How to Wear Clothes that Compliments Your Body Type and Figure

By: Aqua Blutopia

Emma Riley Sutton

Emma Riley Sutton has more than 25 years of writing experience, contributing to many nationally recognized magazines and copy writing for corporations and non-profit organizations. She has many years of experience as a professional wedding/event coordinator, interior decorator/home stager and career counselor/advocate. She has two degrees in English and public relatiAll women are beautiful not just those picture-perfect models, actresses and singers on the cover magazines. One of the reasons all women are beautiful is because they all come in different shapes and sizes. Not one woman is exactly like another; each woman is unique and special. Despite this, most women want to look their best. One way to do this is dress in a manner that will make your specific shape and size look great. Follow these guidelines any will you be able to dress to flatter your body type. Once you know how to do it, dressing to compliment your body type is easy. All it takes are a few easy tips to follow.

Follow Tips:

1.  Apple Shaped

1)    Buy blouses that fit you at your bust. Make sure they don’t cling to your body. Wrap-around tops work well for your shape. Choose jackets that have long lapels.

2)    Avoid empire-waist tops and turtlenecks. V-neck, boat and collared tops usually work best. Experiment with light and bright colors for you shirts and blouses.

 

 

3)    Wear darker colored pants and skirts. To hide excessive weight in your middle, wear higher waistlines. Purchase pants that wide-legged.

 

2.  Pear Shaped

4)    You want to emphasize your upper half to balance out your lower half. Flared or boot cut pants (not overly so, however) in a solid or subtle pattern, preferable neutrals, work well, as do A-line skirts that flare away from your body. Just above the knee works well. Avoid pants that are too low cut and bottoms that are tight.

 

5)    Wear black tops and blouses that will make you look slimmer. Try sleeveless t-shirts and tops. Experiment with different looks that brings the eye upward.

 

6)      Up top, you want something with some shape to it--a structured jacket, a well-defined-top (especially a moderate V-neck, which will draw attention up) or a fun. The goal is to draw attention up, towards your face.

Draw the eyes up by wearing tops with patterns and color. Wide necklines will have the same effect. Dresses and skirts should fall at your knee. Avoid anything that is clingy. Add a great necklace to draw attention away from the bottom half of your body as well

7)      Heels look better than flats on almost any occasion, but if you must do a flat, find one with a pointed toe. This will elongate the leg line.

 

8)   Low-rise pants are a great choice for the woman who is pear shaped. Avoid pants with side pockets; they will only emphasis your hips. Wide or boot cut pants will draw the eye away from your hips.

 

3.  Plus-Size

9)    Wear clothes that fit. Oversized clothes only add bulk and make you look larger. Look for tops and blouses that have details at the neckline to bring the eye to your face.

 

10)  Patterns are fine as long as they match your body size. Try vertical stripes that are proportionate to your body size to make the eye look up and down instead of side to side.

 

11)  Choose outfits that are monotone. All clothing should have some stretch to it. Find the smallest part of your waist and accentuate this area with a belt.

 

4.  Tall

12)    A skirt just below the knee will balance out a taller person.

 

13)    If you are self-conscious about being tall, avoid heels. Wear flats, or shoes with kitten heels, which give the effect of wearing a heel without adding much height.

 

14)    A higher neck (but not turtleneck) will also help balance out a taller figure. Think crewneck or cowl neck shirts.

 

15)    Fitted clothes like structured shirts and jackets, and straight-legged pants will help balance out a tall figure.

 

16)    Horizontal or diagonal patterns on clothes will draw attention across the body, rather than up and down the way vertical stripes do.

 

5.  Boyish Figure/ Rectangler Shape

17)  Buy baby doll blouses and dresses with ruffles and details around your bust. Bring attention to your shoulders, neck and face by wearing spaghetti straps and tank tops.

 

 

18)  Shop for clothing that will define your waist. Experiment with different types of belts that will bring attention to your curves. Lots of color, textures and patterns look great on you.

19)  Look for clothing that will make you look taller; avoid cropped tops and t-shirts. Skirts look great on women with boyish figures. Avoid boot cut pants and jeans; wear straight leg pants instead.

 

6.  Short

20)    Obviously an easy fix is heels--the higher they are, the taller you look. Pointy toes will also help lengthen the leg line.

 

21)    Wear vertical stripes. Not only are they slimming, but they tend to lengthen the body. Avoid any horizontal patterns. You want to draw the eye up and down, not across.

 

22)    Avoid skirts below the knee. Just above the knee is most flattering for short figures.

23)    Same with dresses--pick ones that end just above the knee.

 

24)    A low or moderate V-neck will elongate the neck and torso, making you appear taller.

 

7) Top Heavy

25)    Essentially, you want to balance your upper and lower body. If you are top heavy, you want to create more volume on the bottom and minimize the volume up top. The first step for top heavy people is to get a good bra--make sure it lifts and keeps everything in place.

 

26)    A darker silhouette on top will minimize a larger chest. Think dark colors or subtle patterns.

 

27)    A longer, tunic-style top will lengthen the upper body, slimming it.

 

Tips For Every Body Type:

·         Bright colors or patterns draw attention to an area. Use these on areas you are trying to play up.

·         Darker colors, subtle patterns and neutrals (other than white) play down an area. Use these on "problem" areas. Also, avoid tight clothes on problem areas.

·         A structured jacket is a great addition to nearly any outfit and looks great on all body types.

·         Heels and pointed toes will make your legs look longer and slimmer.

·         Balance--if one article is tight, make the other loose, or vice versa. Balance a short skirt with a turtleneck. A super-low cut shirt can be balanced out with a pair of wide leg pants.

·         Vertical stripes are always taller/more slimming, while horizontal stripes will give you volume.

·         Walking in heels is better exercise than walking in flats, but don't get too high of a heel or you'll have back and foot pain.

Inspirational World Renowned Photographer Artist Isack Kousnsky

 By: Aqua Blutopia (Photo Images By: Photographer Artist Mr. Isack Kousnsky)

 

 

 

There are a lot of different
 things that can Inspire certain people. And one of those inspirations is world renowned photographer artist Mr. Isack Kousnsky. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 He shoots fabulous environmental portraits, with saturated colors, with breathtaking images.  As well as a surreal mood and feeling he can craft in a photograph with his controlled lighting mixed with a mix of pastel colors, which even bring the image more to life.

 

 

 

Isack Kousnsky’s storytelling nature of his photographs, cause you to linger on the image and exudes sophistication through simplicity. You sense the solitude, the etherealness, and tranquility, as if you were in the scenes yourself.

 
 
 

 

 

 

I think perhaps it was his attempt to reduce the complicated, noisy, colorful, cluttered, busy, fast paced world, to something calm, simple and meditative.

 

But I rather believe interpretation should be in the mind, heart and soul of the beholder. So, perhaps it is better if you think about it yourself. 

 

Here are some images of Mr. Isack Kousnsky artistic Photography:(Images of New York City & Miami’s Ocean Beach)

 Although it is likely that most everyone is     familiar with Isack Kousnsky’s work, I take great inspiration from the man who captured more dynamic, vibrant, striking detail.

    





 I've never been big on artistic photography until I saw his photos, and now I am in love.

 



I find him absolutely inspirational, the general "surrealist" mood in his shots, the composition and the creative elaboration are inspiring and Mr. Isack Kousnsky is a master in his work as an Artist.

 

Isack Kousnsky’s photographs are transcendent. The images, which are enhanced using abstract compositional strategies, play with the viewer’s perception of pictorial space and literally transport you to each location. A bit like the chalk drawings in Mary Poppins, you simply want to jump into his world.

 In addition to his own work Isack told us of the artists he has discovered in Haiti. Of the women he says who sing joyfully as they work and paint with such spirit. ”They are much better than many of the ‘trained’ artists I know,” he says. Isack purchases their work and re-sells the paintings in order to raise money for the relief efforts. Click here to find out more.

Tips on How to Deal with Critical and Judgmental People

By: AQUA BLUTOPIA

 

If you’re dealing with someone who just can’t see the possible value or meaning in your point of view, then you’re dealing with a critical, judgmental person, who cannot empathize well. People like this cannot take on an alternate position and view things from another’s vantage point.  They cannot take on the perceptions and feelings that a person in that alternate position would have. If they could, they’d easily be able to see the reasons why their point of view is not the only valid one and stop claiming that everyone else is just “wrong”. People with low or no empathy tend to be very critical, disrespectful and judgmental.  Also they tend to have a difficult time understanding or caring about the fact that insisting your thinking is wrong and valueless will hurt your feelings.

It can be a challenge to deal with judgmental people, but sometimes we do not have a choice. It may be someone we work with, a family member or just some random person. The best way handle people like this, is to just ignore them. If they say something that is inappropriate or judgmental then you might just want to ignore them. If it is someone like your boss who you cannot just ignore, then you can simply pretend that you are listening and let it go in one ear and out the other. Pretend that they are just talking nonsense. If someone is very judgmental, then it is not worth your time and effort. You can just tune out and think about something else when they are talking.

Although no one enjoys dealing with them, everyone comes in contact with judgmental and disrespectful people from time to time. If you're not careful, encounters with these people can leave you upset and feeling stressed. It's important to remember that although rude people may think very highly of themselves, most other people do not view them in the same way. There's a very good chance that this rude judgmental person has offended many other people, and it's not just you that has dealt with their disrespect.

Sometimes, Judgmental people don't always mean to hurt you. When it comes to your mother and father; they want the best for you, so they tell you everything they can think of, that you may do based on their experiences in life. But judgmental people, even sometimes family, can really cause damage unless you are proactive.  Here are some tips to prevent these people from hampering your life.

1)    Work on your self-esteem. This is the key to dealing with judgmental people. Have a firm idea of your abilities, limitations, beliefs and values. This shields you from people who try to make you feel small so they feel superior.

2)    Stay calm no matter what the situation. It's best to buy as much time as you can before responding. These types of people enjoy upsetting you to the point where you say things that you don't mean or start to behave in a disrespectful manner that mimics their own behavior.

 

3)    Develop a sense of humor. Other people's judgments can be comical when they're completely irrelevant to what you believe or experience.

 

4)    Consider the judgmental person's authority if it's a work situation. Your supervisor's criticism is worth acknowledging quietly if it keeps you from losing your job.

5) Decide what type of relationship you would like to have with him or her. For example, if he or she is a co-worker, you probably want to be able to tolerate them in the office. When interacting with the person, make a peaceful working relationship your goal. You might want to avoid any conversation with them that doesn't involve work, at least at first.

6)    Recognize it's their problem no matter what the situation. Their judgments reflect their own lack of self-esteem. Distance yourself from their destructive behavior by realizing you haven't done anything wrong.

7)    Nurture yourself so you don't buy into the hurtful opinions of judgmental people out of stress or insecurity. Daily meditation is a great way to let go of negativity. Always be true to yourself and your beliefs and don't back down when the rude judgmental person tries to intimidate you. Even if he or she seems very domineering, don't let him or she persuades you to do something that makes you uncomfortable or behave out of line.

Sometimes people say something in order to rile you up. You should try as much as possible not to let it get to you. Remember that it is their problem and not yours. You should be happy that you are not that way. If they are judging you about something that is none of their business, then why should you care what they say? Think about all of the people who are supportive of you and whose opinion actually matters to you.

In certain times, you might feel better to stand up to someone. Be careful about doing this when it is someone like your boss of course. However in a lot of cases, saying something might make you feel better. Try to stay calm and not let yourself get emotional or angry. That might be just what they want. Instead talk to them and explain your point of view. You may want to just say for them to keep out of it. You could say that it is something that does not concern them or they may not have any real knowledge of what they speak of. You could simply say that you feel differently about the point. For instance, if they are saying something bad about someone you know, you can stand up for them. By showing your support, you may shame the person. They may even see the error of their ways. Sometimes people do not realize how judgmental they are and people can change.

Dealing with judgmental people can be difficult and frustrating and keeping your temper and logically thinking through any actions may help you. Utilize the above tips to help you deal with such people.