Stick to tightly-woven fabrics.

Deep-V, surplice and buttoned necklines lengthen the lines and create a sleek look.

Wide, open necklines are very sensuous, if not too revealing.

Mandarin collars promote visual interest without too much detail.

Open neckline tops with little to no detailing are best. Detail and trim are most flattering on your hip and hemlines.

Wide-leg or bootcut pants balance out the
upper half.

Cuffs and pleats can be great on long legs
for added curves.

Wide-leg trousers really create proportion
between the bust and hips.

Shawl collars on gently shaped jackets flatter immensely.

Single-button, fitted styles that flare at the hip look great.

A simple "Chanel-style" jacket with hip-patch pockets and straight princess seams flatters your shape beautifully.

Peplum jackets fill out a thin hip area.

Gathered, pleated and paneled skirts shape your narrow hips to add balance that flatters your figure.

Wide-yoke band styles with un-sewn pleats are very flattering.

Vertical flouncing on a skirt fills out the hips, and the deep flounce at the bottom balances your upper body.

High waists and wide waistbands are generally unflattering. You don't want your breasts to seem like they're propped up on something.

A deep V-neck sheath with reverse princess seams widens the hip area, while shaping the bust beautifully. Multiple flounces at the bottom are a wonderful counterbalance.

Keep pleats, gathering and pocket details confined to the hips where you need a little extra fullness.

Large patch pockets, sleeve cuffs and back vents widen the hip area, while princess seams and lapels smooth out the bust.