https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 10 Apr 2026 17:58:03 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-145080 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 17:17:28 +0000 Aparna 145080@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all for your comments...I cant find my camera battery ( grr), so I took the pic with my cell phone. It is not very clear ... I have a thunder thigh issue, so I never go above knee length.. I will post a more clearer pic with the dress soon. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-145052 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 14:05:08 +0000 Queen Mum 145052@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Aparna and welcome! I think that dress is beautiful on you! The shape highlights your beautiful figure and the colors are lovely on your skin. I love the print too. I do agree with the others that shortening it a couple of inches should help make it a bit more youthful--- but honestly its not bad at all just how it is. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-144984 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 04:09:03 +0000 Maya 144984@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aparna, that dress fits you beautifully. I think you could stand to shorten it quite a bit and still look perfectly decent, since you are young and petite. Not to mid-thigh or anything, but at least one or two inches above your knee. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-144982 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 03:55:49 +0000 Debora 144982@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome Aparna! I think your dress is beautiful and you are so pretty! It's hard to tell the length from the picture, but you could possibly shorten it to knee length, if it isn't already, and showcase your lovely legs. Hope to see more of your style! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-144981 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 03:48:43 +0000 Aparna 144981@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok, so I thought I did pretty good with this dress but I was told I looked too old I am 29. How did I do?</p> <p><a href="http://i944.photobucket.com/albums/ad285/vaparna/2010-04-17195855.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i944.photobucket.com/al.....195855.jpg</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-141878 Sun, 11 Apr 2010 01:45:00 +0000 Queen Mum 141878@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>oops, I was organizing my pictures in photobucket and broke the links I made. </p> <p>Here is my post again with the correct links...</p> <p>One rule of thumb I often use when dressing is to create a deep V neckline. Here is an example of this. I actually rarely button this vest, but because I already had the V neck of the shirt, I could get away with it.<br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/fab/IMG_7204.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....G_7204.jpg</a></p> <p>Here is an outfit where I used a necklace to create that v-neck effect. Tunics (like this one) need to be streamlined rather than flowy to be the most flattering on me.<br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/fab/IMG_1421.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....G_1421.jpg</a></p> <p>With this outfit, I had the v-neck of the button down, plus I kept a long line effect with the opened jacket. This jacket does not work as well buttoned up because it adds too much bulk to my chest.<br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/fab/DSCN0021.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....CN0021.jpg</a></p> <p>Actually, as I browsed my pictures, I realized the outfits that I was most happy with were ones with dresses. Dresses with simple lines such as sheath dresses are my absolute favorite, because they gently skim my curves and keep the balance between my hips and shoulders.<br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/fab/IMG_8001.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....G_8001.jpg</a><br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/fab/IMG_1897.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....G_1897.jpg</a></p> <p>and then I can enjoy layering over a sheath dress with jackets or cardigans. I always have to keep my layering simple though, as too much froof creates volume where I don't want to add volume ;-)<br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/fab/IMG_1717.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....G_1717.jpg</a><br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/fab/IMG_7996.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....G_7996.jpg</a><br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/fab/4494147222_ac7c2acc28_b.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....cc28_b.jpg</a><br /> ignore the fact that I have no make up on in this next picture...<br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/fab/4494495700_3ef85411d2_o.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....11d2_o.jpg</a></p> <p>so those are a few of my favorite outfits and it is no surprise that they are the outfits that follow the guidelines for dressing my hourglass figure. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-141587 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 20:42:59 +0000 rute 141587@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The pieces I find more flattering are dresses and pencil skirts, I wear it a lot, dresses can be fun, trendy and easy to wear </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-141529 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:08:35 +0000 Maya 141529@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with Khris on this. I am an hourglass but my waist is not even close to my best feature. My best features are probably my arms, shoulders, neck and legs. Volume helps disguise the bust and waist areas that I am a bit more self conscious of and highlight the things I do like. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-141522 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 14:55:56 +0000 chewyspaghetti 141522@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dresses are my #1 item. I wear them all summer, and as long as the weather stays warm in spring and fall. Leggings for layering under the dresses extend their wearing time for me. Jackets are another item that I wear a lot- denim jackets, moto jackets, and boyfriend jackets all are key layering piece for me. In the warmer months, vests can serve a similar purpose as jackets, but at some point in the summer they just get too hot. Slim fitting jeans and tunics are more of my faves.<br /> Unlike some hourglasses, I love volume and wear it a lot. I think it can look fab on hourglasses, but it can be tricky. I pair a voluminous piece with a very fitted piece like skinny jeans, make sure the volume is not all over (fitted in the top part- sleeve/shoulder/chest, then volume at the bottom usually), or reign in volume with a fitted piece over the top (vest, jacket, cardi). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-141471 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 05:09:13 +0000 puffenstuff 141471@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So just a question for the hourglass ladies, which items do you find yourself wearing more than anything? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-141404 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 00:38:20 +0000 Queen Mum 141404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>that aha moment is a turning point in dressing yourself </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-141382 Thu, 08 Apr 2010 22:39:21 +0000 puffenstuff 141382@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well I am sitting here with a big grin on my face because I have just for the first time realised what it means to be an hourglass and how best to dress for my shape. Now I see it in pictures and have you lovely ladies explain it makes so much sense! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-141341 Thu, 08 Apr 2010 20:30:51 +0000 rute 141341@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I couldn't agree more with you both, we hourglasses usually are big on the top and have hips, so too much volume will make us look fatter, our best outfits should be fitted and lean, the waist is our best asset and accentuating the waist will make us look thinner. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-141256 Thu, 08 Apr 2010 14:58:00 +0000 Queen Mum 141256@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Karen- Yes, you're hitting it right on the head. Think long, lean and streamlined when you shop. I avoid for the most part any gathering-it just adds curve and gives the appearance of being fluffy let your natural curves show through your outfit and you'll be great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-141214 Thu, 08 Apr 2010 11:32:05 +0000 puffenstuff 141214@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the photos Rute - those outfits are amazing! I had a lightbulb moment when I was looking through the pics from Queenie regarding tops with volume, your comment is spot on saying that you have to keep the volume streamlined. I think that has been my biggest problem, I went from the extreme of having all fitted tops to tops with all volume and wonder why I look shorter and fatter! It does get kind of hard though to have something with volume that will fit over my chest and then it still poofs out to the bottom. </p> <p>I notice a recurring factor in these outfits, belts to define waist, use of necklace to create a V and using jackets/cardigans to create a V to bring the eye down to the waist. Does that sound about right? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-140708 Tue, 06 Apr 2010 11:10:40 +0000 rute 140708@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>sorry I always forgot the password:<br /> ylf2010 </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-140696 Tue, 06 Apr 2010 07:45:33 +0000 rute 140696@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>here are mine:</p> <p>Dresses are my No. one choice.. so flattering and practical.. I wear it almost all the time.<br /> I choosed also an outfit with skinnies and leather.</p> <p><a href="http://s601.photobucket.com/albums/tt93/rute_m/hourglass/" rel="nofollow">http://s601.photobucket.com/al.....hourglass/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-140648 Tue, 06 Apr 2010 03:17:10 +0000 puffenstuff 140648@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks heaps Queenie - these are all fabulous inspiration for me </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-140538 Mon, 05 Apr 2010 19:21:57 +0000 Queen Mum 140538@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am a short waisted hourglass. This means I don't have the same defined waistline as many hourglasses do, but I still use many hourglass dressing guidelines. I just have to be careful when using belts. </p> <p>One rule of thumb I often use when dressing is to create a deep V neckline. Here is an example of this. I actually rarely button this vest, but because I already had the V neck of the shirt, I could get away with it.<br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/favorites/IMG_7204.jpg?t=1270494282" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....1270494282</a></p> <p>Here is an outfit where I used a necklace to create that v-neck effect. Tunics (like this one) need to be streamlined rather than flowy to be the most flattering on me.<br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/favorites/IMG_1421.jpg?t=1270494408" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....1270494408</a></p> <p>With this outfit, I had the v-neck of the button down, plus I kept a long line effect with the opened jacket. This jacket does not work as well buttoned up because it adds too much bulk to my chest.<br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/favorites/DSCN0021.jpg?t=1270494477" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....1270494477</a></p> <p>Actually, as I browsed my pictures, I realized the outfits that I was most happy with were ones with dresses. Dresses with simple lines such as sheath dresses are my absolute favorite, because they gently skim my curves and keep the balance between my hips and shoulders.<br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/favorites/IMG_1897.jpg?t=1270494870" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....1270494870</a><br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/favorites/IMG_8001.jpg?t=1270500903" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....1270500903</a></p> <p>and then I can enjoy layering over a sheath dress with jackets or cardigans. I always have to keep my layering simple though, as too much froof creates volume where I don't want to add volume ;-)<br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/favorites/IMG_1717.jpg?t=1270494972" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....1270494972</a><br /> <a href="http://i959.photobucket.com/albums/ae79/kah65/favorites/IMG_7996.jpg?t=1270494988" rel="nofollow">http://i959.photobucket.com/al.....1270494988</a><br /> <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/43061463@N08/4494147222/in/photostream/" rel="nofollow">http://www.flickr.com/photos/4.....otostream/</a><br /> ignore the fact that I have no make up on in this next picture...<br /> <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/43061463@N08/4494495700/" rel="nofollow">http://www.flickr.com/photos/4.....494495700/</a></p> <p>so those are a few of my favorite outfits and it is no surprise that they are the outfits that follow the guidelines for dressing my hourglass figure. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-140351 Mon, 05 Apr 2010 03:14:29 +0000 puffenstuff 140351@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for posting those pics Chewy - I've got some more ideas now (boyfriend jacket and wearing a button down shirt). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-140281 Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:00:06 +0000 chewyspaghetti 140281@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here is a semi-formal look for am afternoon event:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/chewyspaghetti/4479665141/" rel="nofollow">http://www.flickr.com/photos/c.....479665141/</a></p> <p>and some casual MOTG looks for tansitional weather:</p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/chewyspaghetti/4391119526/" rel="nofollow">http://www.flickr.com/photos/c.....391119526/</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/chewyspaghetti/4391119518/" rel="nofollow">http://www.flickr.com/photos/c.....391119518/</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/chewyspaghetti/4390350991/" rel="nofollow">http://www.flickr.com/photos/c.....390350991/</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/chewyspaghetti/4370189381/" rel="nofollow">http://www.flickr.com/photos/c.....370189381/</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/chewyspaghetti/4295722087/" rel="nofollow">http://www.flickr.com/photos/c.....295722087/</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/chewyspaghetti/4188431376/" rel="nofollow">http://www.flickr.com/photos/c.....188431376/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/calling-all-hourglasses-post-your-best-outfits-here#post-140263 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 23:02:48 +0000 puffenstuff 140263@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am fairly new to YLF and I think the first thing I looked for inspiration on was trying to sort out my body type (hourglass) and then how to dress for it.</p> <p>I started with Angie's terrific posts on how to identify your body type<br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2009/03/11/refresher-identifying-your-body-type/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2009/03/.....body-type/</a><br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2006/04/18/the-body-type-“balancing-act”/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2006/04/.....ng-act”/</a></p> <p>I worked out I was an hourglass so went on to read this post from Angie<br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2006/04/26/the-hot-hourglass/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2006/04/.....hourglass/</a></p> <p>After some discussion from some other YLF members I thought it would be nice to take it a step further and have forum members post their outfits for their bodytypes. It can be an easy way to provide some ideas for any new members, or help to inspire those that may be stuck about what other options they can have. </p> <p>So without further ado, I would like to start the ball rolling with one of my favourite outfit pictures so far which I think suits my hourglass frame. This is a black shirt dress with a tan belt around my waist, I think without the belt my shape would get lost. <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/puffenstuff1/4453839604/in/photostream/" rel="nofollow">http://www.flickr.com/photos/p.....otostream/</a></p> <p>Like I said I am no expert on dressing as I am still learning as I go along but I received some good feedback from other forum members when I posted this and I trust their judgement so the outfit gets a thumbs up from me. </p> <p>So all you hourglasses out there, come along and post your pictures that best highlight your frame. Cant wait to see you all </p>