How to Dress a Boyish Shape Body

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If you have a boyish body shape, your goal will be to create the appearance of a full chest and rear with the help of select articles of clothing. Many women who focus on fitness maintain a boyish shape because of the limited fat on their bodies. If you can show off your slim figure while still accentuating your female figure, you will turn heads every time. Here are some tips explaining how to dress a boyish shape body.

What Is A Boyish Shape Body?

A boyish body shape is straight up and down, with minimal curves on the chest, hips and rear. Mila Kunis, Natalie Portman, and Keira Knightley are all great examples of women with boyish shaped bodies. Seeing that all three of these actresses are considered modern-day sex symbols, having a boyish body is nothing to be ashamed of! You just have to get people to appreciate your thin frame and the curves you have hiding within it.

Fashion Goals For Boyish Body Shapes

When you dress a boyish body shape, the idea is to create a curvier frame and add volume to areas where it may be lacking. Enhance your great legs and arms while creating the illusion of a fuller bust and rear. The fashion tips below will show you what to wear and what not to wear to suit your boyish body.

What To Wear

Some of the best clothing for boyish body shapes include:

  • Ruffled shirts
  • Jackets with a bias cut or cinched waist
  • Tight jeans that help lift the rear end
  • Jeans and skirts with a low waist
  • Chokers, scarves, and belts
  • Fun jewelry

There is nothing wrong with looking thin and lean, so don’t be shy to show off your legs and arms. All you have to do is find clothes that add a little extra volume to your hips and bust to create an hourglass shape on your straight frame. Even if you stick with a “tomboy” fashion sense, you can use the ideas above to choose clothing that best fits your body shape.

What NOT To Wear

Some fashion choices will make your body look as flat as can be, to the point that it overwhelms your lean frame. To avoid this, make sure you steer clear of the following clothing items:

  • Loose clothing
  • Vertical lines
  • High-waist pants and skirts
  • Straight cut jeans
  • Clingy blouses

Remember to have fun with your fashion choices. It’s not what you wear — it’s how you wear it. Let your beauty from within shine and take your stride with confidence. Embrace the shape you were born with and accentuate all the beautiful parts you have.

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