How to select clothes that will suit your body shape (video)

It is awful seeing people wear clothes that do not fit them simply because the clothes are trending. What most people have failed to understand with fashion is that they do not have to go with everything that is in vogue.

You have to understand your body and know your shape before you go stocking your wardrobe with new clothes. It is essential for you to go for clothes that suit your needs and not because the world is wearing it.

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On that note, you need to know your body shape and learn the kind of clothes that suit body shapes like that. A dress that will fit someone that is slim and petite may make someone who is bigger look silly and funny.

There are some clothes that are suitable for all body types in as much as they come in different sizes. But for those clothes made specifically for certain shapes and body types, you have to find out the clothes that will look amazing on you.

For those who understand this, that is why people admire everything they put on because it fits them perfectly. For women, the four basic body shapes are apple, banana, pear and hour glass.

For men, shoulders, chest and hip are usually used in analysing their body type and the type of clothes that will fit them. The basic body types for men are triangle, inverted triangle, rectangle, oval and trapezoid.

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If you are keen on wearing the latest styles in town even though your body type will not look too good in them, you may work on your diet and exercise as much as possible till you get the desired result. However, the style may no longer be trending by the time your body is ready to wear it.

The video below has illustrations that will make you understand the kind of body you have and the type of clothes that will enhance your features:

Source: Legit.ng