What's The Difference Between Fashion and Style

Fashion/trend fades and changes with each season  ~ Style is eternal!



Style means an individual taste and self code of what they want to represent.

Style is eternal because it's based on an individual taste and character. 

It's comprised of self-love, confidence, and       self-personality and expression.

Style means an individual taste and self code of what they want to represent. 

Style is eternal because it's based on an individual taste and character.
It's comprised of self-love and confidence, and self-personality and expression.


Life moves on and so does Technology and fashion.
I wore this trend back in the 70's and you couldn't tell me I wasn't beautiful.

But would I or you wear it today?
I had my first platform pair of shoes when I was around 15y, and I remember, it was so high, I couldn't even walk on them, I was holding on the wall as I dragged my self along but wouldn't take them off for nothing in the world because it was the Trend!!!

I could've broken my ankle but "NOooooo" I had to stand my ground for the sake of Trend! :-))*
 My cousin use to wear his bell-bottom so wide, that one day his foot got caught on the edge of his pants and he fell flat on his face. :-)))*


Taste is better than money ~ and ~ Style dominates Trend anytime!!!

A person with Style:
A person with a personal Style is a leader, who knows what they want and like and no-one can tell them otherwise. Style comes from within and its the clothing chosen in the stores by one's taste and what suits and flatters one's personality and body shape.

A person with Style of their own may see the trend they like and will capture the idea put a little twist to it and may even add it to their wardrobe, but in their own way.
A person with their own personal Style is always in-fashion and admired by everyone everywhere they go because of their individuality and self-confidence.
A person with self Style could care less if their wallet can afford those expensive name brands because with their sel-confidense and personal Style they'll make it work and for sure make a statement with whatever they can afford, because taste is better than money.

A Trendy person:
For example is the style that everyone is wearing!

Were are the 60's and 70's platform shoes and extra wide bell-bottom pants that we couldn't even walk on them? Where are the afros, big hair and caw licking styles?
Where are those crazy shoulder pads and colorful clothes of the 80's?
So do you see now what I'm talking about, it comes and it goes just as fast!

Fashion/trend means what's ~ in ~  this season, and what the Fashion Icons are wearing, That doesn't mean we have to follow.
Although it's much more common for people to be Trendy especially teenagers, we should always strive to be a Stylist and a Fashionista of our own body type and lifestyle.

A Trendy person means they're a follower who has no idea of what they like or suits their body shape and are afraid to take chances or make mistakes, so they take the easy way out by being a copycats. They'll keep up with all the trend of the moment wether its appropriate or not, could care less if it looks good on them or not as long as they inherit the name Trendy. That means you're a follower who just wanna be hippie and go with the flow.

They want to be immediately recognized for the Fashion shown on Run Ways, Magazines or as seen in Stores.A Trendy person all look the same except: colors and quality difference.Those who have money will buy those expensive name brands, and the less fortunate ones will try to imitate it with those cheap knock-offs qualities.

We're the ones to decide what we should or shouldn't wear not the Fashion industries,  Icons, Media, Run Ways or anyone else for that matter!!!
We're the ones to decide what is beneficial and constructive to our taste, lifestyle and what we represent.

"Everything is permissible" - but not everything is beneficial. "Everything is is permissible "- but everything is constructive". 1 Corinthians 10:23

What Flatters An Apple Shaped Woman

An Apple shaped woman is similar to an Oval shaped woman

The best way to dress your self is to get to know your body and spend a little time in the Stores trying different cuts and styles and see what looks best on you.

 Style isn't about spending a lot of money, it's about being presentable, having fun, loving your self and showing good examples for others.                                                                   Even if you don't like to dress-up you should do it to represent your job, for your husband,  family and friends. Getting dressed is not all about you, it also affects those around you.

An Apple woman has a narrow shoulders and hips, round stomach short waist line and usually with slim legs.                                                                                                Do wear statement jewelry and shorter dresses and skirts to showcase your beautiful legs and to take away the attention from your midsection.

                                                                                                                                                                                      Unlike the Pear shaped woman that carries all the weight on their hips and thigh, the Apple shaped woman carries all their weight on their stomach  and upper area leaving them with a round body and a slim legs.

Monochromatic Color scheme is great for you body

 a)- it creates a sliming visual effect

b)- one piece in a solid color is best 

 c)- or mix and match with a monochromatic color scheme  

A-line and empire dresses look best on your body 

when choosing Dresses your best fabrics are 

a)-Cotton 

b)- a little stretch 

 it gives you a nice flow to hide your flaws and manages to show your nice curve

Best Tops for you   

 loose and solid colors with a very little to none details

V-neck and wrap looks good on every woman, but it looks amazing on you

Best Jackets

light fabric double breast solid color no shoulder pads with very details

Your Jackets and Tops should be long enough to touch your hips to hide the flaws of  your stomach and make you look slimmer. 

Best Skirts

structured skirts

Boot Cut Jeans and loose Dress Pants

~ stay away from tight fitting pants ~ 

go for loose fit not baggy, these are great to balance your body shape

Best Swimsuit

What to Avoid: 

a)-shoulder pads

        b)-thick sweaters and jackets 

   c)-clingy and chunky fabrics

    d)-ruffles and too many details  

               e)-chunky fabrics makes you look bigger

               f)-clothes that narrow too much at the waist

"Remember your Creator in the days of your youth, before the days of trouble come and the years approach when you will say, "I find no pleasure in them" Ecclesiastes 12

    

What Flatters An Oval Shaped Woman

                                   Oval or Diamond Shape

Oval woman appears to be round especially around the waist
with an undefined waist line.
The shape has a high stomach with love handles giving an appearance of pregnant.


The main goal on an Oval shaped woman is to create a Style that visually elongates the body by drawing attentions away from your middle area and putting it all on the head, neck and shoulders.

No matter your body shape, if you have the right clothing with a little effort you can be walking on your own Red Carpet at any time or anywhere.
I don't think there's a woman in the world that doesn't like to look pretty, the problem is:
Because they don't know what to do, or what flatters their body, or allowing the critics of others to make them have a low self-esteem, so they decide to hide their body by neglecting it and loosing all the fun life has to offer.

Everyone is different and beautiful in their own way. God made us all unique!
We should never allow others to put us down and making us feel less then perfect no matter what!!! We were all placed in this world to live and enjoy life as well as any one else.
Don't allow lack of confidence to rob you of life's enjoyment with your family and friends by your Style negligence. Presentation is very important in life, it takes you half way to where you want to go. Don't get dressed just to be covered or just to be decent, strive to look your best for yourself-confidence, your professional appearance respect, your husband's enjoyment, example for your children, friends and family.

Earrings and Necklaces:

Bright Statement color earrings and necklaces are great for you because it takes the attention of your mid section

Beautiful Dresses For Your Body:

Beautiful Fun Tops

Long tops with belts
Tops that are full and flowing around the bust
Tops with embellishment around the bust and shoulders
Off the shoulder, boat neck, wide V and U neck style are great

                                     
Wide -Leg Pants Look Amazing on You

A-Line Skirts Look Great on You:

Best Swimsuit For You: Go ahead and enjoy the beach again in Style :-)))*
Try Miracle swimsuits they are great and gives you an instant 10 pounds visual slimming.
No need to hide your body these swimsuits will look great on you

Avoid:   
a)-high neckline clothes
b)-pleated skirts and large belts
c)-narrow or tapered pants
d)-hight waisted pants (mama's jeans)
e)-tucking fitted tops and puff jackets
f)- bright colors around the waist

"Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the whole "duty" of man.
For God will bring every deed into judgement, including every hidden thing whether it is good or evil".  Ecclesiastes 12:13-14

What Flatters An Hourglass Shaped Woman

With an Hourglass figure, not much is needed your slim waist and curvy shape is your beauty!  

Hourglass Shape

The hip and bust are almost of equal size with a narrow waist. Body fat distribution tends to be around both the upper body and lower body. This body type enlarges the arms, chest, hips, and rear before other parts, such as the waist and upper abdomen.

There are many ways to Flatter your beautiful Hourglass shape!
It all depends on what you're looking for: Elegance or Seductive

Hourglass figure is known to be "The" most appealing shape by male and female

Not only because of it's beautiful shape but, it's also considered as a strongest athletic and most muscular figure because of it's natural balance shape. 

A study of the shapes of over 6,000 women, carried out by researchers at the North Carolina State University circa 2005, found that 46% were banana (rectangular), just over 20% pear, just under 14% apple, and 8% hourglass.


The biggest challenge with an Hourglass shape is to find clothes that fits properly. Since the Hourglass figure is in the minority number, the manufactures prefer to cut their clothes based on Rectangular and Pear shape which is the majority, so we just have to find a way to fit in.


So the dresses that fit well on the bust does not fit well on the hip area, the pants that fit well on the hips does not fit well on the waist, got it? So that's way many Hourglass woman don't know how to enjoy their beautiful shape. Some woman go way over board trying to show-off their shape. Others get frustrated with the complications of ill-fitting clothes, or are embarrassed to show their figure because they think it's too seductive, so they decide to go with baggy shapeless Styles! 

I have no problem showing my Hourglass shape.
Neither should you!
There's a way to show your hourglass figure without being seductive.
In order for my clothes to fit me properly and Elegant  I alter them, about 90% of my clothes are altered around the waist line, and the only dress pants that fits me properly without alterations is the Ann Taylor Curvy and stretchy straight jeans and curvy.


If you can't find your perfect fit, find the one that fits you right on the bust and hips, and alter the waist line. And always go for knee length or 2 to 3" under your Knee, it elongates your image and gives you a beautiful Elegant appearance. Don't forget to wear a high heel with those fitted dresses and knee high pencil skirts. It doesn't have to be those 3,4,5" heels, what ever you're comfortable with is just fine.       
   
Best Suits or Jackets:

Single breast will really showcase your figure




Best dress:
A figure hugging and wrap knee length Dresses are the best outfit to showcase your shape

Best Skirt:
Pencil Skirts will showcase your shape best

Best Pants:

a)- straight leg jeans

b)-curvy and wide legs 

How To Choose A Perfect Swimwear:
              a)-when choosing a Swimsuit decide what you'll be doing at the beach
b)- if you're just gonna relax and tan go for a beautiful bikini
                   c)-if you're gonna be active swimming and plain around go for a beautiful one-piece so you can look beautiful as well as comfortable
                   d)-try it on and make sure it fits you properly, try one or two sizes smaller
     e)-those extra baggy fabrics on the rear-end is not attractive at all
                    b)- too much spillage on the sides and too much cleavage are neither elegant nor attractive


Best one-piece swimsuit to showcase your shape:
This Elegant Bikini Is Sure to Showcase Your Shape:

What to Avoid:
With an hourglass shape there not much to avoid, basically anything looks great on you
as long as you don't over or under do your Style.There's no need to overdo anything, because your figure is your beauty. You have a broad shoulders, enough bust line, hips and thigh! What else do you need?


Just Avoid these few things because they'll rob you of your beauty:
a)-round or high-neckline
b)-avoid dresses that over-enphasises bust or hips
c)-clothes that hides your figure such as tent or sack dresses

"Whoever loves money never has money enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with his income". Ecclesiastes 5:10

What Flatters Rectangular Shaped Woman

                              Rectangular Shape woman
The Secret of a any body type is to learn how to - Highlight ~ Enhance ~ and ~ Minimize

Many woman waste their energy focusing on their not-so-good body parts;
instead of Highlight and Enhance their great ones!

I know it sounds kind cliche' ~ the key to look your best is to personalize your Style Nothing beats those body flaws then Self confidence and a personal Style!

Rectangle shaped woman are also called Straight or Ruler Shape
because the body has little to none waist line.

So all your Style should be focused on creating an imaginary curve.


If you learn how to use the right style, colors and patterns for your body shape you'll look great ~ any time any where!











              Best Dresses for Your Body Type:
a)- V-neck is flattering on any woman

b)- you should always get a fitted dress with a waist detail or belt to form an illusion of curve

c)- always go for bellow the knee to elongate and form a nice illusion of an hourglass shape






Best Skirts for You:


best way to create a curve ~ tuck-in your blouse and add a large belt
 a)- knee-length pencil skirt
 b)- trumpet skirts















Belts Are Great For You ~ Have Fun With Them:
 small, medium, but large ones are best

Best Fitted Blouses 

 this type of blouse looks great on your body especially with these skirts and those large belts

Best Pants:
a)- cigarette
b)- boot cut
c)- cargo pockets
 



Best Swimsuit For Your Body:

This Swimsuit will enhance your body by giving you an
 imaginary curve


Avoid:
a)- bulky fabriks
b)-vertical stripes
c)-mini  or narrow skirts
d)-boxy or double breast jackets


"Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but woman who fears the Lord is to be praised".  Prov 31:30

What Flatters Inverted Triangle Shaped Woman

Inverted Triangle woman are also known as Strawberry or V-shape

How to flatter your Inverted Triangle shape as sweet as Strawberries!

I think the most fun and challenging about Fashion is to discover your own personal style that suits your body shape 

Inverted Triangle shape is also called the  "V"shape.It's considered the best second body shape after the Hourglass figure.

Strawberry woman has a broad shoulders narrow hips and a flat-ish bottom




These are all great styles for your body type
You also have a beautiful athletic top and a long beautiful legs

The best way to dress your body is to minimize the bust and create a define waist and flow bottom. Otherwise you'll look top heavy.  

Best Dresses for Strawberry Shape 

a)-your body type looks great with broad horizontal stripes dresses 

b)- two color tone, dark upper and bright bottom dresses are great for you
c)-full circle and flare out dresses will help to balance-off the shape of your body

d)-all your Style must be concentrated on adding volume to your hips and bottom                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         

Mix colors to create curves: 

dark colors on top and light colors on bottom forms a visual of a nice waist line

Best Coat for Your Shape:

Best Skirts for You Shape: 
a)- circle skirts
b)- balloons skirts
c)A-line skirt  
d)-stripes or details 

Best Pants For You:
a)-wide legs
b)-cargo pants
c)-boot cut jeans
d)-pants with lots of details at the hips

Best Tops To Help Balance Your Bust With Your Hips:
a)-wrap style blouses
b)- V-neckline and U-necklinedark
c)- dark colors top makes you look smaller

Best Swimsuit:
a)-one piece with side cut out 
b)- or two pieces with hip details

You'll Look Your Best Avoiding These: 

 a)-short skirts
b)-Low-rise jeans
c)-tight or pencil skirts

d)-boatneck style blouses
e)-shoulder pads and details

f)-bolero or crop style jackets
g)-clinging to the body dresses 

h)-anything ruffles or chunky fabrics



"Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring forth". Prov 27

What Flatters Pear Shape Woman's Body

The Best Body Shape is The One We Have 
It's imperative we learn to love our body flaws and all; 
after all that's the only one we have                           
 


The best way to love it, is by learning it's Pros and Cons 
We all have nice body parts ~ and ~ parts we wish we could nip/tuck it ourselves in front of our mirrors with our self criticism eyes

So the best way to deal with it, is to know it's shape and how to dress you pretty and hide those undesirable flaws.



Defense Mechanism mode is an excuse for laziness:
Many woman when they don't know how to enhance their Style they switch into a Denial or Defense Mechanism and claim
a)-  just my natural beauty is enough
b)-or allow self criticism or others to depress you into hating your own body
c)-wishing you could live in someone else's body  

d)-  just my performance at work is enough

e)-  fashion is lame or unnecessary 

f)- allowing the concept of Fashion to overwhelm  you to the point of neglecting your self

Don't be afraid to work with what you got!

If you pay more attention on the parts of your body you love and enhance it, and have fun with it, you and everyone else around you ~ will forget your body flaws.
The more you pay attention to it or give ears to your critics the more depressed you'll be and the more you'll hate your body.
Who does not have any flaws on their body?
Is any one perfect?
Can you live in someone else's body?
No - right! So learn to love the one you got!


A Pear body shape woman: 
a)- has a slender neck, narrow shoulders and back
b)- small/medium bust, small waist,
c)- curvy hips and backside, full thigh and calfs
d)- fat always tends to first appear on buttocks, hips and thighs

Best Dress Style for Pear Shape 

Best Way To Flatter Your Body Shape: 
a)- always try to work on giving the impression of a wider shoulder and bigger bust
b)- balance -off your body by taking the attention from the widest part of your body

Ruffles Best blouse Style for Pear Shape 

 

Best Jeans Style for Pear shape

                                                  Best Tops for Pear  

                                  a)- always wear detailed tops, the more details the better 

b)-puff sleeves, ruffles and v-necks jackets and blouses

     c)- bright and colorful tops are great for you

  

                                                  
          

                                                 

            Best Pants for Pear Shape     
                 a)- go for wide legs
                  b)- flat front or flare
           c)-dark or muted colors are best
          d)- high waist or mid rise are best

Wide Legs, Best Dress Pants for Pear Shape 

         

                                                                                                                                              

How to Minimize the Appearance of Hips and Thighs:

a)- dark color bottoms

b)- plead and flare skirts

c)- wide legs, flare and boot cut pants, 

Best Skirt Style for Pear Shape

                

                  Best Swimsuit for Pear Shape

                      a)- two pieces

                      b)- bright color top

                      c)- boy shorts bottom style  

                      d)- pretty mini little skirts

  Avoid:
Tube dresses and pencil skirts

"Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind". Romans 12:2