Silhouette 1: fluid top + flared/easy bottom

Hello all -
As I mentioned in my earlier post, I'm looking to sort through what silhouettes work for me for summer as a way to manage my wardrobe. https://youlookfab.com/welookf.....-evolution

On that post, birth Angie and FI smartly asked for my figure flattery priorities to be able to give feedback on my silhouettes.

So here goes - I'm exploring new silhouettes and have evolved to much broader figure flattery priorities than the ones that I started with. I am a curvy petite hourglass but don't always want to show off my shape - in fact sometimes I like to cover it up. But because I am petite and have a short torso, outfits can sometimes overwhelm me. Angie hit the nail on the head - I am looking for outfits with just enough structure so that they don't overwhelm me.

Silhouette #1 is a favorite of mine: Fluid top + flared or easy bottom. The key to this silhouette for me, in my mind, are:
Shorter or faux tucked top
Exposed neck/arms/ankles for structure
Bottom should have neater fit along the hips
Toppers should be Slimmer in profile - thin longline or, if shorter, low contrast.
Footwear should add structure

I think I have everything I need for this look and don't need to buy anymore.

What do you think? Does this look work on me? So some iterations work more than others?

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3 years ago

Anonymous

I really , really love how #5 works for you . I think it’s the taper of the pant leg , and the slightly longer top ( not hitting at the hip ) that make it stand out from the others but still having a modern vibe . I really love it on you .

Jaime

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Veteran

I am loving the pink/peachy colors on you (having just left the picture of you in the sari also). Ok, not the point but felt compelled to mention it.
I can see why this silhouette is a stand by for you and totally get your priorities although we have different shapes (but I am also short waisted and petite height).
I like #5 but think the straighter cuts are even more striking and #1 is my favorite. I would experiment with slightly higher hems - but not sure that I wouldn't prefer the longer length in the end. (I am very particular where things end on my legs - at least in theory.) For me, shoulder fit is a key point also, which is not so relevant with knits but I thought I'd throw it out there!

Helena

I absolutely love these Roxanna ... Such a casual elegant ease. A fabulous silhouette for you!

CarolS

#1 and 5 are my faves. I don't think you even need the faux tuck for #1. I think the top untucked would look great. And I echo the love of the peachy/pink on you.

Sally

This style really suits you and I think you have nailed it!

cat2

I agree 1 doesn’t need a tuck, and wonder if short welted or cropped sweaters and tops could be an alternative that avoids the tuck entirely.

Star

1 and 5 look particularly amazing.

lyn67

Nr 5 is a killer for casual!!! Then, my faves is nr 2-3 from here, but yes this silhouette works for you -and love all in fact!!

bj1111

#5 captures the ease of fluidity. The ankle taper gives the fluidity a bit of structure.

For the wider pants looks, have you tried visually raising the hem of the top?

April

With you on shifting figure-flattering goals, Roxana. I like all of the photos still available (4 and 9 no longer there) but I do like the shorter tapered hems. Perhaps because I'm still struggling with the wide crops silhouette -- while wearing it constantly.

RobinF

This is a great silhouette for you. My favorite is #5, such a fab look - neat but slouchy too, love it. My second favorite is the first one. These are all such great colors on you.

Janet

I also really like the silhouette in 5, with the structure provided by the tapered jogger pants. I’d be interested to see bj1111’s suggestion put to use too.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Love your figure flattering priorities Roxanna, and you NAILED this JFE look in #3 and #5. The semi-tuck works wonders at lengthening the leg line and adding some structure. (Can't see #4 and #9)

Love #1 especially! Would you wear that silouette in winter too?

Suz

I especially love it with the slightly tapered pants in #5. Really elegant and easy on you and those colours are so lovely and rich!

Jonesy

I like all of these a lot! My two cents: There is something a bit "neither here nor there" about the length of the pants in #8 (not quite full-length and not quite cropped)--what do you think about shortening them to a few inches above your ankle?

Sal

Yes this is a modern and great silhouette on you. I love 5- and also really like the first look.

I do agree that the pants could be a touch shorter on 8.

You have a wonderful eye for colour..

rachylou

2-5 work the best to my eye. I like the semituck that gives the tops a curved hemline.

Roxanna

Thak you so much all - this has been so instructive. What I took away is that this JFE look can work, but some tweaks might help - mostly focused on a longer leg line. Many of you liked the tapered pants, or, like @BJ111 oor @Janet, suggested a higher top to show off more of the pants, or, like @jonesy, suggested shortening the pants to show some structure at the ankle/longer leg line. This is immensely useful - and I think what this means for me is that I really have to look to balance out the hips. I will try this with shorter tops or maybe even with heels )gasp) or by shortening pants if need be. I love this look and it seems more modern that fit and flare to my eye so I'm glad to hear you all liked it too, with a few tweaks.

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