Monday, April 30, 2012

WHICH WAISTLINE WORKS FOR YOUR BODY?

When styling clients I get asked this question all the time.  There are three waistlines types:  Natural Waist, Drop Waist, and Empire Waist.  Some figure types can wear all three and others one works best for.  See the descriptions and shopping examples to learn what will flatter your figure.


Natural Waist:  Hits in your tummy area.  Typically wear pants waistlines are (though now people are wearing lower hip height pants).  

Wear this...if you have a curvy shape (waist being smaller area), busty, a pear shape, or boyish shape.  This silhouette creates curves and emphasizes a waistline.

Avoid if...if your tummy is your largest area.  The defined waist emphasizes a thicker middle.


This Halston Heritage dress has a natural waist due to the belted waist.  $242.99



This Alice + Olivia Twisted Shoulder Silk Dress natural waistline would look great with adding a belt and a large statement necklace in a bold color.  $297


Kay Unger Floral Print Twill Dress, $270


Marc New York Blue Jersey Belted Dress, $104.99



Diane von Furstenberg Carpreena Ring Stitch Dress, $365
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Empire Waist:  Sits underneath of your chest/upper abs and flows outward.  Gives the illusion of a high, defined waist and hides your bottom half.

Wear this...if you have a smaller chest, a tummy, larger hips or bottom, or are pear shaped.

Avoid if...you have a large bust.  This style draws attention to your chest and can make you look bigger all over.


Gianni Bini Minka Sleeveless Tiered Dress, $138



Laundry Empire Waist Banded Dress, $49.99



Speechless Maxi Dress
Speechless Maxi Dress, Strapless Sweetheart Printed Rosette Empire Long Gown



Drop Waist:  Is great for boyish frames and can help conceal a tummy as the empahsis is towards the bottom of the dress.

Wear this...If you are an apple shape, want to conceal your tummy, or have a boyish frame or are very thin.

Avoid if...you are curvy or pear shaped.  The shape of this cut puts a focus on your hips which will not flatter you.


Juicy Couture Sirius Print Silk Dress, $228
Juicy Couture 'Sirius' Print Silk Dress


Theory Sheer Stripe Drop Waist Dress, $265
Theory 'Frenchela - Rhapsody' Sheer Stripe Drop Waist Dress


Victoria's Secret Drop Waist Dress (numerous colors), $34.99



Vanessa Bruno Sleeveless Dress, $531

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