Petite & apple - Caryn Franklin's How to Look Good

Step Four
Wrap top
Fitted shirt
Wrap top
This is a flattering shape that wraps
the body and creates definition.
It usually appears as all in one with no
need of fastening.
Fitted shirt.
This is a classic that is adapted to suit
every body shape and is flattering to
both curvy and slender alike (your
favourite retailers will have taken your
body type into account when they
design this classic). Petite retailers will
always offer shorter lengths for instance
and tall retailers will add extra
length and cuff detail.
• Cropped trousers are a fantastic visual aid to leg elongation as are
skirts that hover around the knee, leaving almost yards of leg on show.
An A-line knee-length skirt will flatter full calves. Team with a low sling
back. (Shoes with ankle straps always shorten the leg).
• Wear a shoe that matches tonally with your skirt or trouser for extra
lengthening effect.
Don’t
• Wear boxy shapes like t-shirts or polo shirts that hide your bust and
hips and make your body look bulky and square.
• Choose double-breasted designs that will widen your tummy area.
• Choose silky tops that create sheen and make your tummy look like
a balloon.
• Choose tops with high round necks that make your bosoms look
large and low slung.
• Wear thin Lycra that is too closely fitted to the body; fleshy areas
around the body can look lumpy or roll-like.
• Wear lacy bras under smooth fabrics like jersey because your
bosoms will look mottled and noticeable.
• Ditto pants that have panels of lace across the tummy.
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