HOW TO DRESS THE APPLE SHAPED BODY

If you have not read the ‘Finding your body type’ article, head on over and do that first!

GENERAL RULES FOR YOUR BODY SHAPE AND HOW TO CREATE VISUAL BALANCE:

Follow your bodyline – avoid details around bust, tummy and hips. Keep detail in top and lower thirds.

• Keep the clothing line straight to slightly fitted, but fabric soft so you avoid unnecessary bulk around the bosom, waist and tummy
• Keep details above the bust line and below the hip line – for everything in between keep it plain and simple
• The shoulders need attention so you should balance them from the front and side views
• Keep your silhouette fitted under bust and as well below your arms and along your waist
• Splits at waist work wonder

YOU SHOULD AVOID:

• Wearing belts whether big or small
• Sleeves which finish next to your bust
• Any details, fuss and volume near bust, tummy or hip area e.g. no lapels, double breasted coats or jackets, high-waisted trousers or waistbands
• Skirt above knee length
• Clothing that finishes at your fullest points e.g. jackets, cardigans
• Excessive fabric in the mid section
• Gathered or tiered skirts
• Clutch bags or shoulder bags
• Petite shoes, kitten heels, boots with buckles, Uggs boots

HERE ARE SOME EXAMPLES FOR YOU!