How to Dress an Oval Shaped Body

Oval

A classic oval is broader through the middle and upper torso, with no waist indentation and often with a full bust and sloping shoulders. You’ll be surprised to find out how much you can do to minimize your stomach area and elongate your overall body length.

Do

• Wear lighter or brighter colors under a dark jacket or sweater, for that attractive pop of color.
• Wear vertical lines: seams, zippers, stripes, lightweight scarves, and long necklaces in flattering colors down the center of your body.
• Wear tops and sweaters that drape, are tunic-length, and have structured shoulders.
• Wear V-necklines that draw the eye inward and put the focus on your beautiful face. (But not so low that they pull the focus onto “the girls.”)
• Try a sturdy body slimmer to pull in the tummy and midriff section. There are great brands to choose from in lingerie departments or specialty stores.
• Wear light, bright, and shiny colors by your face, using necklaces, earrings, scarves, and lip color.

Do not

• Wear anything overly fitted or tailored through the waist.
• Wear clothes that are too tight or too baggy; they will not do you any favors. You need the perfect fit, even if a tailor has to be called in occasionally to do the job.
• Wear very long necklaces or other accessories that put the focal point at the waist.
• Wear all black, all the time. It fools no one and there are so many lovely colors that will make your skin glow and your eyes sparkle!
• Neglect your posture; always walk, stand, and sit up straight.

From Look Good Now and Always; A do-it-yourself style makeover for busy women
Copyright 2014 by Marian Rothschild

Excerpt from Chapter 3: Secrets of Shape, Line, & Body Type

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