Elegant Columns

Strong, Sassy, Elegant Columns

You'll recognize the column/Rectangle body shape due to the fact their measurements are equal from top to bottom. Shoulders and hips are same width with a slight waist. They are usually quite tall with long limbs and legs to die for. Even if they put on weight they still have amazing legs.

You would think this is the ideal body shape, but these ladies sometimes feel too masculine and want to create curves and a waist. They want a J-LO waist, a Sofia Vergara Bust and a Beyonce Bottom. Of course, I think a statuesque,willowy woman in a clingy, slit to the navel  dress a la  Gynthew Paltrow looks stunning. But if you want curves, here's the  way to do it.

Your magic fashion Formula

Cinch the waist

Add volume at the hips and chest with pleats and gathers

• Show of those shoulders by wearing strapless gowns or wide necklines to create illusion of width on top
• Fishtail gowns that come in a  the waist and flair out the hemline are perfect to create an hourglass figure
• Show of the pins and wear short dresses and skirts or skimming gowns  to draw attention to your amazing legs
• Don't be afraid to wear gathered , rouched dresses and gowns with heaps of frou frou to create curves
• A-line dresses are perfect with a belt to create the illusion of hips
• Avoid plain black. Use print, colour and shiny fabrics to soften your silhouette.

 Celebrities rockin their bodies

 Pink is very much a rectangle. She is a strong, athletic girl but this gown with the fishtail at the bottom makes her look sexy and curvy and the ruffles on the bust area create volume.

George Clooney's ex, Stacey Kiebler, uses ruffles at the hips to create width. It tappers  in at the legs to create a lovely shape. Perfect

Cameron Diaz wear ruffles at the bust  and around the hips with lots of flair at the hemlines to become a heavenly curveaceous goddess.

Notice the flattering soft tones to create a very feminine look

Columns look amazing in skinny pants and jeans with high heels. Make sure the tops are wider on the neckline and peplums look fantastic to create curves on the hips. Horizontal stripes are perfect for you

Anything with gathering or ruffles will look amazing on a column. So play up your girly side.

Or go for a slim wrap dress gathered at the waist with a slim bottom half.

Have fun with your shape and experiment to see what you love and what you feel comfortable in. It's all about making you feel fabulous and happy. You are beautiful. Shout it out to the world!!!