As most of you know, I have a pretty straight body type. Not a ton of curves going on. I thought it might be fun to do a week dedicated to creating the illusion of a larger waist-to-hip ratio. Lots of belts, high-waisted skirts, and cinching were used to attempt this. I think it was at least mildly successful.
Monday
This one I should have done a belt with. While the pants have a high-waist, they don’t really “cinch” in my waist as much and I would have liked. Plus I thought the outfit was a little plain. I would probably like to add some kind of either texture or pattern next time.
Top: J.Crew, Pants: Asos, Jacket: Olivia Grey, Shoes: 1.State,
Tuesday
Tuesday’s outfit very effectively got the waist accentuating goal, I think. The skirt does a great job of creating some shape on me that doesn’t technically exist. Also, this jacket is so dope.
Top: Topshop, Skirts: ModCloth, Jacket: Tahari, Shoes: Kelsi Dagger
Wednesday
I think these pants do a great job of highlighting the waist I do have. I think the looser, boxier fit of the type is a good shape contrast to the pants which sit high and tight around my waist. I think this outfit was a complete success for the theme.
Top: Lumiere, Pants: Anthropologie, Shoes: Dr. Scholls
Thursday
I really like this outfit, because the dress does all the work. The detailing at the waist highlights where it needs to be and bell shape of the skirt of the dress really accentuates the hip to waist ratio. And outfit-wise, the turquoise necklace and blue houndstooth heels look great with the white.
Dress: J.Crew, Shoes: Antonio Melani, Necklace: Charming Charlie
Friday
This was my favorite outfit of the week. It’s the most me for sure. I loved the color complement of the green top with the red belt. I even wore this out after work to a friend’s party. I normally never wear work clothes out for weekend fun.
Top: Anthropologie, Pants: Alexa Chung, Shoes: Monki, Belt: Asos
Themes on fashion 