An Outfit to Flatter Each Body Type This Summer
By MARIAN KIHOGO
Tall figure type
Those with height have great length to play with. Look for well made garments that are long enough in the sleeves and in inside leg. Trousers and tops too short in the leg and torso respectively can make the taller figure look awkward. Choose gorgeous Grecian gowns which have great draping that flatter tall ladies. Also taller figures wear the maxi length incredibly well. An elegant maxi dress by Duro Olowu in this fabulous shade of green paired Jewellery by Anne's intricate fold over beaded clutch is perfect for summer!
Dress: Duro Olowu, Photo: Vogue.co.uk
Two tone beaded clutch: Jewelry by Anne. Photo: Jewelry by Anne
Petite figure type
The wrong clothes with bad proportions can swamp the petite body type. Target well cut garments specifically designed for petite frames. Also be careful with maxi and midi length garments as they can seemingly further shorten the petite frame. Invest in a great tailor who can shorten sleeves and hem lines that are too long. If you are petite, be sassy this summer in the dress below by JJ Schoeman. Throw on with the dress this fabulous apple green leather bag by Koketso.
Dress: JJ Schoeman, Photo: Ivan Naude.
Apple green leather bag: Koketso Photo: Koketso
Get more on other body types inthe Obaasema print magazine!
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