Hourglass Body Characteristics Defining features: Bust and hips are approximately the same width Waist is at least 25% smaller than bust and hips Balanced upper and lower body proportions Curves distributed proportionally Weight gain typically distributed evenly Style goals: Emphasize and celebrate the defined waist Maintain balanced proportions between top and bottom Choose styles that follow natural curves Avoid adding bulk or hiding the waistline Most Flattering Formal Dress Styles for Hourglass Figures Mermaid and Trumpet Silhouettes: These curve-hugging styles are made for hourglass figures
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The Piqu (or Marcella) Cotton Shirt Usually reserved for formal dress shirts (more on those below), cotton piqu features raised parallel cords, and is thought to have been invented expressly for the purposes of white tie, the most formal of all dress codes
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The short jacket adds an extra layer of grace, its front bow accentuating the ensemble's charm
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