Posted on: Tuesday, July 12, 2005
Flattering bouquet of shapely delights
Associated Press
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If you're shaped like a tulip, seek styles with focus on the neckline.
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Just because your shoulders are a little narrower than your hips, does that mean you have to be labeled a "pear" for the rest of your life?
Not if you use the fit guidelines offered by the lingerie collection Julianna Rae, which compares body types to flower shapes.
The tulip has an even shape — shoulders, waist and hips are all about the same measurement. Most combinations of prints, patterns and solids look good. Rae advises you seek out styles with interest at the neckline and drape on the body; steer clear of shapeless silhouettes.
Other botanical bodies, as defined by Julianna Rae's Web site, juliannarae.com:
The rose's waist is less defined, but she has feminine shoulders and shapely legs. A-line chemises flow smoothly on this shape, and flattering vertical lines are created by wearing long tops over bottoms. V-necks also work well, as do styles that drape to the side. Cropped tops and cinched waists aren't the best looks.
A snowdrop has "delicate shoulders and bust line with feminine hips and legs." Best styles are soft and flowing, especially bias cuts; stay away from sheaths and loud prints.
The iris has an hourglass shape, with well-balanced shoulders, bustline and hips, and a well-defined waist. Choose soft flowing lines; sashes and cropped tops are OK for you. Combinations of prints and solids enhance your figure; tent dresses and caftans hide it. Avoid choking or plunging necklines.
There are many types of lilies, but most common is the calla lily, with slightly wider shoulders and bustline with slimmer hips and legs. It's the shape that can wear full bottoms and any printed pants. Almost every neckline flatters you except for halters, off-the-shoulder and asymmetric styles.
