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Your body shape is slender and lean, with fabulous legs, slim arms and structured shoulders. When viewed from behind, your shoulders are in line with your hips, and you don't have a strongly defined waist.
It's easy to mistake this body shape for an apple, but remember that apples tend to be larger busted, and have a softer shoulder line. Remember, it is possible to be a petite apple, but if you're small busted and have a structured body architecture, you're probably in the right place with lean column.
You might feel that you lack a waist or feminine curves, and may feel that you gain weight around your tummy area, but don't let your confidence fall - we're here to show you the very best styles for your body shape!
Your best styles
- Those which highlight your great arms and legs.
- Pleating and ruching at the waist, which will help you 'fake' an hourglass figure.
- Longline, slim fitting layers, which will emphasise your athletic figure.
- Straight cut casual tshirt and shirt dresses are made for you.
- An open jacket or wrap give a waist enhancing effect.
- Leggings and slim trousers will really show off your great legs - you can pair them with longline tops or tunics to keep the silhouette long and lean.
Avoid
- Shapeless droopy styles which hang from your shoulders and make your whole body look blocky.
- Boxy jackets and tops without a longer layer underneath to balance you out visually.
- Dropped waists are usually unflattering on you.
- Clothes designed to show off a fabulous cleavage probably aren't going to fill you with confidence
Our favourites for the Lean Column body shape
Frutti Cashmerino Stripe Sweater | Damson Lauren Jersey Trousers | Black Forest Phoebe Blouse | Navy & White Stripe Cotton Roll Neck
And remember, almost all of our styles are in jersey, knit or other stretch fabrics, which means that many of them can be styled for almost any body shape. This means that you shouldn't be afraid to experiment with styles outside of the recommendations above; something completely different might be perfect for your unique combination of lifestyle, body shape, face shape, and attitude to life!
If you want some in-person advice from the experts, why not book into our Colour Studio and let one of the Kettlewell Stylist team help you find your best styles? Body confidence guaranteed!
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