https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:49:00 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86954 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 20:03:01 +0000 RoseandJoan 86954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Cciele, I love your style and a photo really can tell a thousand words when it comes to body shape and clothes that flatter. </p> <p>I am so pleased that you said that bootcuts really flattered your shape as I hate to say (whisper)' I have become bored of wearing skinnies'.</p> <p>Thanks again for such a thoughful and insightful reply. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86901 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 17:36:10 +0000 cciele 86901@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tend to go for a volume on top, slim on bottom silhouette. On the bottom I usually wear leggings, skinny, or bootcut jeans. I don't wear skirts, but love dresses. On top, I like tunics, banded tops, knot tops, waterfall/cascading type tops. Here are a few examples:</p> <p>My body silhouette:<br /> <a href="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3610/3540559864_21fa9e04d5.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://farm4.static.flickr.com.....9e04d5.jpg</a></p> <p>Banded top:<br /> <a href="http://s617.photobucket.com/albums/tt252/cciele/Outfits/DSC_1452.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://s617.photobucket.com/al.....C_1452.jpg</a></p> <p>Dress or tunic over leggings:<br /> <a href="http://s617.photobucket.com/albums/tt252/cciele/Outfits/DSC_2074.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://s617.photobucket.com/al.....C_2074.jpg</a><br /> <a href="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3632/3539743117_96c7eabf05.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://farm4.static.flickr.com.....eabf05.jpg</a><br /> <a href="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2460/3551468613_dbb9a3e1cf.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://farm3.static.flickr.com.....a3e1cf.jpg</a></p> <p>Cascading cardigan:<br /> <a href="http://s617.photobucket.com/albums/tt252/cciele/Outfits/P1010014.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://s617.photobucket.com/al.....010014.jpg</a></p> <p>Waterfall ruffle top:<br /> <a href="http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt252/cciele/NAS/P1010062.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i617.photobucket.com/al.....010062.jpg</a></p> <p>Empire/knot top:<br /> <a href="http://i617.photobucket.com/albums/tt252/cciele/NAS/P1010054.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i617.photobucket.com/al.....010054.jpg</a></p> <p>Wrap top:<br /> <a href="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3603/3554932322_d7841a4bcc.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://farm4.static.flickr.com.....1a4bcc.jpg</a></p> <p>I have a shorter neck than you do, so necklines would be different. You would look great in turtlenecks, funnel necks, and other higher necklines. I have a dress that I like but has a mock turtleneck, which does nothing to help lengthen my torso:<br /> <a href="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3575/3546372370_3b6b9dea69.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://farm4.static.flickr.com.....9dea69.jpg</a></p> <p>Anyhow! I hope that wasn't too much of me Hope that was of some help! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86758 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 05:04:53 +0000 RoseandJoan 86758@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cciele, what are the key pieces of clothing that work for you in your wardrobe given our similar body shapes? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86709 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 21:53:06 +0000 cciele 86709@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great photos, RoseandJoan! Like the others have mentioned, you have a great, glowy complexion. Love your hair too.</p> <p>I also think you a rectangle with hourglass tendencies -- that's what type I am (except shorter and not as thin) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86704 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 21:03:41 +0000 RoseandJoan 86704@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yublocka</p> <p>I do not believe thay have Target in the UK, I love the some of the clothes showcased on this forum from that store and can never believe the price.</p> <p>Lou Lou, you can be fashionably late anytime you like.</p> <p>Malcontent, thank you for giving me a new dress shape to consider. Before I had my children I wore a full skirt on a regular basis and will be happy to try the look again. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86685 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 17:50:25 +0000 malcontent 86685@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>From your picture, I would say you are either a slim rectangle or a slim inverted triangle. You appear to have slender hips and legs, a nice waistline, a somewhat fuller bust, and shoulders that are broader than your hips. I'd suggest dressing to show off your legs and strong shoulderline, while adding definition to the waist. If you like vintage clothes, I think a belted dress with a slightly full skirt would look very pretty on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86648 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 14:56:54 +0000 Louise 86648@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm a bit late on this one but wanted to say well done posting your 1st piccie. There'll be no stopping you know x </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86642 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 09:21:33 +0000 yublocka 86642@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>R+J welcome!! I think the others have you sorted shapewise, but I just wanted to echo others in saying how lovely you look! Is there Target in the UK? That's budget friendly and my fave place to buy tops, cardies etc... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86636 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 07:22:01 +0000 mummy2thea 86636@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had a look at inisonline what a fab website, I liked loads of the clothes on there. My two favourite shops although I don't have lots of things from them are Zara and Massimo Dutti. Massimo is probably my day time style target and Zara my smart and going out inspiration. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86633 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 06:52:56 +0000 RoseandJoan 86633@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Lyn and San,</p> <p>Your comments are very kind. I love to have a vintage look to my clothes, however I rarely have time to thrift. I am glad you liked the website San, do you have a shop or label which sort of defines your style? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86629 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 06:19:04 +0000 Anonymous 86629@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Roseandjoan. You are so lovely, thankyou for sharing your picture. As others have commented, your complexion and hair color are so delicate. You look so pretty in the blush color of your tank top and that is not an easy color to wear for most people, IMO anyway. The outfit you are wearing with the lace waistcoat is beautiful. I really do not see that your jeans are too short, maybe because of the great shoes you are wearing that blend nicely.<br /> Thankyou for sharing your favorite website with us. I had a look at it and put it in my favorites so I can keep checking in on what they have. It looks very interesting.<br /> This is fun to have a new member who loves things vintage. It will be fun to learn about vintage style from you and with you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86627 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 06:06:03 +0000 lyn67 86627@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, and congrats on your first pictie here, good job...I know what I say..:-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86626 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 06:04:01 +0000 lyn67 86626@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have a very pretty figure R+J, i guess you can dress everything you want even if you are not sure about your shape, LOL! :-)<br /> Love the first outfit, the neutral tank emphasize you gentle skin complexion, and is so simple and practical fur running errands, but the necklace makes it pop out from the others, thanks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86623 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 05:48:45 +0000 RoseandJoan 86623@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks again Rute and Debora for the confirmation of my body shape. The necklace is not vintage but has been in my jewellery wardrobe forever. It was bought from a boutique in my home town, I have posted a link for the website as they have a good sale and post worldwide <a href="http://www.inisonline.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.inisonline.com/</a></p> <p>I hope you like it, it is possibly my favourite place to shop (if I had no budget constraints). I adore the Noa Noa range and Avoca range too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86593 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 01:29:27 +0000 Debora 86593@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>RoseandJoan, what a great job with posting your first picture! Aren't you beautiful with your peaches and cream complexion! </p> <p>I love your Saturday outfit! The vest is so pretty on you and that necklace is perfection! Is it vintage? I LOVE it! Thanks for sharing with us. Hope to see more! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86562 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 21:55:35 +0000 rute 86562@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have a lovely figure! I think you are a very slim rectangle.. and by the way.. love, love your necklace! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86556 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 21:25:19 +0000 RoseandJoan 86556@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the budget advice Bellacville. May I also add that I am physically blushing.</p> <p>MC with regards to the complexion try Rimmel Recover foundation. It is the only thing that makes a sleep deprived mother look like she has had the full eight hours. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86551 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 21:18:25 +0000 marianna 86551@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can't answer your questions as I am also new here, but wanted to tell you what a beautiful complexion you have! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86548 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 21:14:44 +0000 bella 86548@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can I just chime in and say how gorgeous you are. Welcome to the forum!<br /> I am an avid budget shopper myself and if you do your homework, you'd be surprised how far you can stretch your budget. Try searching for coupons, reading up on the quality and fit of the garments from reviews before you purchase an item, and invest in accessories like belts and necklaces to create more looks with the same pieces. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86545 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 20:52:38 +0000 RoseandJoan 86545@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for your comments.</p> <p>It has been strangely intimidating posting a photo of myself for the first time (anywhere on the net). I am going to go and re read the blogs for both rectangle and hourglass before hitting the shops. </p> <p>I have a limited budget £30-£50 per month for rebuilding my wardrobe so I expect progress to be slow, but I now have the confidence to post pics for your evaluation.</p> <p>I hear too often about women being b***hy to one another but this forum is living proof the the sisterhood is alive and well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86542 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 20:41:31 +0000 medusa 86542@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>R&#38;J - My first thought on your photo was rectangle with hourglass tendencies. It seems that you and Ana had similar thoughts.</p> <p>Congrats on posting your first photo! It can be intimidating. You have a beautiful figure and I love your skin and delicate coloring. You're very pretty. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86537 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 20:14:57 +0000 Ana 86537@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would agree with your assessment, Rose. I'd say a "straightish" hourglass, or an hourglass that tends toward a rectangle. You have strong shoulders like a rectangle. </p> <p>I like your Saturday outfit, it does have a vintage feel. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86532 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 18:54:34 +0000 mummy2thea 86532@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can't answer the actual question I have no idea what shape you are, but I wanted to say that you have a great figure and look fanstastic, can't believe you have had two kiddies so close together. well done you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/oh-my-oh-my-what-shape-am-i#post-86531 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 18:49:45 +0000 RoseandJoan 86531@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well here it is my first picture.</p> <p>I have had two children in the past two years and of course body has changed. I would appreciate if you could give an honest appraisal of my body shape. After reading the blogs I am leaning towards a rectangle, I think I may have a long neck and there is no doubting that I have a short waist. </p> <p><a href="http://s575.photobucket.com/albums/ss194/RoseandJoan/?action=view&#038;current=DSC02162.jpg&#038;newest=1" rel="nofollow">http://s575.photobucket.com/al.....8;newest=1</a></p> <p>This is what I wore on typical Saturday with the kids, unfortunatly the jeans are an inch too short but they are the only ones to fit on the waist after losing my baby weight, aside from the length of the jeans what do you think? My style goals are to be relaxed and vinatge inspired.</p> <p><a href="http://s575.photobucket.com/albums/ss194/RoseandJoan/?action=view&#038;current=DSC02161.jpg&#038;newest=1" rel="nofollow">http://s575.photobucket.com/al.....8;newest=1</a></p> <p>If you are interested here is a close up of the necklace<br /> <a href="http://s575.photobucket.com/albums/ss194/RoseandJoan/?action=view&#038;current=DSC02177.jpg&#038;newest=1" rel="nofollow">http://s575.photobucket.com/al.....8;newest=1</a></p> <p>Thank you in advance for your help. </p>