Summer Dresses 2011 - Fashion - InStyle

Now, with summer being here the question for us plus-size is how do I look like her with all my curves? Here's a suggestion, stand in front of a mirror with only your bra and panties on. What shape are you?
Triangle- smaller bust size, but bigger hip size.
Inverted Triangle - is bigger bust and smaller hips.
The Rectangle- broad shoulders that line up with the hips and no curves in the center.
The Hourglass- well, we all know about them.
Diamond- Have smaller bust and hips but a wider waist.
Circle- rounder shoulders and hips, mostly big busted.

Once you figure out what shape you are optimize the smaller areas and minimize the bigger areas. For Instance, Circle- A-line dress are the best fit to give an even appearance.
Diamond- avoid tie string belts, they will only draw attention to your waistline. Instead, I would suggest blouse and skirts, and don't be afraid to mix and match.
Hourglass, we are skipping you!
Rectangle- yours is a little tricky. You want to find a dress that has curve in it's side seams. This will give you curve.
Inverted triangle- Collared dresses will minimize your bigger bust, but allow the skirt to flow giving you hips. (These dresses are hard to find, I know because this is my shape.)
Triangle- Halter dresses are bet for you. It will enhance your chest and minimize your hips.

I hope this helps.

Always true,
Agatha Marie

Summer Dresses 2011 - Fashion - InStyle