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Sure, we thought we’d never use geometry after high school, but the runways have proven us wrong, and we couldn’t be more excited for this life lesson. Strong lines, bold prints and geometric structure juxtapose Spring’s likely cast of girly ruffles and soft floral. Not sure you have the geometry gene? Well, here’s a little cheat sheet to keep you rocking all the right angles. The basic rule of print is balance. While larger frames can pull off big, bold prints, large prints will exaggerate the larger parts of your figure, so try a smaller print or a solid dark color on the areas you want to tone down. Likewise, because large prints instantly add volume, employ them create the illusion of curves wherever you are wanting. Be mindful of proportions, and scale the print to your size – if you have a smaller frame, stick with smaller or more abstract prints that won’t overwhelm your shape. If your heart is set on a big, bold print, just remember to balance it with something solid. Of course, when it comes to fashion, the rules aren’t absolute – so take risks and always let your personal style shine! Designers have departed from the rigid rules of mathematics and escaped into a whimsical world of abstract graphics and silhouettes. So embrace this carefree spirit, have fun with geometry, and you just might find that sometimes even a square peg fits into a round hole! |
June 16, 2009 | 12th Edition
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Bold Geometric Prints: Whether your personal style parallels the runways, or you prefer a perpendicular approach, bold geometric prints add flair to any angle. Geometry has graduated from standard circles and squares into abstract shapes and sizes that are anything but basic. |
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Mixing Prints: Rules were made to be broken, right? So throw that one about not mixing prints out the window, and embrace one of Spring’s most fun new trends! Find a common color to weave the prints together, and always remember to balance proportions with one print that is either smaller, more dense, or both! |
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Geometric Silhouettes: It’s all the fun of 3D without the silly glasses! Designers have gone deeper than ever into the wonders of mathematic land, playing with proportions, angles, and silhouettes to create rousing renditions of geometry in motion. |
June 16, 2009 | 12th Edition
Quiz: What is your body type?
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The Results Are In! |
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DIAMOND You sparkle in pieces that highlight your slim limbs. Try styles like CAbi’s Flirt Skirt as a dress, which draws the eye upward to your shoulders and arms while disguising your less favorite features. CAbi’s Milano Tunic is another extremely flattering silhouette with a pretty empire waist detail that then flows loosely over the midsection to camouflage the tummy. |
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HOURGLASS You’ve got curves to die for, so embrace fashion to maximize your bombshell body. This is the most balanced shape, so pretty much anything looks good on you. CAbi’s Jungle Wrap Dress is an especially perfect silhouette to flatter your oh-so-feminine shape. |
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TRIANGLE Show off your narrow shoulders and defined waist in a form-fitting top like CAbi’s Hanky Wrap, which, as an added bonus, enhances your curves to create the illusion of an hourglass. Balance your lower body with pants or skirts that are straight through the hip and thigh for a head-to-toe slimming silhouette. |
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RECTANGLE Your long lean lines make you look like an athlete even without trying! Focus on styles that will define your waist and create curves, like CAbi’s Grecian Tanks and Corset Tanks and Wrap Tops. |
June 16, 2009 | 12th Edition
Diamond: Make your geometric statement with a subtle, small or light colored print on either a blouse or a bottom. Less is more, so steer clear of mixing prints or wearing print all over. Blouses with square necklines or shoulders will create balance, and tunics are a diamond’s best friend!
Hourglass: You set the curve! Take advantage of your proportionally balanced figure and have fun with geometric silhouettes like A-line tops and boxy blouses. Wear prints all over to accentuate your shape. Printed wrap dresses highlight your waist for an especially flattering form.
Rectangle / Lean: Geometry has never been so much fun! Play with mixing prints, and define your waistline with contrasting colors or prints placed at the waist. Create the illusion of curves by drawing the eye to focus on the shapes in the fabric or structure. Geometric silhouettes like A-line tops, skirts, and dresses, boxy shoulders, and funky necklines amplify shape.
Triangle: Wear a printed top to draw the eye upward and create the illusion of an hourglass by balancing your hips and shoulders. Rectangle silhouettes like wide, straight leg pants will create flattering lines that slim the hip and thigh.
June 16, 2009 | 12th Edition
If you’re not ready to dive back into geometry, accessories are a great way to test the waters. So tip your hat to geometric silhouettes and put a little kick in your step with a pair of bold heels or subtle sandals. Shape up and embrace all that geometry has to offer!
June 16, 2009 | 12th Edition
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V-Necks accent the neckline and highlight the collarbones, making this style the most flattering shape for women of all types and sizes. The vertical lines lengthen your neck and create the illusion of a longer face, and can also serve as a bust-minimizer. |
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Scoop Necks create proportion for heavier builds and round faces, but long, thin faces beware – this cut will make your neck look lanky. On the plus side, the rounded shape is a natural bust booster. |
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Boat Necks (aka Bateau) are an ideal neckline for triangle body types because it draws the eye upward and balances visual proportions. The strong line of this style beckons interest, without showing too much skin, so it’s the perfect balance of fashion savvy and conservative cool. |
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One Shoulder / Asymmetrical tops look great on almost anyone, and are an easy way to make a fashion statement. The unique cut shows off the neck, collarbone and shoulders, and draws the eye upward to focus on these feminine features. |
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Halter: Get ready to show off your toned arms in this back-baring style! Halter tops are most flattering on moderate to small busted women, because they can over-emphasize a larger bust and create a disproportionate silhouette. |
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Strapless: Fit is the key to taking full advantage of this sexy style, so make sure you get just the right size to avoid sagging or busting out. Strapless tops draw the eye upward and highlight your collarbone and shoulders. |
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Sweetheart cuts are flattering on most figures, but add an extra sparkle to larger frames as they balances proportions to create an eye-catching shape. |
June 16, 2009 | 12th Edition
Guida Bellinger from Littleton Colorado is the lucky winner of our Fall 09 Moonbeam Blouse, and we think she looks just fabulous in it!
