@@TheKonnoisseur11 I end up just sticking to semi fitted shirts and high waisted bottoms of some kind. Whenever I try to wear tshirts, or anything too loose on top, especially if it's got a stiffer fabric, I seem to look frumpy.
@@cocoacoolness I can absolutely understand your struggles. I think I've found a solution for the top part with deep v/wide v necklines, better if made of a soft knit that is a bit loose, this way there's draping starting from my shoulder. also wrap tops or with that crossed effect, again it's better if it's fluid/light knit. I was able to find a few brand that have a lot of these options and I stick with them. I'm still working on the bottoms!
@@cocoacoolness I don't know where you're located but they're all European brands. Intimissimi (italian lingerie brand) for the wrap tops in cashmere mix, Promod (french) for the deep v soft knits, MbyM (danish) for wrap tops as well. They're all quite affordable
I believe I'm a Soft Dramatic! I am 5'8" and very curvy with an hourglass shape. I've struggled with dressing my body because I would either look frumpy or overly sexualized. Thank you for these tips!
I went clothes shopping today and for the first time, when I looked in the mirror I didn’t judge my body and get frustrated at why my body didn’t look right in the outfits. Instead, I used your words to describe why the clothes weren’t right for me. As a 40-year-old, I can tell you this was a life changing mindset. I didn’t tell myself I was too fat or tall or broad. I embraced my curves and my height. I used the words strong and dramatic instead. Thank you for helping me reframe my thoughts. I found some great outfits and newfound confidence.
this makes me so happy. kibbe might need some updating for inclusivity but it’s sooooo much better than the fruit system whose tips seem to want to just turn everyone into an hourglass
this is so true!! I always thought the problem was my body until I discovered how to dress for my lines. Now I'm so much kinder to myself and accepting of my body. It is truly life changing!!🩷
Yeah, I am Soft Dramatic. I always wondered also as a teenager, why I dont look myself and good when I dress casual. I always wondered as a girl, why glamourous coats look so, so good on me. Yes, I need a lot of glamour.
The problem I have with this is that I feel like Sofia Vegaras style is not very "current"? It reminds me a lot of late 00s early 10s. I'd love to see you do style videos based on the hot influencers at the moment, like matilds djerf, Emma chamberlain and so on- I find it a lot easier to resonate with their style and I think this might help with typing a lot of younger people interested in Kibbe xxx
I knowww, right? When I look for references there are always only old Hollywood actresses, or women over 35. Which is fine, it still helps with the overall outline of the outfit, but I would love to steal an inspo from current fashion icons, such as Rihanna.
Look for inspiration in Tracee Ellis Ross - she's a SD and she's very bold and current with her styles. Also, we always have to understand that not every trend will be compatible with our type and especially with SD - this type has this specific "maturity" and "timelessness" about it, do it's really hard to look very trendy, imo.
A thing about being soft dramatic that i cant explain to anyone: I always feel too put together, even when i try to look undone and i dont put effort in it but i cant look casual and sporty, i always look elegant and posed. I mean its not that bad of a thing but sometimes i would love that wildy and chilled back and undone look, that feminine in a less glamourous way.
It’s so true. I can never look sporty, or have that effortless approachable vibe. Even light make up and brushing the hair, that’s it has an elegant soft glam feel
Same!!! I bought a straw hat online the other day to walk to the office in the sun and not get a heat stroke (note that our office wear is suuuper casual) and I cannot wear it at all !!! I literally looked like a 50s diva strolling through Cannes 😂😂😂😂
Strange i thought it's opposite. I have to put lots of make up and good clothes to look normal. When i do minimal effort i look terrible! Thats what i envy naturals
Kind of such a weird contradiction how a soft dramatic actually needs glamour to look casual! But I get it and I think it was you who said that soft dramatics can look boring and plain if they skip the glamour. It’s a new concept for me as a sd I think cos I’m a pretty low key person living in a VERY non glamorous country (New Zealand) so what I’ve always observe around me is super casual. So I am learning that not only can I carry those glamorous details but I really actually need them! I feel like my outfits have improved 100 percent since I started watching your videos! Thank you for your guidance!
That's actually so funny to think about because I've noticed that when I really want to dress comfy kind of like sweatpants outfit, if I put on a sick pair of earrings somehow I look way better 😂 it's so easy for me to look frumpy but for some reason putting in a nice pair of earrings rather, it be smaller, large but as long as it's rounded and a bit sparkly the outfit is a lot more forgiving to the eye 😂
I love this! The shirt thing spoke to my soul. As someone inspired by French fashion, I spent SO years not getting why the ''classic white shirt'' (and a lot of menswear inspired ''classic'' clothes) looked absolutely awful on me (Soft Dramatic/Dark Autumn, probably the worst clothing item for me lol). I'd love to see a video on borrowing lines from other types like you exemplified with the flowing FN skirts. For SD I often see recommendations about borrowing from FN and TR, but I'm particularly interested about borrowing from SN, since I feel SN clothes are easier to find in casual wear as well and the types feel somewhat ''close''.
Can I recommend revisiting menswear BUT reference Monica Bullici in a suit. Tailored and structured but always cut to a feminine form. (Ie. Shoulders, waist and pant leg) I think SDs can kill a suit because of the yang form to our bodies just make sure it's fitted and lil sexy 😉🔥
Understanding my Kibbe ID as a SD has dramatically changed my relationship with my body and my clothes to a positive extreme. Thank you so much for sharing!!
I deeply appreciate this video. Finding that casual sweet spot for an SD is so hard. It took me a while to understand what you meant about needing glam to elevate to casual but then it clicked! I've always known that with my body type there are so many things other people can wear and look casual but if I wear them I look frumpy and shlubby! Got it! On the other end of the spectrum, totally regular dresses on me can look like I'm trying to bombshell it out when I'm just trying to find something to go to a wedding. Thanks so much for addressing these challenges. It's the first time I've seen these challenges named and addressed!
Oh, boy. I was once a 5'7" soft dramatic 13-yr-old and had such a hard time finding clothes. I experimented with every style I could and felt the best in glamorous vintage dresses but never really figured out casual clothes. I wish I'd had this advice. Glad you and your daughter have access to it. Enjoy exploring together!
@@alexba1ley I am a 5'7'' SD too lol I have known about Kibbe for 4 years by now, but yeah would have saved me from thinking why I looked really bad with a white shirt and dark pants or vice versa and many other fashion questions. I still wear light pants with a darker shirt though as it accentuates my bottom heavy body and I have finally embraced it
I was also 5’7” at 13 and a soft dramatic…it’s rough to find clothes at that age! Love that you’re working with her body type 💕 I used to really love boho dresses at that age with a waist belt, scarves were also my thing lol v Stevie nicks for me.
I am 5ft 7, so as far as I understand, I can only be a dramatic, a FN or a SD. I am definitely curvy so I had ruled out dramatic, but I've been tossing up so much on FN and SD especially as I have a smaller bust than most of the celebrity examples, but your Q&A videos and this one have convinced me that I'm definitely a SD! In winter, I feel like I have to throw on a big soft scarf with everything to make it look right! I feel like these recommendations fit my body perfectly, so thank you!! Loving your channel.
Thank you so much for this! I feel like I either dress 100% glamour, feminine, or bold, or I'm in baggy t-shirts and shorts, which never look as effortlessly cute on me. It's great to have some new ideas for casual looks. I'm always wearing large, usually rounded, earrings too! They are my favorites by far 💙
Thank you so much for this video! The insight that you need some of that glamour/boldness to match you is gold. When I was younger I often tried either dramatic classic or soft natural styles because being both tall and feminine I was worried about looking ‘over the top.’ Now I realize that embracing the drama doesn’t overwhelm me like it might other people, it feels and looks just right 🥰
@@TheKonnoisseur11 Short answer: -long lines (high-waisted pants or skirts, unbroken silhouettes/monochrome looks, midi skirts/dresses) -lush fabrics -off the shoulder looks (omg I cannot tell you how many compliments I get!) -sparkly or large jewelry -large, soft prints -doing 20% more with my hair and make-up so I look more “done” -generally embracing a more overtly feminine look (growing up it was not okay to be a girly girl, but secretly I might be one… who knew?) Long answer: About me - I’m a soft dramatic, winter (I can’t decide between dark and bright, not cool enough to be a true winter), romantic/classic/gamine essences. Fine, straight hair and combination/oily skin. I’m an artist and gardener, so on the one hand people accept a lot of drama from my aesthetic but I also need a more practical wardrobe as well (definitely haven’t messed with that side as much.) I feel like in the past the “drama” came off more as “eccentric” and I’m trying to move it more towards “glamorous.” Oh and I’m in my 30s so I feel like I’ve finally aged into some of the SD looks, whether that’s just a mental/personal growth thing or not I don’t know. I already had a lot to build from in my wardrobe because we tend to intuitively like styles that work with our kibbe type, but I’m styling things differently, wearing certain items more frequently, and slowly adding pieces (poshmark and etsy have been my friend.) Some things I’ve added or am doing differently: -black midi ribbed skirt from Abercrombie. I feel like the light texture of ribbed fabrics is really flattering in general. -off the shoulder bodysuit, white background with large floral print and ruffle top. As I said, off the shoulder is our friend. (I hate the phrase T-silhouette, but this is it.) -learning how to style “fancy” jewelry (mostly inherited) with casual looks: pearls, diamond earrings, etc. This was stuff I almost never wore or reserved only for special occasions, but adding a piece or two to a daywear look instantly turns something from millennial minimalist to soft dramatic casual glamor. -faux leather moto jacket I thrifted ($9!) I’d love to eventually get a real leather one that would last me forever, but I’m getting tons of compliments on this one in the meantime. What’s works as a SD: structured jacket with feminine detailing (draped front, quilted shoulders, shiny zippers) i.e., drama meets softness. -silk shirt from Quince (silk and velvet, yes please.) -actually blow drying my hair. My hair dries so quickly on its own that I was always a wash-n-go girl, but taking the two minutes to rough dry it makes my hair so sleek and polished. Plus it helps keep my roots from getting as greasy as quickly. (Don’t @ me with fine hair tips anyone, I’ve tried literally every technique/product/regimen and honestly growing my hair out long and washing/blow drying it daily - basically the opposite of most advice - is looking and feeling so much better.) I feel like you often see big curls on SDs and while I like the way it looks, I’ve found that having sleek, straight hair also fits the SD vibe and is much easier as a daily thing for me. I’m also thinking of buying a velvet hair bow (so girly?! It’s still a little strange for me) -small floral prints and small lace make me look bigger (no matter how much I’d like to be, I’m just not a petite ingénue), but large floral prints and large lace match me and still have a lot of femininity. I have a number of pieces with small prints that I love (other elements about them work really well: wrap dresses, drapey fabrics) and I’m not planning to get rid of them, but I’m trying not to buy small prints moving forward. -I’m in the market for a pair of red high-waisted palazzo/wide-legged pants. I’ve found a lot that are close, but nothing that’s exactly what I’m looking for. -hats! I’ve always known that hats look good on me, but a lot of people are not hat people (a damn shame) so I would get a lot of comments or attention and feel insecure. They’ve become somewhat more common over the last 5-10 years and I have a few in my rotation, but I’m in the market for more. I do think embracing soft dramatic style means embracing being noticed (for me at least), which I’ve done enough work around to be comfortable with at this point. -I’m definitely pulling more pieces that are in my colors and getting rid of stuff that isn’t. Just because I CAN wear a color doesn’t mean it brings out my beauty and at this point I want to feel fabulous in my clothes. I feel like this comes up a lot in the comments on this channel (“harmonious” vs “creating an effect”) I feel lucky that I’m a winter bc the high contrast really suits the SD vibe. -I have always done a little make-up as an every day thing (
@@vermiliongardens wow awesome. I used to think I was a winter then I discovered dark summer ! The gift and the curse of soft dramatic is that you have to become a goddess diva boss lady lol. Which means you have to become a custom to embodying those looks Yes the T sillohette is real. Instead of hiding your shoulders you embrace them and I’ve seen it work for celebs like Wendy Williams Some things I like: slits, knee Length, trumpet , satin ruching. What do you think about 1920s flapper Egyptian Japanese goddess style etc for soft dramatic inspiration?
Love this video! I’m an FN, about 5’8” but Honestly for years of my life before kibbe i used almost every one of these tools. I still am investigating the bridge between my essence and my Kibbe Type
FN aspiring to be as glam as an SD lol. I wish my problem was looking too put together, I'm so jelly of these recommendations but I know they look restrictive on my type. I'd love the reverse of this video about how to look more sleek, put together and glam as a FN. I'm sure I'm not the only FN who's outgrown the hippie boho look we constantly get pigeon holed into. 😆
this is so amazing and completely explains why I’m a skirt and dress girl and absolutely can’t stand collared shirts on me but love them. on others. would love to see SD inspo with more modern “influencer” style
This is so helpful! I’ve finally landed on SD for me. I’m a stay at home mom with my toddler, and I want to feel put together while not overdressing for the park. This helps!
THIS is my body type!! I was always so confused because I have the romantic curves but the dramatic height, so I'm happy to know soft dramatic exists! I'm especially excited to try bootcut jeans again; those look amazing on Sofia. I like the tip for the collared dress shirt with a rounded hem as well... I think the softness of the fabric makes a lot of difference there too.
@@peggysyri3193 same! I commented before asking for this as well, casual romantic ideas. I default to a t shirt and jeans, but I know there has to be a better casual look for romantics out there! So many of the recommendations out there are for very dressy occasions. Glad to see I am not the only one!
I’ve been confused about my kibbe type bc I’m 5’3” and have a distinctly defined waist and broad bony shoulders, but my long slender arms and legs keep me from making sense as a theatric romantic. Listening to this description… I think I might just be a short soft dramatic 😳 you said “it’s actually quite hard for a soft dramatic to look formal” and my jaw dropped. Every time I try to dress up for a fancy event, no matter what I wear, when I see pictures of me with others afterward I look completely underdressed in comparison! A single not-totally-formal addition makes the entire thing look casual. 🤯
Thank you so much! This is such a great video that was desperately needed in kibbe community, anytime I wanted to find tips on the internet on how to dress as SD it always ended with dressing me up in evening formal occasion dresses haha
To be honest, I easily look overdressed or 'over the top'. Trying to wear makeup both on the eyes and the lips is an instant "where are you going?" moment, and I'm so scared of not fitting in that I don't even have my ears pierced or have any large patterns in my wardrobe. My wardrobe is like that of a DC. I'm not sure why, because when I go FULL glam, you can tell SD lines flatter me most - a long mermaid dress, full curls or hair done up all fancy, you can tell it just FITS. I look best in curve accommodation and at 5'10 I'm a certain SD. But in the day, I easily look too far out there although it looks good. And for a university student, I really struggle with that - I can't wear chunky heels or sunglasses if I need to run around campus and am carrying a large frumpy backpack. Accommodating SD at all in casual, youthful wear is so hard.
Those long cardigans look fabulous and soft on us. Wear yoga pants and athletic wear and toss one of those long knee length robe like cardigans on and it’s casual chic for SD
@@tula1433 I'm a bit conservative, so I don't like dressing in athletic wear on a daily basis. I assume the right skinny jeans would do the same job, though.
Love Sophia!!! I am a soft natural but like several things from the soft dramatic - big belts for waist emphasis since I am plus size curvy hourglass. Bootcut jeans are my go to.
This video was super helpful! I was struggling between SD and FN and was recently typed as an SD. What helped it all click for me (and also mentioned in your video) is that i felt lost and invisible in loose fitting clothes. It almost felt like i was wearing pyjamas and I didn't feel chic at all. Now I understand it's because i wasn't accomodating for my curve. It's funny how we notice things but don't now how to put them into words. Your video was great :) I totally resonated with not feeling comfortable in stuff and structured clothes as well. I've always instinctively gone for outfits that have a sweep, flow or curve and also try to accentuate my waist.
You forgot using shiny/metallic/glamorous fabrications. I have a subtle gold colored T shirt in a draped fabric that is a much better basic T for me than a regular shirt thick white T would EVER be. Also fitted tank tops work well for the same reasons. I also have sneakers with gold accents that just work because of that pop of gold. I use metallics in accessories like shoes or bags a lot as a simple way to dial up or down the level of dressiness in an outfit.
Could you please do this for Soft Classics? It's hard to find items that do not look too casual/baggy or too stiff for my type. This was a beautiful and very very detailed breakdown.
As a SD I tend to use the high-low technique to bring the casual vibe on. I often wear tailored pants or well fitted jeans (never too tight or too loose) with a neutral t-shirt or blouse and finish it up with a pair of All Star and key accessories, such as belts, earrings, bracelets - and it works marvelously! The secret is to bring balance to the outfit, and always prefer clothes/accessories with good finishing and fabric, which is where I think Sofía kind messes up (destroyed jeans, peep toe shoes, high platform heels, tight clothes...).
I think Im a SD and my current fav casual summer outfit is black culottes pants that kinda look like a skirt + a chemise style silky top + big goth earrings + big round killstar sunglasses. I'm dressed up super fast, I can wear it in my daily life as a casual goth and I feel confident without being overdressed
This is the type of information that most people are missing when discovering the system! I think it’s common to confuse the BEST recommendations for the ONLY recommendations and feel like the system is a bit restrictive. But once you have information on how to utilize them with everyday clothes it opens you up to all the possibilities! Not everyone can see themselves in ballgowns but everyone can see themselves in jeans 😊 great video! 💕
Although I am not a Soft-Dramatic, (Romantic), the principles of dealing with curves were so insightful and applicable. Particularly the discussion around Sofia Vergara and the "classic" white button-up shirt. I have never been able to pull these off because of the points you mentioned--stiff fabric, too much volume. The trick of a curved hemline and softer drape would make such a difference. Thank you!
Great video!! It actually made me realize that I probably am a soft dramatic. My mom has a very similar figure as mine and her style is so similar to Sofia’s and it looks really good on her! I think men also love this body type cause she always gets compliments from male strangers about her looks :)
Something cool I think would be to show different Soft Dramatics and different fashion styles. I think it would add a lot to your content and would be much more enjoyable.
Girl, this is me. I'm in desperate need of some help and guidance xDDD Oh, by the way, I'm what I would consider a Soft Dramatic Tomboy with a taste for minimalism and straight lines. Go figure my daily struggle xD. Thank you!
I think she's over emphasised the focus on the softness here. Yes soft dramatic is softer than dramatic but is still actually one of the most Yin body types. In my opinion a SD can wear some more D or FN lines but it might look a little severe or comfy/casual/sloppy, but that isn't necessarily a bad thing. And because SD has some dramatic lines to their frame it won't look as bad as it would on other types. A body type is not a style the lines for soft dramatic are long and sweeping with a T silhouette. By sticking to your lines you can achieve an optimal look but we don't necessarily need to look optimal every day or at all.
Thank you! I just started learning the Kibbe system and was worried there was no way to dress casually as a soft dramatic. A lot of the recommendations I've found have been outdated. This is phenomenally perfect timing. I really appreciate your perspective with modern examples.
This is me. Always wanted to pull off the casual looks and combat boots that look so good on other girls, but never could! Clothing has to be fitted and accentuate my curves or it doesn’t look good. Shirts have to be tucked in, or cropped. Nothing too short (never worked with my fleshy upper thighs). I’ve been a pretty low weight at times for my height, but no matter how thin I get, I never lose my curves. Everything is long and narrow (i’ve actually always struggled finding shoes that fit me well, because my feet are so narrow, and most shoes are made wide 🤷🏻♀️). Pants have to be high-waisted, and slim through the leg or bootcut/flare. Halter and off-shoulder tops work great for me for balancing out the narrow shoulders, and love a low-back dress or top. Going to try big prints now.
I'm a soft dramatic and I've subconsciously been dressing like this all my life because I own so many large cardigans, only wear round necks, and love off shoulder tight fitted shirts
tzuyu from twice. shes more on the slim soft dramatic side but she's the only reason I was able to categorise myself because my body is very similar, before that I was super confused about my type
ah i wasn’t sure what type i was for a while but all of this makes so much sense with me! i think i realised recently that tee shirt with a lower cut, curved neckline make me look so much better than a plain high neck tee! and the cardigans as well🙌🏻🙌🏻 all such good tips!
Thanks for the video, it's helpful to me as a SD, even if I don't have a style similar to Sofia. I just feel from the comments that some of the viewers might have missed the point. It doesn't matter if these outfits are dated and not quite modern, it is more about the overall lines. Also, I feel that the essences play a lot, because my essences are Ingenue, Romantic with a tiny bit of Dramatic, my face is definitely yin oriented, so when I make outfits, I need to make it look a bit "youngish", because when I dress like the usual recommendation for SD, in Diva Chic style, the lines may be good, but the impression is very off, it looks like I am pretending to be a grown-up woman (which I am btw as a 30-year-old).
I just watched this and subscribed to your channel. Super helpful video. I just found out I'm a soft dramatic but without knowing it my whole life I've favoured long glamourous silhouette and Sofia Vergara is my style icon because we have similar features.
I have followed you since your first videos and I'm really happy to see how much you have evolved. You have taken all these theories and created something of your own which is so fresh and unique. I like a lot how you explain these theories and how you make them more accessible
I made the mistake of buying a mock neck shirt as a SD, but this video was a help in deciding on a long scarf type and print to wear over it. Jeans are the toughest though for me, I can not seem to find a high enough waist and flare at the bottom! Good video very helpful
Ellie Jean! I’m a huge fan of your channel. I have watched every video you have made and have learned so much! I would love it if you made a video like this one specifically talking about how to dress for romantic body types in different scenarios from casual, formal to edgy. I’m 5”1’ and figuring out how to manage proportions when everything seems to be made for taller people is quite tricky. Thank you for all that you do! Again, I’m a big fan!
I know this comment is a couple of years late, but thank you for explaining this. Great video! Now I need to clean out my closet and get rid of all my frumpy clothes 😂
Kibbe body type is considered to be difficult but honestly as soon as I've come across this method, I've had no doubt, I'm soft dramatic! I feel so different from all the other body types, I have that long figure that often makes people think that I'm actually taller than I really am, some sharpness in my arms, some angles in my legs, but I have a big breast, soft thighs, very pronounced curves. I think that if you are a soft dramatc, you really are conscious of that! I think it's quite hard to dress for the office, as I want to be elegant but in more formal way, I work with 90% men wearing suits and being bold and very feminine is quite hard.. In general I feel good with clothes that for the other women would be "overdressing" and it can sometimes be embarrassing. I really look bad with just jeans and t-shit (i think I own 1 pair of jeans, I really can't see me in jeans), I look like Rosie the riveter... So thenks for the video.
Personally I also notice that my hands are long and kinda shard and as you said I also have an hourglass naturally and people always think I am taller than my actual height
I wasn’t sure before watching but now I know for sure this is my type. I always feel best in long boho skirts and flares etc and need to hand my hair long and flowing. I was trying to work out what I should be wearing but turns out I already had some of it worked out. Btw my waist is softer and looser now after babies and it’s been making it harder to wear these styles. Now I get why that’s been such a big deal for me.
Fantastic material! As a newly kibbed SD I totally see how intuitively I have gone for SN look when aiming to look less intimidating in own lines. Practically all my wardrobe consists of SD / SN lines, together with accessories and even make up. It is true that when you finally discover your ID it is an aha moment, like you knew it all along :)
You have taught me SO much about how to dress as a soft dramatic❤️ I’ve been watching your videos this past year and have completely changed my wardrobe and I’ve never felt more comfortable and confident with my new glamorous style. I can’t thank you enough!🥰
This video was spot on! My only comment to the contrary is that mini dresses can work on SDs because our legs become the vertical. For example in the photo you used of her, it works because her shoes are nude tone so her legs aren’t cut off by her shoes. Also besides low rounded necklines, deep v, or sweatheart necklines on tops (including Henley styles) look really good. Lastly I wish I knew the term of the rounded bottom edge on the button down shirt example you gave - that style in a t-shirt or raglan cotton top also looks excellent on SDs.
Hi Ellie! I’m a SD but I think Sofia’s style is so outdated! Can you please make modern style outfit ideas video? Especially for just casual errands hanging out days. It’s so hard being a SD
It is really hard finding ultra casual examples!! This used to be my biggest hang up as an SD. I have a couple videos on the topic (+ more on the way). They might be helpful to you 🩷
I’m really happy I found these videos!!! My problem is that I live in Texas where it’s almost always hot and humid, so I have no clue how to keep the long lines when it’s 100+ degrees outside and long pants are out of the question. Any tips for soft dramatics in the summer or hot weather specifically?
I’m a soft dramatic and I absolutely hate the style that looks good on soft dramatics. I tend to just dress like a soft classic but I only wear long flowing skirts or skinny jeans.
I've gone back and forth a few times in whether I am SD or FN. This assures me I'm definitely FN! I would look so restricted in these outfits. Thank you for showing so many examples!
I am soft dramatic/romantic with an ingenue face, I love your vids and I also find these styles work really well for me and suit modern trends ;) • boatneck/square neck fitted tops • lingerie-inspired styles (fitted, not boxy), like lacy camis and slip dresses • and yes, love, love flare leg jeans with heels:) • always skirts instead of pants • pretty much anything with a waist tie, especially jackets/coats, Penny Lane jackets were basically made for us! My go-to uniform is a fitted sweater with a miniskirt and a calf-length boot.
If you are considering having Ellie-Jean type you, just do it! I just got my package back and she has done such a professional and thorough job. 100% worth the money!
1)could you make a video on elegant and party clothes for flamboyant natural? I find my bone structure looks too big in many dresses 2)also could you say what to do to make legs look slimmer and less muscular? what shoes are better for that: chunky/ platforms or small flat kind of like the simple vans? 3) I also think a video on hot weather outfits and swimwear for body types would be interesting
I just put it together that I’m a soft dramatic and it’s so interesting that these styles are actually things I naturally gravitate towards already! I have a very casual personality so this video is really helpful, thank you :)
I would love a video showing examples of different style icons and influencers to look to for body types!! I feel like all the examples I find online are for celebrities that we only see on red carpets. I would love examples of people with a more grounded style to follow!!!
As an SD it is so easy to look OTT! By the time I get dressed with makeup (always soft smudgy eye no eyeliner flicks, light terracotta lip, minimal RMS blush, light blonde brows, tinted sunscreen) big dark sunglasses, sunhat, I am already glamorous before I put on my outfit which would be straight leg jeans, a cashmere sweater-v or crew- and flat suede bootie. I always throw a long challis scarf, preferably fringed, around my neck and over the shoulder. All these items are for my health and comfort but on a 5'10" frame with naturally white blonde hair it is a whole lotta woman showing up. As an introvert, it can be too much attention so I rarely add any jewelry cause it just looks like I am trying too hard. Lately I find myself throwing on an oversized (virtually a mini) Mikuta sweater and cotton cuffed joggers with ballet flats. More D than SD. I can hide in my big sweater!
Hi Ellie-Jean! My roommate and I been loving your video's. Especially the style roots have been super helpful. Maybe as a future video idea, you could do a favourite brand/shop to buy from per style root. I would love to see what your opinions on that would be. Much love!
If you want my opinion on your body type, head to bodyandstyle.com ♥️
Please do everyday wear for us romantics ❤️ it’s difficult cause you don’t wanna look old. Also, I would like to know about backpacks and bags.
I am sick of feeling either frumpy or overdressed. It's hard to find the in between. Thanks for the video
What do you end up wearing the most? I found some good stuff on Amazon btw
@@TheKonnoisseur11 I end up just sticking to semi fitted shirts and high waisted bottoms of some kind. Whenever I try to wear tshirts, or anything too loose on top, especially if it's got a stiffer fabric, I seem to look frumpy.
@@cocoacoolness I can absolutely understand your struggles. I think I've found a solution for the top part with deep v/wide v necklines, better if made of a soft knit that is a bit loose, this way there's draping starting from my shoulder. also wrap tops or with that crossed effect, again it's better if it's fluid/light knit. I was able to find a few brand that have a lot of these options and I stick with them. I'm still working on the bottoms!
@@erikamiglioranza1559 what brands do you reccomend? Those tops sound amazing
@@cocoacoolness I don't know where you're located but they're all European brands. Intimissimi (italian lingerie brand) for the wrap tops in cashmere mix, Promod (french) for the deep v soft knits, MbyM (danish) for wrap tops as well. They're all quite affordable
Soft dramatics are goddesses in disguise and I won't ever change my mind
Love this!
Awww 🥰 that is very sweet
Thank you!
I mean just look at Monica Bellucci-she isn’t even disguising it
as a soft dramatic I appreciate that 💚 lol
I believe I'm a Soft Dramatic! I am 5'8" and very curvy with an hourglass shape. I've struggled with dressing my body because I would either look frumpy or overly sexualized. Thank you for these tips!
Same, I’m fighting for my life looking for a casual fit 🥲
That’s totally my issue! If I dress for my curves I get too much attention. So usually I just look plain/frumpy 😔
Agree on feeling overly sexualized in some of the looks!
This!!
Me too, I can never find any influencers to follow that have the same body type as me (hour glass and tall)
I went clothes shopping today and for the first time, when I looked in the mirror I didn’t judge my body and get frustrated at why my body didn’t look right in the outfits. Instead, I used your words to describe why the clothes weren’t right for me. As a 40-year-old, I can tell you this was a life changing mindset. I didn’t tell myself I was too fat or tall or broad. I embraced my curves and my height. I used the words strong and dramatic instead. Thank you for helping me reframe my thoughts. I found some great outfits and newfound confidence.
Love this!🥺
this makes me so happy. kibbe might need some updating for inclusivity but it’s sooooo much better than the fruit system whose tips seem to want to just turn everyone into an hourglass
this is so true!! I always thought the problem was my body until I discovered how to dress for my lines. Now I'm so much kinder to myself and accepting of my body. It is truly life changing!!🩷
I made a screen shot of this comment, I love it so much.
Yeah, I am Soft Dramatic. I always wondered also as a teenager, why I dont look myself and good when I dress casual. I always wondered as a girl, why glamourous coats look so, so good on me. Yes, I need a lot of glamour.
This is me. I never quite fit into comfy clothes like other girls. I'm so happy I found the tools.
The problem I have with this is that I feel like Sofia Vegaras style is not very "current"? It reminds me a lot of late 00s early 10s. I'd love to see you do style videos based on the hot influencers at the moment, like matilds djerf, Emma chamberlain and so on- I find it a lot easier to resonate with their style and I think this might help with typing a lot of younger people interested in Kibbe xxx
Couldn't be easier. There's tons of 'Instagram models' that are SD with big boobs and butts.
I knowww, right? When I look for references there are always only old Hollywood actresses, or women over 35. Which is fine, it still helps with the overall outline of the outfit, but I would love to steal an inspo from current fashion icons, such as Rihanna.
Look for inspiration in Tracee Ellis Ross - she's a SD and she's very bold and current with her styles. Also, we always have to understand that not every trend will be compatible with our type and especially with SD - this type has this specific "maturity" and "timelessness" about it, do it's really hard to look very trendy, imo.
@@margotfr73 actually Tracee Ellis Ross was officially typed by Kibbe as FN but I have def seen some SD worthy outfits on her
@@margotfr73 Tracee is pretty major, but as I mentioned before...she is over 35 yo.
A thing about being soft dramatic that i cant explain to anyone:
I always feel too put together, even when i try to look undone and i dont put effort in it but i cant look casual and sporty, i always look elegant and posed. I mean its not that bad of a thing but sometimes i would love that wildy and chilled back and undone look, that feminine in a less glamourous way.
It’s so true. I can never look sporty, or have that effortless approachable vibe.
Even light make up and brushing the hair, that’s it has an elegant soft glam feel
I wish i looked put together without too much effort if I don’t put in some effort I look so shabby
Same!!! I bought a straw hat online the other day to walk to the office in the sun and not get a heat stroke (note that our office wear is suuuper casual) and I cannot wear it at all !!! I literally looked like a 50s diva strolling through Cannes 😂😂😂😂
Omg yess especially about the glam, no matter what I put on it looks very elegant and feminine... it is funny cus I am not putting any effort in it
Strange i thought it's opposite. I have to put lots of make up and good clothes to look normal. When i do minimal effort i look terrible! Thats what i envy naturals
Kind of such a weird contradiction how a soft dramatic actually needs glamour to look casual! But I get it and I think it was you who said that soft dramatics can look boring and plain if they skip the glamour. It’s a new concept for me as a sd I think cos I’m a pretty low key person living in a VERY non glamorous country (New Zealand) so what I’ve always observe around me is super casual. So I am learning that not only can I carry those glamorous details but I really actually need them! I feel like my outfits have improved 100 percent since I started watching your videos! Thank you for your guidance!
Fellow soft dramatic here, What do you end up looking best in?
That's actually so funny to think about because I've noticed that when I really want to dress comfy kind of like sweatpants outfit, if I put on a sick pair of earrings somehow I look way better 😂 it's so easy for me to look frumpy but for some reason putting in a nice pair of earrings rather, it be smaller, large but as long as it's rounded and a bit sparkly the outfit is a lot more forgiving to the eye 😂
Same! I pretty much always have to wear earrings. @@paigecc
I love this! The shirt thing spoke to my soul. As someone inspired by French fashion, I spent SO years not getting why the ''classic white shirt'' (and a lot of menswear inspired ''classic'' clothes) looked absolutely awful on me (Soft Dramatic/Dark Autumn, probably the worst clothing item for me lol).
I'd love to see a video on borrowing lines from other types like you exemplified with the flowing FN skirts. For SD I often see recommendations about borrowing from FN and TR, but I'm particularly interested about borrowing from SN, since I feel SN clothes are easier to find in casual wear as well and the types feel somewhat ''close''.
Can I recommend revisiting menswear BUT reference Monica Bullici in a suit. Tailored and structured but always cut to a feminine form. (Ie. Shoulders, waist and pant leg) I think SDs can kill a suit because of the yang form to our bodies just make sure it's fitted and lil sexy 😉🔥
I can wear a classic white shirt but it needs to be tucked into a high waist skirt or trouser. Plus heels. Otherwise frumpy/too Yang.
@@Contessa_Savannah I wore a suit last night a red lipstick heels and long black coat, it looked AMAZING!! defo my fav new look
@@Ishtarthemoon alternatively I’ve found a pants bodysuit is a comfortable head to toe look
@@TheKonnoisseur11 till you need to pee!
THANK YOU! 🙏 Finally someone breaking down normal clothes
Yay! I'm happy to help :) xx
Fellow soft dramatic here, What do you end up looking best in?
Finally!! A video that doesn’t just shove us into tight dresses ❤️🌹
I recently realised I am a SD and it makes sense now why I love bootcut jeans and lots of jewellery haha
Understanding my Kibbe ID as a SD has dramatically changed my relationship with my body and my clothes to a positive extreme. Thank you so much for sharing!!
I deeply appreciate this video. Finding that casual sweet spot for an SD is so hard. It took me a while to understand what you meant about needing glam to elevate to casual but then it clicked! I've always known that with my body type there are so many things other people can wear and look casual but if I wear them I look frumpy and shlubby! Got it! On the other end of the spectrum, totally regular dresses on me can look like I'm trying to bombshell it out when I'm just trying to find something to go to a wedding. Thanks so much for addressing these challenges. It's the first time I've seen these challenges named and addressed!
Thank you so much for this! It’s hard to find outfit examples for soft dramatics. Amazing video as always 🤍
Aw you are very welcome, I'm glad that this gave some helpful examples!
Fellow soft dramatic here, What do you end up looking best in?
THANK YOU. I have a 13 year old 5' 7" soft dramatic daughter and I've been at a loss at how to dress her curves in a casual way! This is a lifesaver.
Oh, boy. I was once a 5'7" soft dramatic 13-yr-old and had such a hard time finding clothes. I experimented with every style I could and felt the best in glamorous vintage dresses but never really figured out casual clothes. I wish I'd had this advice. Glad you and your daughter have access to it. Enjoy exploring together!
@@alexba1ley I am a 5'7'' SD too lol I have known about Kibbe for 4 years by now, but yeah would have saved me from thinking why I looked really bad with a white shirt and dark pants or vice versa and many other fashion questions. I still wear light pants with a darker shirt though as it accentuates my bottom heavy body and I have finally embraced it
I was also 5’7” at 13 and a soft dramatic…it’s rough to find clothes at that age! Love that you’re working with her body type 💕 I used to really love boho dresses at that age with a waist belt, scarves were also my thing lol v Stevie nicks for me.
Fellow soft dramatic here, What do you end up looking best in?
@@Laura-vs6fs why do you think light pants works better than vice versa
I am 5ft 7, so as far as I understand, I can only be a dramatic, a FN or a SD. I am definitely curvy so I had ruled out dramatic, but I've been tossing up so much on FN and SD especially as I have a smaller bust than most of the celebrity examples, but your Q&A videos and this one have convinced me that I'm definitely a SD! In winter, I feel like I have to throw on a big soft scarf with everything to make it look right! I feel like these recommendations fit my body perfectly, so thank you!! Loving your channel.
Thank you so much for this! I feel like I either dress 100% glamour, feminine, or bold, or I'm in baggy t-shirts and shorts, which never look as effortlessly cute on me. It's great to have some new ideas for casual looks. I'm always wearing large, usually rounded, earrings too! They are my favorites by far 💙
Thank you so much for this video! The insight that you need some of that glamour/boldness to match you is gold. When I was younger I often tried either dramatic classic or soft natural styles because being both tall and feminine I was worried about looking ‘over the top.’ Now I realize that embracing the drama doesn’t overwhelm me like it might other people, it feels and looks just right 🥰
Fellow soft dramatic here, What do you end up looking best in?
@@TheKonnoisseur11 Short answer:
-long lines (high-waisted pants or skirts, unbroken silhouettes/monochrome looks, midi skirts/dresses)
-lush fabrics
-off the shoulder looks (omg I cannot tell you how many compliments I get!)
-sparkly or large jewelry
-large, soft prints
-doing 20% more with my hair and make-up so I look more “done”
-generally embracing a more overtly feminine look (growing up it was not okay to be a girly girl, but secretly I might be one… who knew?)
Long answer:
About me - I’m a soft dramatic, winter (I can’t decide between dark and bright, not cool enough to be a true winter), romantic/classic/gamine essences. Fine, straight hair and combination/oily skin. I’m an artist and gardener, so on the one hand people accept a lot of drama from my aesthetic but I also need a more practical wardrobe as well (definitely haven’t messed with that side as much.) I feel like in the past the “drama” came off more as “eccentric” and I’m trying to move it more towards “glamorous.” Oh and I’m in my 30s so I feel like I’ve finally aged into some of the SD looks, whether that’s just a mental/personal growth thing or not I don’t know.
I already had a lot to build from in my wardrobe because we tend to intuitively like styles that work with our kibbe type, but I’m styling things differently, wearing certain items more frequently, and slowly adding pieces (poshmark and etsy have been my friend.)
Some things I’ve added or am doing differently:
-black midi ribbed skirt from Abercrombie. I feel like the light texture of ribbed fabrics is really flattering in general.
-off the shoulder bodysuit, white background with large floral print and ruffle top. As I said, off the shoulder is our friend. (I hate the phrase T-silhouette, but this is it.)
-learning how to style “fancy” jewelry (mostly inherited) with casual looks: pearls, diamond earrings, etc. This was stuff I almost never wore or reserved only for special occasions, but adding a piece or two to a daywear look instantly turns something from millennial minimalist to soft dramatic casual glamor.
-faux leather moto jacket I thrifted ($9!) I’d love to eventually get a real leather one that would last me forever, but I’m getting tons of compliments on this one in the meantime. What’s works as a SD: structured jacket with feminine detailing (draped front, quilted shoulders, shiny zippers) i.e., drama meets softness.
-silk shirt from Quince (silk and velvet, yes please.)
-actually blow drying my hair. My hair dries so quickly on its own that I was always a wash-n-go girl, but taking the two minutes to rough dry it makes my hair so sleek and polished. Plus it helps keep my roots from getting as greasy as quickly. (Don’t @ me with fine hair tips anyone, I’ve tried literally every technique/product/regimen and honestly growing my hair out long and washing/blow drying it daily - basically the opposite of most advice - is looking and feeling so much better.) I feel like you often see big curls on SDs and while I like the way it looks, I’ve found that having sleek, straight hair also fits the SD vibe and is much easier as a daily thing for me. I’m also thinking of buying a velvet hair bow (so girly?! It’s still a little strange for me)
-small floral prints and small lace make me look bigger (no matter how much I’d like to be, I’m just not a petite ingénue), but large floral prints and large lace match me and still have a lot of femininity. I have a number of pieces with small prints that I love (other elements about them work really well: wrap dresses, drapey fabrics) and I’m not planning to get rid of them, but I’m trying not to buy small prints moving forward.
-I’m in the market for a pair of red high-waisted palazzo/wide-legged pants. I’ve found a lot that are close, but nothing that’s exactly what I’m looking for.
-hats! I’ve always known that hats look good on me, but a lot of people are not hat people (a damn shame) so I would get a lot of comments or attention and feel insecure. They’ve become somewhat more common over the last 5-10 years and I have a few in my rotation, but I’m in the market for more. I do think embracing soft dramatic style means embracing being noticed (for me at least), which I’ve done enough work around to be comfortable with at this point.
-I’m definitely pulling more pieces that are in my colors and getting rid of stuff that isn’t. Just because I CAN wear a color doesn’t mean it brings out my beauty and at this point I want to feel fabulous in my clothes. I feel like this comes up a lot in the comments on this channel (“harmonious” vs “creating an effect”) I feel lucky that I’m a winter bc the high contrast really suits the SD vibe.
-I have always done a little make-up as an every day thing (
@@vermiliongardens wow awesome. I used to think I was a winter then I discovered dark summer !
The gift and the curse of soft dramatic is that you have to become a goddess diva boss lady lol. Which means you have to become a custom to embodying those looks
Yes the T sillohette is real. Instead of hiding your shoulders you embrace them and I’ve seen it work for celebs like Wendy Williams
Some things I like: slits, knee Length, trumpet , satin ruching. What do you think about 1920s flapper Egyptian Japanese goddess style etc for soft dramatic inspiration?
@@TheKonnoisseur11 I think any of those could make great inspiration!
huge thank you for this video! there’s really a lack of comprehensive guides on casual styles for SDs so this was really helpful ❤️
Fellow soft dramatic here, What do you end up looking best in?
Love this video! I’m an FN, about 5’8” but Honestly for years of my life before kibbe i used almost every one of these tools. I still am investigating the bridge between my essence and my Kibbe Type
Thank you!! I feel like all the other videos I’ve seen for SD use women from the 50s and 60s which is great, but not super helpful for 2022 haha
FN aspiring to be as glam as an SD lol. I wish my problem was looking too put together, I'm so jelly of these recommendations but I know they look restrictive on my type. I'd love the reverse of this video about how to look more sleek, put together and glam as a FN. I'm sure I'm not the only FN who's outgrown the hippie boho look we constantly get pigeon holed into. 😆
this is so amazing and completely explains why I’m a skirt and dress girl and absolutely can’t stand collared shirts on me but love them. on others.
would love to see SD inspo with more modern “influencer” style
This is so helpful! I’ve finally landed on SD for me. I’m a stay at home mom with my toddler, and I want to feel put together while not overdressing for the park. This helps!
THIS is my body type!! I was always so confused because I have the romantic curves but the dramatic height, so I'm happy to know soft dramatic exists! I'm especially excited to try bootcut jeans again; those look amazing on Sofia. I like the tip for the collared dress shirt with a rounded hem as well... I think the softness of the fabric makes a lot of difference there too.
I'd like to see one for romantics too. I like your approach, some stereotypical outfits aren't very realistic for every day use.
Yes, please! Dressing casually is very hard with kibbe's recommendations for R/TR
@@elisadgm9119 also I can't think of a single R/TR gen z celebrity to get inspiration from. Some people say madie from euphoria but she might be a SG.
@@peggysyri3193 same! I commented before asking for this as well, casual romantic ideas. I default to a t shirt and jeans, but I know there has to be a better casual look for romantics out there! So many of the recommendations out there are for very dressy occasions. Glad to see I am not the only one!
I’ve been confused about my kibbe type bc I’m 5’3” and have a distinctly defined waist and broad bony shoulders, but my long slender arms and legs keep me from making sense as a theatric romantic. Listening to this description… I think I might just be a short soft dramatic 😳
you said “it’s actually quite hard for a soft dramatic to look formal” and my jaw dropped. Every time I try to dress up for a fancy event, no matter what I wear, when I see pictures of me with others afterward I look completely underdressed in comparison! A single not-totally-formal addition makes the entire thing look casual. 🤯
Thank you so much! This is such a great video that was desperately needed in kibbe community, anytime I wanted to find tips on the internet on how to dress as SD it always ended with dressing me up in evening formal occasion dresses haha
To be honest, I easily look overdressed or 'over the top'. Trying to wear makeup both on the eyes and the lips is an instant "where are you going?" moment, and I'm so scared of not fitting in that I don't even have my ears pierced or have any large patterns in my wardrobe. My wardrobe is like that of a DC. I'm not sure why, because when I go FULL glam, you can tell SD lines flatter me most - a long mermaid dress, full curls or hair done up all fancy, you can tell it just FITS. I look best in curve accommodation and at 5'10 I'm a certain SD. But in the day, I easily look too far out there although it looks good. And for a university student, I really struggle with that - I can't wear chunky heels or sunglasses if I need to run around campus and am carrying a large frumpy backpack. Accommodating SD at all in casual, youthful wear is so hard.
Those long cardigans look fabulous and soft on us. Wear yoga pants and athletic wear and toss one of those long knee length robe like cardigans on and it’s casual chic for SD
@@tula1433 I'm a bit conservative, so I don't like dressing in athletic wear on a daily basis. I assume the right skinny jeans would do the same job, though.
Love Sophia!!! I am a soft natural but like several things from the soft dramatic - big belts for waist emphasis since I am plus size curvy hourglass. Bootcut jeans are my go to.
This video was super helpful! I was struggling between SD and FN and was recently typed as an SD. What helped it all click for me (and also mentioned in your video) is that i felt lost and invisible in loose fitting clothes. It almost felt like i was wearing pyjamas and I didn't feel chic at all. Now I understand it's because i wasn't accomodating for my curve. It's funny how we notice things but don't now how to put them into words. Your video was great :) I totally resonated with not feeling comfortable in stuff and structured clothes as well. I've always instinctively gone for outfits that have a sweep, flow or curve and also try to accentuate my waist.
You forgot using shiny/metallic/glamorous fabrications. I have a subtle gold colored T shirt in a draped fabric that is a much better basic T for me than a regular shirt thick white T would EVER be. Also fitted tank tops work well for the same reasons. I also have sneakers with gold accents that just work because of that pop of gold.
I use metallics in accessories like shoes or bags a lot as a simple way to dial up or down the level of dressiness in an outfit.
Could you please do this for Soft Classics? It's hard to find items that do not look too casual/baggy or too stiff for my type. This was a beautiful and very very detailed breakdown.
I'd love to see a video like this for the classics just because I think we're often limited to work-wear
As a SD I tend to use the high-low technique to bring the casual vibe on. I often wear tailored pants or well fitted jeans (never too tight or too loose) with a neutral t-shirt or blouse and finish it up with a pair of All Star and key accessories, such as belts, earrings, bracelets - and it works marvelously! The secret is to bring balance to the outfit, and always prefer clothes/accessories with good finishing and fabric, which is where I think Sofía kind messes up (destroyed jeans, peep toe shoes, high platform heels, tight clothes...).
I think Im a SD and my current fav casual summer outfit is black culottes pants that kinda look like a skirt + a chemise style silky top + big goth earrings + big round killstar sunglasses. I'm dressed up super fast, I can wear it in my daily life as a casual goth and I feel confident without being overdressed
This is the type of information that most people are missing when discovering the system! I think it’s common to confuse the BEST recommendations for the ONLY recommendations and feel like the system is a bit restrictive. But once you have information on how to utilize them with everyday clothes it opens you up to all the possibilities! Not everyone can see themselves in ballgowns but everyone can see themselves in jeans 😊 great video! 💕
Although I am not a Soft-Dramatic, (Romantic), the principles of dealing with curves were so insightful and applicable. Particularly the discussion around Sofia Vergara and the "classic" white button-up shirt. I have never been able to pull these off because of the points you mentioned--stiff fabric, too much volume. The trick of a curved hemline and softer drape would make such a difference. Thank you!
Great video!!
It actually made me realize that I probably am a soft dramatic. My mom has a very similar figure as mine and her style is so similar to Sofia’s and it looks really good on her! I think men also love this body type cause she always gets compliments from male strangers about her looks :)
Yea I think guy like the glamorous femininity.
Fellow soft dramatic here, What do you end up looking best in?
for me I hate how my body type on the clothes that "suit me" is so fetished by men.. I really hate it
Thank you for this video and your channel in general. I’m finally starting to figure out who I am!
Something cool I think would be to show different Soft Dramatics and different fashion styles. I think it would add a lot to your content and would be much more enjoyable.
Girl, this is me. I'm in desperate need of some help and guidance xDDD
Oh, by the way, I'm what I would consider a Soft Dramatic Tomboy with a taste for minimalism and straight lines. Go figure my daily struggle xD. Thank you!
I think she's over emphasised the focus on the softness here. Yes soft dramatic is softer than dramatic but is still actually one of the most Yin body types. In my opinion a SD can wear some more D or FN lines but it might look a little severe or comfy/casual/sloppy, but that isn't necessarily a bad thing. And because SD has some dramatic lines to their frame it won't look as bad as it would on other types.
A body type is not a style the lines for soft dramatic are long and sweeping with a T silhouette. By sticking to your lines you can achieve an optimal look but we don't necessarily need to look optimal every day or at all.
Thank you! I just started learning the Kibbe system and was worried there was no way to dress casually as a soft dramatic. A lot of the recommendations I've found have been outdated. This is phenomenally perfect timing. I really appreciate your perspective with modern examples.
Thank you so much for this!! I am a SD and dressing casual is very hard for me. Especially in colder months.
Best video for sd so far I’ve ever seen
Loved this video! Could you please do one one Dramatics and more 'feminine' outfits for dramatics?
its amazing to watch these videos and realize what you naturally gravitate towards represents your yin/yang balance. great video and tips thank you!
This is me. Always wanted to pull off the casual looks and combat boots that look so good on other girls, but never could! Clothing has to be fitted and accentuate my curves or it doesn’t look good. Shirts have to be tucked in, or cropped. Nothing too short (never worked with my fleshy upper thighs). I’ve been a pretty low weight at times for my height, but no matter how thin I get, I never lose my curves. Everything is long and narrow (i’ve actually always struggled finding shoes that fit me well, because my feet are so narrow, and most shoes are made wide 🤷🏻♀️). Pants have to be high-waisted, and slim through the leg or bootcut/flare. Halter and off-shoulder tops work great for me for balancing out the narrow shoulders, and love a low-back dress or top. Going to try big prints now.
I'm a soft dramatic and I've subconsciously been dressing like this all my life because I own so many large cardigans, only wear round necks, and love off shoulder tight fitted shirts
It just never feels like I can look up to any verified SD ladies because they all look super mature and much older than me. We need Gen Z SD inspo too
tzuyu from twice. shes more on the slim soft dramatic side but she's the only reason I was able to categorise myself because my body is very similar, before that I was super confused about my type
This was super helpful for me, thank you! And I lovvveee her style ,she’s always been so beautiful and well dressed!
ah i wasn’t sure what type i was for a while but all of this makes so much sense with me! i think i realised recently that tee shirt with a lower cut, curved neckline make me look so much better than a plain high neck tee! and the cardigans as well🙌🏻🙌🏻
all such good tips!
Thanks for the video, it's helpful to me as a SD, even if I don't have a style similar to Sofia. I just feel from the comments that some of the viewers might have missed the point. It doesn't matter if these outfits are dated and not quite modern, it is more about the overall lines. Also, I feel that the essences play a lot, because my essences are Ingenue, Romantic with a tiny bit of Dramatic, my face is definitely yin oriented, so when I make outfits, I need to make it look a bit "youngish", because when I dress like the usual recommendation for SD, in Diva Chic style, the lines may be good, but the impression is very off, it looks like I am pretending to be a grown-up woman (which I am btw as a 30-year-old).
I just watched this and subscribed to your channel. Super helpful video. I just found out I'm a soft dramatic but without knowing it my whole life I've favoured long glamourous silhouette and Sofia Vergara is my style icon because we have similar features.
Thank you, very useful tips! 😍❤️
Yay! This is me, and I’ve had to re-do my wardrobe (thanks to weight loss). These videos have been really helpful, thank you! ♥️
Fellow soft dramatic here, What do you end up looking best in?
@@TheKonnoisseur11 clothes that emphasise my waist/silhouette. Fitted clothes, peplums, sweetheart neckline, ‘retro’ (50’s, 60’s) type clothing.
@@RachelJayne92 interesting. Do you like high waisted silhouettes?
@@TheKonnoisseur11 yes, and they’re also so much more comfortable. 😂
@@RachelJayne92 yup! Accommodates the curves and crests a longer sd leg line. Any suggestions ?
I’m fairly certain I’m a soft dramatic (5’11” and curves) and this video helped me so much!
Slayyyy soft dramatic queens coming together 💅
I’m a 6’2 soft dramatic. So glad I finally found how to dress my very hard to find clothes for body ♥️
I have followed you since your first videos and I'm really happy to see how much you have evolved. You have taken all these theories and created something of your own which is so fresh and unique. I like a lot how you explain these theories and how you make them more accessible
I made the mistake of buying a mock neck shirt as a SD, but this video was a help in deciding on a long scarf type and print to wear over it. Jeans are the toughest though for me, I can not seem to find a high enough waist and flare at the bottom! Good video very helpful
This is a problem I didn't know I had. I am curvy and I look so silly in casual clothes! Thank you!
Ellie Jean! I’m a huge fan of your channel. I have watched every video you have made and have learned so much! I would love it if you made a video like this one specifically talking about how to dress for romantic body types in different scenarios from casual, formal to edgy. I’m 5”1’ and figuring out how to manage proportions when everything seems to be made for taller people is quite tricky. Thank you for all that you do! Again, I’m a big fan!
I know this comment is a couple of years late, but thank you for explaining this. Great video! Now I need to clean out my closet and get rid of all my frumpy clothes 😂
Kibbe body type is considered to be difficult but honestly as soon as I've come across this method, I've had no doubt, I'm soft dramatic! I feel so different from all the other body types, I have that long figure that often makes people think that I'm actually taller than I really am, some sharpness in my arms, some angles in my legs, but I have a big breast, soft thighs, very pronounced curves. I think that if you are a soft dramatc, you really are conscious of that! I think it's quite hard to dress for the office, as I want to be elegant but in more formal way, I work with 90% men wearing suits and being bold and very feminine is quite hard.. In general I feel good with clothes that for the other women would be "overdressing" and it can sometimes be embarrassing. I really look bad with just jeans and t-shit (i think I own 1 pair of jeans, I really can't see me in jeans), I look like Rosie the riveter... So thenks for the video.
Personally I also notice that my hands are long and kinda shard and as you said I also have an hourglass naturally and people always think I am taller than my actual height
this is the best SD casual video/advice I've seen, thank you!
I wasn’t sure before watching but now I know for sure this is my type. I always feel best in long boho skirts and flares etc and need to hand my hair long and flowing. I was trying to work out what I should be wearing but turns out I already had some of it worked out. Btw my waist is softer and looser now after babies and it’s been making it harder to wear these styles. Now I get why that’s been such a big deal for me.
Fantastic material! As a newly kibbed SD I totally see how intuitively I have gone for SN look when aiming to look less intimidating in own lines. Practically all my wardrobe consists of SD / SN lines, together with accessories and even make up. It is true that when you finally discover your ID it is an aha moment, like you knew it all along :)
You have taught me SO much about how to dress as a soft dramatic❤️ I’ve been watching your videos this past year and have completely changed my wardrobe and I’ve never felt more comfortable and confident with my new glamorous style. I can’t thank you enough!🥰
This video was spot on! My only comment to the contrary is that mini dresses can work on SDs because our legs become the vertical. For example in the photo you used of her, it works because her shoes are nude tone so her legs aren’t cut off by her shoes.
Also besides low rounded necklines, deep v, or sweatheart necklines on tops (including Henley styles) look really good.
Lastly I wish I knew the term of the rounded bottom edge on the button down shirt example you gave - that style in a t-shirt or raglan cotton top also looks excellent on SDs.
Love this! Soft dramatic stuff is so hard to find online. Love your points on short dresses!
This is so so helpful! Thank you 🥰
You're so welcome! This is great to know! :)
Hi Ellie! I’m a SD but I think Sofia’s style is so outdated! Can you please make modern style outfit ideas video? Especially for just casual errands hanging out days. It’s so hard being a SD
It is really hard finding ultra casual examples!! This used to be my biggest hang up as an SD. I have a couple videos on the topic (+ more on the way). They might be helpful to you 🩷
I’m really happy I found these videos!!! My problem is that I live in Texas where it’s almost always hot and humid, so I have no clue how to keep the long lines when it’s 100+ degrees outside and long pants are out of the question. Any tips for soft dramatics in the summer or hot weather specifically?
I’m a soft dramatic and I absolutely hate the style that looks good on soft dramatics. I tend to just dress like a soft classic but I only wear long flowing skirts or skinny jeans.
Absolutely stunninning with the facial look and style.... Amazing 😍🤩 creation
I've gone back and forth a few times in whether I am SD or FN. This assures me I'm definitely FN! I would look so restricted in these outfits. Thank you for showing so many examples!
This really affirmed my body type, because these are exactly the types of clothes I find myself wearing again and again. Great job, very thorough.
I am soft dramatic/romantic with an ingenue face, I love your vids and I also find these styles work really well for me and suit modern trends ;)
• boatneck/square neck fitted tops
• lingerie-inspired styles (fitted, not boxy), like lacy camis and slip dresses
• and yes, love, love flare leg jeans with heels:)
• always skirts instead of pants
• pretty much anything with a waist tie, especially jackets/coats, Penny Lane jackets were basically made for us!
My go-to uniform is a fitted sweater with a miniskirt and a calf-length boot.
I recently found out I’m a shorter SD! Now things make sense again! Thanks for this! I’m often either Really dressed up or in yoga pants 😂
For this soft dramatic I think waist emphasize is key 🔑✨
I’m stuck because I like a more masculine punk style, but I think your tips about draping soft scarves will work
Thank you! This is so helpful. I never know what to bring when I travel. Slip skirts are my friend but they do not look very casual.
Oh my god thank you so much!! I've been searching pinterest for days because I struggle the most with daywear - especally tops
If you are considering having Ellie-Jean type you, just do it! I just got my package back and she has done such a professional and thorough job. 100% worth the money!
Agree with everythin but the round neckline. Everythin else was spot on
1)could you make a video on elegant and party clothes for flamboyant natural? I find my bone structure looks too big in many dresses
2)also could you say what to do to make legs look slimmer and less muscular? what shoes are better for that: chunky/ platforms or small flat kind of like the simple vans?
3) I also think a video on hot weather outfits and swimwear for body types would be interesting
sent this off to my mom and she brought us to the store the next day to find clothes that match sofia’s style!!!
Great tips! I especially like your comment on jeans. Thank you.
Please make one for Romantics as well!
Oh my gosh, I love the term soft dramatic!
I just put it together that I’m a soft dramatic and it’s so interesting that these styles are actually things I naturally gravitate towards already! I have a very casual personality so this video is really helpful, thank you :)
Thank you so much. I didn't realise I was struggling with this until I saw your video. I especially struggle in winter.
4:00 you just gave me an explanation as to why i never left bootleg jeans behind!
I would love a video showing examples of different style icons and influencers to look to for body types!! I feel like all the examples I find online are for celebrities that we only see on red carpets. I would love examples of people with a more grounded style to follow!!!
As an SD it is so easy to look OTT! By the time I get dressed with makeup (always soft smudgy eye no eyeliner flicks, light terracotta lip, minimal RMS blush, light blonde brows, tinted sunscreen) big dark sunglasses, sunhat, I am already glamorous before I put on my outfit which would be straight leg jeans, a cashmere sweater-v or crew- and flat suede bootie. I always throw a long challis scarf, preferably fringed, around my neck and over the shoulder. All these items are for my health and comfort but on a 5'10" frame with naturally white blonde hair it is a whole lotta woman showing up. As an introvert, it can be too much attention so I rarely add any jewelry cause it just looks like I am trying too hard. Lately I find myself throwing on an oversized (virtually a mini) Mikuta sweater and cotton cuffed joggers with ballet flats. More D than SD. I can hide in my big sweater!
Hi Ellie-Jean! My roommate and I been loving your video's. Especially the style roots have been super helpful. Maybe as a future video idea, you could do a favourite brand/shop to buy from per style root. I would love to see what your opinions on that would be. Much love!
I’m begging for a “casual clothes for Romantic body type” video pleeease
I loved this breakdown for casual styles!!! Please do true romantics next!!! ♥️