Oval Body Type
Attributes
- Each body segment has a rounded appearance
- Weight is above average
General Stylist Tips
The goal for those with this body shape is to counter the roundness of the figure. This can be achieved with linear silhouettes and design details that lead the eye inward.
- Garments with structure are important for this body type as loose clothing only reinforces the shape
- Interesting collars frame the face and direct the eyes upward
- A loose belt will draw the eye inward creating a waistline
- Styles that draw attention to the shoulders will lessen the perceived roundness as the shoulders create the frame for the body
- Linear skirts and straight leg pants
- Box style stops are a great structured silhouette and act to camouflage the waist
- Empire waistlines will highlight your bust while allowing the fluid bodice to camouflage the waist
Stylist Tips for Fall/Winter
- Dresses
- A wrap dress will accentuate your bust and the surplice neckline will lead the eye down and inward while the skirt will flow easily over your hips.
- A fitted sheath dress with a tapered hemline will streamline your silhouette. Look for princess seamlines to draw the eye inward and down.
- This season's fitted or belted dress creates structure and accentuates your figure.
- Blouses
- Triangular sleeves including kimono and batwing will obscure the upper arms
- Tie neck tops will attract attention to the face
- A boxy style swing coat/shirt jacket is nicely structured as to camouflage the waistline
- Funnel neck tops draw attention upward and create a nice frame for your face
- Tops with centerline details such as ruffles work to lead the eye inward.
- Pants:
- A straight leg will streamline your silhouette.
- Boot-cut styles that fit close through the hips and thighs will balance your curves.
- Skirts
- A straight sheath skirt with tapered hemline will streamline your silhouette as mentioned above.
- A structured skirt with a slight a-line flare at the hem suits your shape nicely.