Figure Flattery 

Determine your body shape from the explanations below and use our KEY TO FIGURE FLATTERY diagram to select styles that are particularly flattering to your figure. Choosing styles suited to your body shape can also eliminate the need for most pattern adjustments.

Look for the figure symbol that indicates your body shape, then proceed with confidence, knowing that your pattern adjustments will be minimal and your finished garment will be pure figure flattery.

figureflattery-invertedtriangle.png THE INVERTED TRIANGLE: Large bust and/or broad shoulders with narrow hips.

figureflattery-triangle.png THE TRIANGLE: Small bust and/or narrow shoulders with full hips and/or thighs.

figureflattery-rectangle.png THE RECTANGLE: Balanced on top and bottom, but boxy, with little or no waist definition.

figureflattery-hourglass.png THE HOURGLASS: Equally balanced on top and bottom, with a trim waist.

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