Special Features
The oval body style generally has larger busts and narrow hips, and full in the midsection. Weight gain usually occurs in the upper body, stomach, and back area. Your goal is to visually lengthen your body lines. Emphasize shoulder and neckline area and your legs and de-emphasize your waist area.The key to dressing an Oval body shape is to create a more defined waist. This is achieved by choosing clothing that adds curves and fullness to your lower body and tops that taper to a waist or are belted. You have the option to vary your skirt lengths to show off your amazing legs.
What to Wear
Look for tops with wide “V” or “U” necklines, vertical details, nipped or belted at the waist and flare at the hip. Below the waist wear straight cut or flared trousers, full, tiered or A-line style skirts. Overall to elongate your look wear monochromatic color schemes (variations of one color) of medium to dark colors.
These three wrap-style dress options are ideal for the Oval shaped body with a belt at midsection creating a waist, V-neck line drawing attention up toward your face and the flare below the waist provide a look of elegance and curves.
These two monochromatic outfits elongate the body. the A-line skirt or straight cut trousers can also create that long look but also show off your long slender legs and de-emphasize the midsection.
Jumpsuits are a great option with the one color throughout (monochromatic) giving an elongated look, and special detail on top drawing attention to your face and upper body. The cinched in waist creates a more curvy hour-glass look.
What Not to Wear
- Avoid wearing ruffles, lace or any bulky materials around the bodice area
- Avoid large prints and horizontal lines
- Avoid cuffed pants
- Avoid rounded lines for pockets
- Avoid dolman sleeves
