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Compliment Your Curves with Curvissa’s Shape Calculator

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Compliment Your Curves with Curvissa’s Shape Calculator

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With gorgeous Autumn/Winter collections already appearing online and on the high street, the urge to splurge on a fabulous new wardrobe for the colder months is difficult to resist. But before you start splashing the cash, make sure you get the most out of your new clothes by determining your body type and how best to dress it.
Plus size fashion brand Curvissa have created a helpful shape calculator tool which allows you to quickly and easily find out what your body type is and how best to dress to suit your shape. Simply enter your height, bust, waist and hip measurements to view a great range of tips on what clothing cut and colour combinations will most flatter your figure.
Whether you’re a curvaceous hourglass, voluptuous v-shape, radiant rectangle or pretty pear shape, Curvissa can help you find the perfect outfit from their great range of plus size fashion. Their collection includes clothes to suit a variety of occasions, including formal wear, party dresses, a holiday shop, everyday wear, and clothes for the office.
Looking great and feeling comfortable in your clothes begins with dressing to suit your figure and, learning how to highlight your best bits and downplay areas you’re not so keen on, needn’t be a fine art. With a wealth of fashion advice at your fingertips, now everyone can be their own personal stylist.
So, once you’ve embraced your body shape and learnt how to flatter your figure, it’s time to get dressed to the nines in a fabulously flattering frock, or feel body beautiful in casual jeans and a tee.

What Shape Are You?

It takes just a few clicks to see which figure type you fall into.

Once we have your shape we'll give you some great styling tips to help you dress to flatter your figure, making the most of your best bits.

You can then see items in the Curvissa range which will help create your perfect look.

Height: (inches)

Bust: (inches)

Waist: (inches)

Hips: (inches)

Figure Type: Hourglass Rectangle V-Shaped Pear Shape

You have a classic hourglass shape: a smaller waist, larger bust
and wider hips.

Tips for clothing:

Fitted tops and knitwear are ideal to make the most of your figure:

To cover up wear cardigans or blazer jackets over fitted blouses & tops.

Fluent soft fabrics flatter your figure.

Busty hourglass figures can mix upper and lower body colours, whereas smaller busts suit matched tones.

You have a straighter silhouette with balanced bust, waist and hips.

Tips for clothing:

Fitted tops and knitwear are ideal to make the most of your figure:

You will really benefit from emphasising your height. You can do this by drawing the eye up and down, rather than across your body.

Direct attention towards your bust and legs by adding touches of colour, patterns or details.

Aim to use matching material and colours on your top and bottom halves.

You have broader shoulders and smaller hips.

Tips for clothing:

Deep and narrow necklines slim your shoulders and lengthen your body.

Loosely falling tops that cover your shoulders are perfect.

Be sure to always emphasise the length of your body by drawing the eye up and down, not across.

Avoid details on the chest and shoulder areas such as hoods, wide lapels and patterns.

Instead, emphasise your well-proportioned legs and stylish shoes, trousers and skirts.

Your feminine silhouette is distinguished by your narrower shoulders,
slender waist and broader hips.

Tips for clothing:

You should be aiming to balance your hips by adding weight and emphasis to the shoulders and neck: large collars, chest details and visible accessories are all winners.

Aim for tops with striking patterns and colours.

Light tops should be combined with darker skirts and pants, any designs should run down the length of the item, elongating your legs.

Wear tops that are not too long and fall loosely at the waist.

Plus size clothes shouldn't be about compromise, they should be about choice.

Short jackets or boleros are made for you as they show off your feminine waist, especially when combined with fitted tops and high-waisted trousers.

Wrap dresses and tops draw attention to the waist and you should go for bold patterns and prints - you have the ideal shape to pull them off.

Shoes... wear anything you like you have the choice of the full range - choose flats or heels to suit your outfit.

Plus size fashion shouldn't be about compromise, it should be about choice.

A casual layered look can help to give your figure more shape. A simple top and cardigan is ideal.

Tops over cropped trousers, jeans or skirts will flatter your figure. Emphasising your cleavage and legs will give the impression of a curvier shape.

You should go for narrow, straighter trousers, jeans or skirts, matched with accessories that will accentuate your height - think long necklaces rathen than belts.

Plus size fashion shouldn't be about compromise, it should be about choice. Curvissa offera comprehensive collection of plus size clothing that flatters v-shape figures

V-necks are the perfect complement to your figure; they have a lengthening effect and emphasise your height. This can be applied to all dresses, tops and blazers.

You will benefit from adding long scarves and necklaces to lengthy tops. Belts and sashes are best worn below the waist.

Coloured, patterned or detailed troushers are great as they add to the effect of drawing the eye down your body.

Plus size fashion shouldn't be about compromise, it should be about choice.

This wide-necked top with ruched detail is a great example of the type of fashion you should aim for; placing weight and emphasis at the chest, neck and shoulders. Tops in bright colours or with patterns and prints in these areas will achieve a similar effect.

Pairing tops with darker, basic trousers or jeans will keep the emphasis on the upper body, while a belt can be used to show off your smaller waist.

Don't be afraid to wear vibrant earrings or necklaces - these will add to the emphasis on your upper body.

Long, fitted shirts or tunics will emphasise your curves, especially if you go for a deep neckline.

Boxy tops, long coats and jackets should be avoided if possible as they take the shape out of your figure, hiding your waist.

To make the most of your figure when wearing casual clothing you should still look to include some fitted items and tailored lines - matching with jeans and casual shoes or pumps will add a less formal tone whilst continuing to make the most of your curves.

You should probably avoid loose-fitting tops which are fitted at the waist; instead try styles which gather at the hips or lower.

Cargo pants, tunics and long coats all suit the straight figure type well, but you should avoid skin-tight tops.

Carefully selected prints and designs work well as they can draw the eye to the right areas.

Darker tops will flatter your figure, although colour can still be added in splashes to lift the outfit.

Make the most of blouses and shirts by wearing them open at the neck, creating a V-Neck to slim your shoulders and emphasise height.

Layering patterned and bright tops is a great way to help add weight and emphasis to your top half, with collars, bold lapels and hoods all adding to the effect.

If shorts are not your thing then go for a simple skirt, trousers or jeans - although we recommend avoiding patterened or bright lower garments.

In winter chunky scarves and shawls have a flattering effect, and handbags will tend to suit better than long shoulder bags.

Feminine dresses with V-shaped necklines are perfect for glam occasions, especially when combined with an under-bust seam and fitted waist.

Skirts on the other hand should not be too fitted or too short, as this places emphasis on the hips and legs rather than your slim waist.

When accessorising try to include a belt where possible, and short to medium length necklaces can highlight the bust without detracting from your well-balanced shape.

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Floaty, un-gathered tunics like the item featured to the right are perfect for the straighter figure: They fall loosely, add to your height and enhance your bust.

Coupling stunning tinuc tops with black or neutral trousers adds emphasis to your upper body and bust, giving the impression of a curvier figure.

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Chic suits match your shape perfectly and can be dressed up or down as needed, just add stylish accessories and complementary items to match the occasion.

Choosing long necklaces will draw the eye down and a fitted blazer will add more weight to your hips.

Add emphasis to your legs by opting for crop trousers or a knee length skirt.

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Dresses, tunics and sophisticated halter necks are perfect compliments to your figure, and don't be afraid to try deeper necklines and exposed shoulders.

Accessorise by adding vibrant earrings and necklaces.

If you want to hide your feminine hips you could go for floaty panelled or A-line skirts, which can be particularly flattering for you.

Finally, heeled shoes will help to lengthen the leg.

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