Karin is Shape M

Recommendations for Shape M

Anatomy of Shape M

Women with gently defined figures, subtle waistlines and graduated, elongated curves.

  •  Proportionate Shoulders, Bust & Hips
  •  Often a Straight Shoulder Line
  •  Defined Waist
  •  Curvy or Rounded Bottom

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Style Advice

Fabrics

  •  Because of your strong shoulder line and curves, non-bulky double knits, jerseys and crepes capture your shape beautifully.
  •  Keep fabrics, designs and cuts well-fitted and defined; double knits in simple cuts without too much volume can be divine.

Jackets & Tops

  •  Look for jackets in fitted cuts, nipped or defined at the waist and with narrow lapels.
  •  A simple one-button jacket with slender lapels and princess seaming elegantly skims your curves.
  •  Shawl-collar jackets lengthen the line and soften your curves.

Necklines

  •  Lots of open necklines; deep V, U and scoop necklines flatter your shape.
  •  Surplice (mock wrap) and full wrap styles enhance your curves.

Skirts & Dresses

  •  Sarong styles look wonderful, as do pencil skirts with a back kick pleat.
  •  Indulge in princess seaming on a dress to outline your curves.
  •  Soft A-lines and gored, flared skirts flatter by balancing your shoulder line.
  •  Wrap A-line dresses perfectly hug your shape.
  •  Fitted sheaths that just skim the body are lovely.

Pants

  •  Plain-front pants with a flared or boot-cut leg. Width at pant hem should be as wide as the hip.
  •  Simple, boot-cut slacks elongate the leg while flattering curves.
  •  Pant hems that skim the top of the heel keep the leg looking long.

Trims & Details

  •  Keep pockets subtle and soft.
  •  Cuffs on trousers are always a good idea if your legs are long.

Wrap and A-line dresses in jersey or crepe are a no-brainer for figure-flattering femininity.

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