1. Figure Style & Proper Dressing Only when a part of the body is out of proportion to the rest of the body does it become a problem area. Size is not important- proportion is. Look at your body with positive attitude. For instance: there are no big hips, only small shoulders. Each can be made to look proportional with the proper techniques.

2. TERMS TO KNOW  Emphasize  Deemphasize  Scale  Harmonize  Raglan Sleeves-  Contrast  Full skirts-  Bloused tops  Tunic  High fashion  Gathers  Bodice  Set-in sleeves  Dolman-  Blouson  Elongated  Double-breasted  Yokes  Tucking  Smocking  Rouche

3. Blouson Gathering

4. TALL & HEAVY  Easy fit with not too much extra fabric  Soft, flared skirts to direct eye upward, not too full  Wear narrow self-fabric belt or none at all to deemphasize the waistline  Emphasize the face: V-neck is a good choice  Long sleeves create vertical interest  Use scale to harmonize with figure size  Wear big pockets and raglan sleeves

5. TALL & SLENDER Layering is especially good for you Layering is especially good for you Avoid heavy shoes; these make you look thinner Avoid heavy shoes; these make you look thinner Bold contrast in separates to cut height Bold contrast in separates to cut height Long tunics and contrasting jackets Long tunics and contrasting jackets High fashion High fashion Boots hide skinny legs Boots hide skinny legs Makes sure nothing is too short Makes sure nothing is too short

6. SHORT & HEAVY Emphasize neckline and VERTICAL lineEmphasize neckline and VERTICAL line Define waist subtly; slim skirts, with gathers at front or back, not sidesDefine waist subtly; slim skirts, with gathers at front or back, not sides Wear smooth, closely fitted bodiceWear smooth, closely fitted bodice Vertical line (continuous)Vertical line (continuous) Set-in sleevesSet-in sleeves Wear a single color, neat printsWear a single color, neat prints

7. SHORT & SLIM – High round neckline and lots of detail – Full skirts and unbelted coats – Full sleeves to hide thin upper arms – Short, stand –out jackets and vests – Keep scale of trims and accessories SMALL

8. FULL BUST No horizontal stripes No horizontal stripes Easy fit but not too much fullness over bust Easy fit but not too much fullness over bust May wear tucked styles and flattering necklines May wear tucked styles and flattering necklines Dolman or raglan sleeves Dolman or raglan sleeves Wrap styles for longer look and adjustable fit Wrap styles for longer look and adjustable fit Modified blouson for softness and an elongated look Modified blouson for softness and an elongated look Avoid double breasted jackets Avoid double breasted jackets Avoid wide belts Avoid wide belts Avoid light colored tops over dark tops (dark emphasizes lightness) Avoid light colored tops over dark tops (dark emphasizes lightness)

9. FLAT BUST  Shoulder fit is important  Fullness over bust  Yokes with gathers, tucking, smocking, etc.  Soft, full necklines  Bows and ruffles  Pockets at bust will make bust appear larger  No clinging fabrics

10. HEAVY UPPER ARMS –Sleeves with fullness (avoid tight, set-in sleeves) –May wear extended shoulders –Dolman or raglan sleeves give more room and comfort –Shoulder and neckline detail

11. SHORT WAIST –Blouson styles look good –Wear raised or lowered waist –Hip length to finger length jackets for longer look –One tone top to bottom –One piece dresses –V-neckline and long collars

12. LONG WAIST Deemphasize: do not wear skinny sweaters Wide belts Empire waists Boxy, longer jackets Broad collar effects

13. LARGE WAIST One color dress, jacket, or vest to hide sides of waist Avoid large, contrasting belts If belts must be worn choose same color or self fabric Blouson styles are good

14. LARGE HIPS Long lines in skirts Long lines in skirts Interesting detail in blouse to draw attention up Interesting detail in blouse to draw attention up Slightly flared skirts Slightly flared skirts Easily fitted skirts, wraps Easily fitted skirts, wraps Avoid straight skirts and pocket details Avoid straight skirts and pocket details Avoid tight fitting pants, slightly flared at bottom is best choice Avoid tight fitting pants, slightly flared at bottom is best choice Wear a vest with pants, jacket Wear a vest with pants, jacket

15. NOTE: No matter what the problem area, shift the attention away from that area and try to emphasize a more flattering area. If in doubt, try on ready-to-wear and really observe yourself in the mirror. Try several outfits and colors to determine what works best for you. It is best to dress your age and appropriate for each occasion or activity, but don’t be afraid of being creative in the process.

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19. Be the Best You Can Be! Take care of yourself: mentally and physically Dress your best at all times: you never know when you are making a first impression. Become aware of your “season”/”color” Enjoy your own style within your own season! Expect the best at all times because you are the best!

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