular shapes, patterns, and lines don’t flatter someone with this face shape.
Triangle
  • Broad or wide forehead
  • Narrow chin
  • Prominent cheekbones
THINGS TO BUY: Things with curved forms & lines: prints, necklines, shoes, pockets… anything with soft lines will work well for you.
THINGS TO AVOID: Angular shapes, patterns, and lines don’t flatter someone with this face shape.
Diamond
  • Narrow forehead
  • Pointy chin
  • Prominent cheekbones
THINGS TO BUY: Things with curved forms & lines: prints, necklines, shoes, pockets… anything with soft lines will work well for you.
THINGS TO AVOID: Angular shapes, patterns, and lines don’t flatter someone with this face shape.
Heart
  • Forehead is the widest part of the face
  • Hairline is softly rounded and may have a widow’s peak
  • Chin is narrow
THINGS TO BUY: Anything angular: prints, necklines, shoes, pockets… If it’s got sharp corners then it’s your friend.
THINGS TO AVOID: All things curved. Wavy lines and soft shapes don’t do you any favours.
Pear
  • Forehead is narrow and softly rounded
  • Cheeks are full
  • Chin is wide and softly rounded
THINGS TO BUY: Anything angular: prints, necklines, shoes, pockets… If it’s got sharp corners then it’s your friend.
THINGS TO AVOID: All things curved. Wavy lines and soft shapes don’t do you any favours.
color skin hair eye color

Understanding the colour of your skin, hair and eyes gives you clues as to what colours enhance the colours of your skin, hair and eyes.

What is body proportion? The well-proportioned adult is 8 heads. Many women are longer or shorter in one or more areas and it is this knowledge that gives you the clues.

Top of head to chin – 1 head
Chin to Bust – 1 head
Bust to Waist – 1 head
Waist to Crotch – 1 head
Crotch to Knees – 2 heads
Knees to Floor – 2 heads

BODY PROPORTIONS

Frame size can be small, medium and large.

Understanding your body frame size is the third clue to determining the scale of prints and accessories.

BODY FRAME SIZE

WHAT NEXT?

So you’ve worked out your physical characteristics, but what are you supposed to do with that information? Well, this is where the fun begins, and where you can start using what you know to build a wardrobe that loves you as much as you love it. You’ll find a wealth of resources in my blog, but if it’s all a bit overwhelming then why not read my e-book, book a one-to-one consultation, or sign up for one of my online courses.

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Beauty Fashioned Simply — The Science Of Dressing Impeccably — Workbook

Are you ready to start Wearing Your Greatness and tap into your confidence and personal power? The easiest way to do that is to wear clothes that enhance your natural beauty.

Beauty Fashioned Simply — The Science Of Dressing Impeccably — Workbook gives you the step-by-step process. It explains the 5 Body Elements that give you clues to determine what design lines and colors enhance your body. This workbook is full of exercises to help you determine your 5 Body Elements and the clues they give you.

When you are finished you will understand what design lines and colors will enhance your body so you can tap into your confidence and personal power.

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Wardrobe consutaltions & personal shopping

You know you want to start Wearing Your Greatness today. You want to create that closet full of clothes you love to wear because you understand clothes change how you feel. You’re ready to tap into your confidence and personal power everyday because you want to share your Greatness with the world, to create impact and make it a better place to live.

But something is stopping you.

The good news is we can figure it out together. I can help you determine your 5 Body Elements and the clues they give you.

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