Renton Woman Magazine November/December 2015 | Page 38

finding clothes that realy suit you One of the most important decisions we need to make before buying clothes is to discover what we really need. If we don’t get this right we will end up spending money on items that we just won’t wear. For example, if you are a stay at home mom you’re likely to need lots of durable, easy-to-wash, practical garments. However, if you work in the corporate world you will need smart outfits that mix and match together. Examining how you use your time will quickly reveal where you need to spend your money. At the end of the day we all need clothes that are appropriate to the life we lead. KNOW YOUR SHAPE If we want our clothes to be flattering then we have to analyse our figure. The four most popular body shapes are as follows: The pear shape is recognised by being broader in the hips than the bust. Look for clothes that have well defined shoulders and are darker below the waist. Longer length jackets with shaping and boot leg trousers will also work for you. The apple shape is an all over rounded body with no defining waist area. The best styles for you are tops with V necks, tailored jackets, dresses with a high waistline and pants with side zips. Also, dressing in a single color with a contrasting scarf is a great way to slim a slightly heavy figure. The straight up-and-down silhouette is usually slim and not particularly curvy. Clothes to shop for include those with strong blocks of color, high necks, shirt dresses, A-line 38 RENTON WOMAN MAGAZINE | RentonWomanMagazine.com