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Samara Alexander is an hourglass. An hourglass body shape has hips and shoulders of similar width and a waistline that is more than 25cm smaller than your bust measurement. The "hourglass" is considered to be the ideal female form, with curves that you should show off at every opportunity. Celebrity hourglasses include Marilyn Monroe and Scarlett Johannson.

The best fashions for an hourglass shape are those that show off your feminine curves:

Fitted, corsets or tops belted at the waist are much more flattering that loose and baggy tops.
Most styles of skirts and trousers will suit your feminine curves – high waisted and low waisted, trousers that gently flare are especially flattering.
Pencil skirts worn with fabulous heels are a MUST.

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Shelly Barclay is a rectangle body shape. A rectangle body shape is characterised by shoulders that are a similar width to your hips, and there is little or no indentation at the waist. Your shape means that you are usually able to wear most fashionable clothes and look great in them, but you will need to pay attention to styling if you long to be more curvaceous. Just think of the ever-fashionable Cameron Diaz.

You should wear:

Bias cut skirts, dresses and float, unstructured tops that do not cling to your shape and will create movement and give the illusion of curves.
Avoid tucking blouses and shirts into waistlines as this will draw a horizontal line directly around your middle. Instead, opt for a monochromatic look (all one colour) or all over prints, as this will create an overall impression of length.
Wear chunky heels as they will make your shapely legs appear longer.

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Maree McDonald is an inverted triangle. The inverted triangle body shape has wider shoulders and a broader back compared to the width of your hips and thighs. You usually would have very shapely legs! Famous Australian inverted triangles include Elle McPherson and Megan Gale.

To create a sense of balance it is important to wear clothing that diminishes your upper body to make it more proportionate with your bottom half:

Choose long line, v-neck and darker colours for your top and avoid bold prints and horizontal stripes.
Wear wide leg, or boot-cut trousers and skirts in bright colours and bold prints to draw the eye downward.
Don't forget, not all inverted triangles are as tall as Elle, so wear a flattering pair of wedges that will make you feel great and walk tall!

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Michelle Schneider (Ruby) is a triangle. A triangle body shape has narrow shoulders in comparison to your hips. Usually, your body shape has an average bust size, a slender waist, full thighs, hips and bottom. With the right choice of outfit, you can look extremely feminine. A fuller bottom can be a big asset! Just think of what J. Lo has done with her curves!

To achieve a sense of balance:

Wear brighter colours, bold patterns, colourful accessories or interesting detailing on top to draw the eye upwards.
Choose well-cut trousers and skirts in dark colours that emphasise your well defined waist. The most flattering styles for your shape are:
- A-line skirts that glide over hips
- Asymmetric hemlines to draw an angled line away from your hips
- Wide leg trousers that gently flare at the ankle
DO wear Heels - especially chunky heels, as they will make you walk taller.

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