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Oh my, oh my, what shape am I?

RoseandJoan

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Well here it is my first picture.

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.

http://s575.photobucket.com/al.....8;newest=1

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.

http://s575.photobucket.com/al.....8;newest=1

If you are interested here is a close up of the necklace
http://s575.photobucket.com/al.....8;newest=1

Thank you in advance for your help.

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Latest reply was from RoseandJoan

mummy2thea

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!

Ana

(website)

Veteran

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.

I like your Saturday outfit, it does have a vintage feel.

medusa

Veteran

R&J - My first thought on your photo was rectangle with hourglass tendencies. It seems that you and Ana had similar thoughts.

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.

RoseandJoan

Veteran

Thank you for your comments.

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.

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.

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.

bella

(website)

Veteran

Can I just chime in and say how gorgeous you are. Welcome to the forum!
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.

marianna

Veteran

I can't answer your questions as I am also new here, but wanted to tell you what a beautiful complexion you have!

RoseandJoan

Veteran

Thanks for the budget advice Bellacville. May I also add that I am physically blushing.

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.

rute

Veteran

You have a lovely figure! I think you are a very slim rectangle.. and by the way.. love, love your necklace!

Debora

Veteran

RoseandJoan, what a great job with posting your first picture! Aren't you beautiful with your peaches and cream complexion!

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!

RoseandJoan

Veteran

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 http://www.inisonline.com/

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.

lyn67

Veteran

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!
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.

lyn67

Veteran

Oh, and congrats on your first pictie here, good job...I know what I say..:-)

Anonymous

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.
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.
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.

RoseandJoan

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Thank you Lyn and San,

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?

mummy2thea

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.

yublocka

(website)

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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...

Louise

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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

malcontent

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.

RoseandJoan

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Yublocka

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.

Lou Lou, you can be fashionably late anytime you like.

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.

cciele

Veteran

Great photos, RoseandJoan! Like the others have mentioned, you have a great, glowy complexion. Love your hair too.

I also think you a rectangle with hourglass tendencies -- that's what type I am (except shorter and not as thin)

RoseandJoan

Veteran

Cciele, what are the key pieces of clothing that work for you in your wardrobe given our similar body shapes?

cciele

Veteran

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:

My body silhouette:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com.....9e04d5.jpg

Banded top:
http://s617.photobucket.com/al.....C_1452.jpg

Dress or tunic over leggings:
http://s617.photobucket.com/al.....C_2074.jpg
http://farm4.static.flickr.com.....eabf05.jpg
http://farm3.static.flickr.com.....a3e1cf.jpg

Cascading cardigan:
http://s617.photobucket.com/al.....010014.jpg

Waterfall ruffle top:
http://i617.photobucket.com/al.....010062.jpg

Empire/knot top:
http://i617.photobucket.com/al.....010054.jpg

Wrap top:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com.....1a4bcc.jpg

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:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com.....9dea69.jpg

Anyhow! I hope that wasn't too much of me Hope that was of some help!

RoseandJoan

Veteran

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.

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'.

Thanks again for such a thoughful and insightful reply.