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8 steps to looking stylish no matter what size and shape you are.

Step 1 - Love Who You Are

Many people ignore the fact that the idealized body images that surround us are just that - idealized - and don't represent what the majority of us are really like. Many of us find ourselves in a relentless pursuit of the elusive perfect figure - leaving us chronically dissatisfied with our appearance. This often results in low self-esteem and a lack of confidence.

The truth is, the vast majority of people don't have (and won't ever have) "perfect" bodies.

Most of us are much more likely to talk and get to know somebody who is friendly and approachable rather than a more physically attractive self-centered person. Our personality and behavior count for a lot. We need to accept ourselves for who we are and what we're meant to look like.

Recognize your attributes and make the most of them rather than dwelling on imperfections. Your attitude towards yourself makes a big difference. Lack of confidence in your appearance can lead you to behave in defensive ways that appear unfriendly and aloof, and this behavior is likely to put people off rather than your appearance.

Believing in yourself and feeling good about the way you look will help to automatically send off more positive signals about the person you really are. So don't waste any more time trying to be a second class somebody else and get on with being a first class you.

Step 2 - Learn How to Flatter Your Body Shape

Firstly you need to identify your body shape.  There are basically six common body shapes, and a couple of vertical variations.  However please remember, that you may not completely conform to one of the shapes.  You may be a combination of a couple of shapes.

By recognizing your assets you can choose clothes to flatter them and camouflage parts you don't want to emphasize.  Here's a few simple tips from our image stylists.  There's many more to come . . .

If you have the classic triangle shape, you will want to balance your hips by widening your shoulders. There's also several rules you need to follow for top and jacket lengths, and skirt and pant styles.

If you've an inverted triangle frame, with wide shoulders, perhaps a big bust and narrow hips, you'll need to widen your hips.  Choosing pants and skirts in the right color, fabric and style will have a big impact on your overall look.  There's also certain types of top styles and dress styles you need to avoid so your shoulders don't look even wider.

If you have the classic oval shape (broader through the middle and upper torso, with no waist indentation and often with a full bust and sloping shoulders) then there's lots you can do to minimize your stomach area and elongate your overall body length.  For starters you need to concentrate on vertical lines and avoid tucked in tops.

A diamond body shape is characterized by narrow shoulders and a small bust and back, with most of the weight distributed through the midriff and waist area. If you have a diamond shape you should avoid anything overly fitted, patterned, contrasting or tailored through the waist.

The hourglass figure is usually every woman's dream, but depending on the proportions, can be difficult to dress. An hourglass lady can look wonderful or tarty depending on her clothes style.  She needs to avoid clingy/too tight tops and anything with straight darts.

 

If you have an athletic figure and not much waist definition, then you have a rectangle shape. You want to avoid cropped jackets that end at the waist and choose dresses and tops which define the waist and make you look more curvy.

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Step 3 - choose colors which suit you Your skin tone and hair color can make a big impact on how your clothes look on you. Every woman should know what colors are becoming to her, and know her own seasonal palette. Color can then be the used as the guide for: Purchasing clothes Choosing make-up to enchance your skin tone Choosing a new hair color or highlights Many fashion consultants and stylists use the season pallette system to classify a woman's coloring, which is determined from her hair, skin and eye color. Autumn: Look good in rich, warm, golden colors, light and dark in tones both muted and vivid, particularly camel and most shades of the browns Winter: No woman can wear a Pure White as beautifully Winter can. They also look great in dark, vivid, and bright colors. Spring: Look good in colors which are bright and daring and definitely not all shy pastels.  Summer: Look best in soft colors and all the pastels, plus some muted dark colors

 Step 4 - Shape your body with
good underwear

Take time to find bras that fit and provide the support that you need.  It is well worth the time and effort to get properly fitted, as most women choose the wrong size and end up with bulges or sags in the wrong places.  Your bust can be your greatest asset, or your worst, depending on your underwear.

Same with your knickers. There's nothing worse than a defined panty line under a nice pair of jeans or dressy pants or skirt.  If you are prone to saddle bags or cellulite, then try some of the fabulous new shape wear. It's a long way from the uncomfortable girdles our grandmothers use to wear and can take you down a size or two and give you a wonderful silhouette without the cost of plastic surgery.

Step 5 - Choose the right accessories

You can change the mood and impression of an outfit with accessories. However it is important to choose the right ones for your shape and size.  Long necklaces only accentuate a large bust.  Choker necklaces are wrong if you have a short neck.  If you have sallow skin or bags under your eyes, don't wear black close to your face.  Add a bright scarf or necklace to enhance your skin color.

Shoes also have a big impact on your overall look.  Pointed toes will make your legs look longer.  When wearing pants, wear shoes in the same tonal color to extend your leg length.

Purses and handbags can make or break an outfit.  There's casual choices, corporate choices, evening choices.  The color, fabric and style of your bag is important, as is functionality.

Step 6 - give your wardrobe a makeover

This does not necessarily mean tossing everything and spending a fortune on new clothes.  Most of us have numerous items that we can still wear, but we may need to team and accessorize them differently.  It's a case of ensuring you have a few core essential items - like well fitted flattering jeans, a well tailored suit and a classic dress - and mixing and matching jackets, shoes, tops and accessories to provide a range of looks for all sorts of occasions.

Step 7 - get grooming

Probably the most essential rule of all is your grooming. 

Your hands and nails must be clean and neat whenever you step outside the front door. 

Your feet need to be moisturized and toenails trimmed and finished with gloss varnish (or buffed) every time you expose them in open toed shoes.  Your legs should be hairless and your skin soft and non-flaky. 

Your hair should be clean, combed and cut in a style to suit your face, neckline, age and body shape. Your hairs style and color can have a significant impact on your overall look and apparent age.

The trend with make-up these days is less is more, but there are still a few guidelines to follow for accentuating eyes, lips and cheekbones and camouflaging spots and scars.

Step 8 - get the right advice

Do you want to know how to look fantastic now?  Do you want to wear clothes and accessories which really flatter you? Do you want to look slimmer, taller, sexier, more stylish?

Then the time has come to get more expert advice from our image consultants. 

These eight talented ladies have transformed thousands around the world into gorgeous stylish women. 

Now it's your turn.

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