So aside from Angie's hugely helpful post, I found this very brief discussion claiming that IT is the "second best" after hourglass. Fie on any ranking of body types!
http://www.style-makeover-hq.c.....shape.html
What I found interesting is that I have naturally veered toward the recommendations, whether or not they are in style. I have always liked wide-leg pants and printed a-line skirts, cut-in shoulders, avoided high necklines.
See (MaryK), I'm doing homework too!