I've worked in the fashion industry for 40 years, and these tips are 100% right on. I wish sales people in fashion understood how to fit customers ! Things like batwing sleeves or turtlenecks for my 36G build.. seriously ! So unflattering. And the wide belts ! Arrgh ! so true. This video 10/10
@@PetiteDressingit was a great video but it hurt to see some of my favourite clothes shown as a do not wear. The batwing shirts and thigh-fitting jeans that I love, are a bad combo for my short and apple-shaped body. I have to seriously consider my wardrobe after your video:D At least my love for A line dresses is in line with your advice:D Thank you for your videos!:)
I wish inuad known that one years ago. I first heard of that hack on What Not to Wear. Before then, I used to wonder why most t-shirts made my chest look bigger than it already was.
I've been watching the video only for 50 seconds, and I already love it ))) You have such a refreshing sense of humor!!! Thank you so much, Chi, for wearing 4 bras to help us, we love you for that!
Thank you for a REAL video about our shapes that are mostly ignored by the industry, causing us to have to gather info from EVERYWHERE and from hit-or-miss experiences. Thank you so much!!
I've so happy to see you grow from strength to strength in the production level of your videos and presentation. Totally support you and your enthusiasm to get the word out there that us petite girls just need to be in on a few hacks to look longer and lithe in our form! Your tips are amazing, and unlike other channels, you always illustrate the tip so we can have a clear visual of what is a Do and a Don't! I also love watching you because, my skin tone is the same... and I like seeing what colors match you, hence i know they will match me too. Wishing you lots of luck and health!
I absolutely agree with pushing up long sleeves. I'm not sure that I agree with why it works, but it works! I've been doing that for 50 years and people always think I'm taller than I am. I credit the sleeve trick as one of the reasons why.
I'm really impressed.I really haven't found a channel like yours that talk about fashion that are the best in different body shapes and those that do not fall under the body classifications.I myself is a petite and have a borderline rectangle to hourglass body but have big boobs and medium butt and its always a struggle for me to look good in a clothes, your channel is really helpful to someone like me who have the uncommon body type to dress the best for my body shape. Thank you ,love your channel.
I agree with most of your tips except for one. I just had a professional style analysis, and even though I am 5'0" and have an hourglass/curvy figure, I have a very long torso for my height (long-waisted). So in my case, I can wear wide belts! I learned that your vertical proportions (upper body, torso, and leg length) are just as important as your horizontal (bust/waist/hips) measurements in determining which styles to wear.
I think I definitely have a longer torso, but than I have a short waist (I do have a defined waist, but then the smallest point of my waist is situated a bit above than normal, that means I have a short waist) so does this apply to me too? I want to make my legs look taller.
Chi, as always, your videos are informative and your energy is so infectious and delightful. I'm a short, curvy girl and I always wondered why pointed toe shoes didn't make my legs look longer: THICK ANKLES!! Round toe shoes absolutely are best for me and your video is the first I've seen that confirmed that for me. You are the best. THANK YOU. xoxo
Have you tried those shoes that has have a slightly longer and slightly wider point ? i think it can work, best if the color matches your skin tone.. Atleast it worked for me, i have a medium to thick ankles.
It's the first time I have commented on one of your videos, but I've been following you for a while. I enjoy a lot your format; you provide a lot of valuable information. And today, it's like you're speaking directly to me. Thanks, Chi!
Hi there "my beautiful darling" Chi! I love that greeting, so sweet... I don't know how you don't have more followers. Your videos are so well done, SOOO funny, I love your sense of humor. Thank you for helping us petite girls to dress!
These are great tips. I would also add: 1) look for vertical elements, like vertical stripes, buttons all down the front, and pants and shorts with proper center creases ironed in; and 2) avoid very thin straps such as spaghetti straps on tops and dresses, on shoes, and belts narrower than one inch, these delicate details emphasis the heaviness of full figures, wider straps on tops and dresses visually cut the chest width and very thin belts or straps make the figure look bigger than it is. I would also avoid very dainty shoes, slightly chunkier ones make the legs look thinner, so choose block heels rather than stilettos. A larger figure teetering on delicate stiletto-heeled shoes make the body look out of proportion, and get shoes that don’t squeeze the flesh of the feet or legs.
I disagree with thin straps and dainty shoes part. If you look into Kibbe typology, you'll learn that some petite, curvy figures have enough dramatic angles to them (like, sharp elbows or sharply shaped waist). They tend to look their best with soft, flowy shapes, finished with something angular, animated, almost dramatic. They are made for daintier shoes and thin straps, of course to a certain body size, for very plus size women more balance is welcome. Still, I feel that you are a good observer and I strongly recommend to look into Kibbe to become even better. I'm still learning this myself :) have a good one
Oh LOL the rent a boob business would be such a hit🤣🤣🤣🤣 by both women and men and even nursing babies. HAHAHA you're hilarious and your content is gold. Thank you
You are hands down the most concise, organized, clear, and insightful fashion stylist. Every single video is full of great ideas that work! Thank you! (plus you are clever and funny)
I love this video! Finally! I'm a petite pear shape that's also busty, so most times I just give up and go oversized everywhere. Nothing ever seems to fit or flatter. Thank you for the tips, this was super helpful! 😊
Love your videos! Always good advice! Loved the rent-a-boob ad!! That was funny!! 😄 The hat and boots 👢 with the dark dress looked great on you by the way! Thanks for doing these videos!!! 💕
I'm 5'3", 150-155 lbs, and old (62). Attempting to be fashionable, classic, and effortless looking was difficult until I found your channel. Thank you.
I am just getting back into dressing after a very frumpy, new mom period. Funny, how I have loved cropped sleeves and usually buy half-length shirts. Thanks for the many tips!
I love your humor and videos Chi! Hoping for more videos for the short, curvy, rectangle-shaped, short torso and with thick legs like I am. 😅 I am learning a lot from you and spent my weekend binge-watching your videos! Thank you! ❤️
So right about the puffy sleeves. I tried on this lovely lightweight white shirt with long-ish poet like sleeves. I was so tempted because I feel it is trending for this summer and I like some arm coverage; but there was no way to half tuck that shirt and slim it out - my upper body looked enormous with those Renaissance sleeves! Also true about the wide belts - they go right to my bustline - but I love the look of them so much!
Thank you! Have been a subscriber for a while. This is very helpful as I’m trying to build a social and work wardrobe on an apple shape. Been hiding under too big tops and long cardigans. Have come to accept the need for tailoring, though, because the larger the size, the manufacturers increase arm holes and leg widths way out of proportion and straight legs become wide frumpy legs on my heavy 5’1” frame. My hiney doesn’t fit well in petites, so I’m forced to tailor.
Love your tips!! Your channel is my favorite and i always click as soon as you post. The 3/4 sleeve trick is so true! I learned this years ago, and have tailored my sweaters to all show my wrists now. ;)
Chi, I love you for making this video indeed. I am 165 and on the curvy end and this has confirmed some of the things I practice and have humorously highlighted some things that I need to change hehehehe. I am very grateful you have a kind eye to consider all different women's shapes and what suits them best. I love A line for skirts and dresses, monocromatic is my jam, straight leg are my faves as they highlight my toned thighs and give freedom to the rest of the leg, so it looks fantastic. Hahahaha I do have the butterfly kind of jersey/top... that made me laugh because it is true that it does not look good on me as compared to V neck tops... these are the best! Thank you so very much for making this video. Sending lots of love!
@@esmanur.x I am the shortest of all friends and family... 😂 everyone around me is taller. See it from my place, not from yours or anyone else's. You will understand! Thank you 🤗
@@esmanur.x hahahaha Oh I was not hurt, I embraced the fact that I am shorter than those around me, it has its perks though ;) I was surprised as to why would anyone not knowing what surrounds me, would say that! you are 155cm full of fun!! Thank you for your message
Great pointers! I have to do some shopping this weekend for a business trip next week. Totally new to this, and have gained some weight over the winter. Your videos are very helpful, thank you!
Totally agree. I was forever buying things that I loved but realised they didn't look right on me . Such a waste of time and money and made me feel rubbish. Now I go into shops armed with more knowledge and look at things more critically I.e does it fit the Chi criteria and now I find I'm buying better first time round.
Bullseye 🎯! These 9️⃣ Life Changing Clothing Tricks are 💯% on point for managing curvy shapes no matter our ⬇️height⬆️ or ➡️weight⬅️. In the world 🌍 of top stylists, you're in a class of your own🏆. 💕Your Rent-a-Boob spot was hilarious...LMFAO😆. Always appreciate the lengths you'll go to entertain & educate. 💚 Bridget from Cali☘️ (using my pal's YT acct)
Please help, have deep lines on my neck, probably due to sun damage, would love top suggestions beyond a turtleneck 🌸🌼🌸 or spring /summer scarves on trend, thank you
I am 5'1" and have been overweight for the vast majority of my life. This video was very validating to watch because I've been doing many of these things for a long time as I've tried to learn how to dress my shape. I can't recommend rolling up your sleeves enough. I love 3/4 length sleeves (easier to roll up and even those get rolled up, haha). Basically if the sleeves can be rolled up, they will be- even on jackets, if I can manage it. Big no-nos for me: Bermuda shorts- makes my thighs and calves look thick since they hit right above the knee. Shoulder stitching that ends a ways down the arm instead of at the top of the shoulder- makes my arms look bigger and makes the whole top look kind of frumpy. Bubble hem tops- was asked if I was expecting once. I wasn't :/ Solid-colored tops- very unforgiving on me. Patterns work much better on me. I can wear solid tops if the fabric has textures or ruffles, or if it's heathered. Otherwise, they're a no for me. Highly Recommend: Flutter sleeve tops- I LOVE these. They're feminine, dressy and look flattering on my arms. Thanks for all your tips!!!
Great video & your videos are getting better & better but I would like for you to do a video for a true curvy petite woman & not curvy as in plus size women bcuz there is definitely a difference bcuz I’m short & curvy but I’m not plus size.
😉 Sorry, the rules are the rules. They apply no matter your size. I'm not petite or morbidly obese either, but I still have exaggerated hourglass⏳ proportions that require special handling. ⭐Chi is 💯% on target🎯 here. In fact, she has the absolute BEST & most comprehensive instructional videos that address all types of curves & body types. Inches or height do 🚫 matter. I have more in common with any woman (no matter their particular body type) who also struggles with the dynamic of a long torso & low waist. 🌟Trinny of London is a 5'10" rectangle, while I'm @ 5'7", but she shares that same annoying challenge🤣. If we wear the 😱wrong silhouette or shoe, our legs can seem stumpy🪵. 😉We need to do everything possible to visually elongate↕️ our frame. 💚 Bridget from Cali☘️ (using my pal's YT acct)
I am 4’9”, age 69, and lean towards more of an apple shape; however, I find the most flattering items on me are in your “No” category. Wide belts are a definite preference for me, as well as, batwing style tops. My favorite jeans are skinny jeans, but I have 3 pair of flair jeans that I wear often. The flair jeans are quite fitted throughout the hip and thigh area , expanding outward from the knee. The reason I purchased 3 is because I want the versatility to wear them with various shoe heights. I like my flairs to end slightly above ground level, so I tailored the jeans to accommodate different shoe styles and height, from my lower heeled ankle boots to my highest platform Doc Marten combat and Chelsea boots, pumps, and heeled ankle boots. I love skinny jeans as you can usually wear just about any style of shoe. Relaxed fit jeans seem to give the illusion of added weight and also make me look matronly. 🥴😬 This style of jeans look great on mid height to tall women, but on my munchkin body, not so much! Oh, the woes of being the incredible shrinking woman!
Relaxed-fit jeans work for those of us with heavy legs. I've always had heavy legs; in fact, even when I was a size 3, at 5'3", I couldn't wear tall boots because my calves were too big. I wear Lee's relaxed-fit jeans because I can get them on. I can't even get Levis on at all. So on women like me, relaxed fit looks normal. If I had thinner legs, I would wear more slender jeans to fit my legs.
I'm 4'9 curvey petite. Years ago I loved my flares that I got fitted. What brands did you find to accommodate your small frame? Any luck with blouses and tshirts brands?
I've worked in the fashion industry for 40 years, and these tips are 100% right on. I wish sales people in fashion understood how to fit customers ! Things like batwing sleeves or turtlenecks for my 36G build.. seriously ! So unflattering. And the wide belts ! Arrgh ! so true. This video 10/10
I’m a 34-36G as well. So hard to dress 😢
I love how you show the examples of “what not to wear.“ It really makes your point clear.
Thank you so so so much! ❤️
@@PetiteDressingit was a great video but it hurt to see some of my favourite clothes shown as a do not wear. The batwing shirts and thigh-fitting jeans that I love, are a bad combo for my short and apple-shaped body. I have to seriously consider my wardrobe after your video:D
At least my love for A line dresses is in line with your advice:D Thank you for your videos!:)
As a short-torsoed busty hourglass, I thank you! (P.S. that creating space up top, whether by low-cut or off-the-shoulder necklines, is KEY!)
I wish inuad known that one years ago. I first heard of that hack on What Not to Wear. Before then, I used to wonder why most t-shirts made my chest look bigger than it already was.
I've been watching the video only for 50 seconds, and I already love it ))) You have such a refreshing sense of humor!!! Thank you so much, Chi, for wearing 4 bras to help us, we love you for that!
Thank you for a REAL video about our shapes that are mostly ignored by the industry, causing us to have to gather info from EVERYWHERE and from hit-or-miss experiences. Thank you so much!!
I've so happy to see you grow from strength to strength in the production level of your videos and presentation. Totally support you and your enthusiasm to get the word out there that us petite girls just need to be in on a few hacks to look longer and lithe in our form! Your tips are amazing, and unlike other channels, you always illustrate the tip so we can have a clear visual of what is a Do and a Don't! I also love watching you because, my skin tone is the same... and I like seeing what colors match you, hence i know they will match me too. Wishing you lots of luck and health!
As a 4'11 34 G bra girls I can say it tough. Thank you for this.
Thank you so much, Chrisse!
I absolutely agree with pushing up long sleeves. I'm not sure that I agree with why it works, but it works! I've been doing that for 50 years and people always think I'm taller than I am. I credit the sleeve trick as one of the reasons why.
There you go again Chi...practical info, humor and insight to troubling petite clothing matters. You rock!
I'm really impressed.I really haven't found a channel like yours that talk about fashion that are the best in different body shapes and those that do not fall under the body classifications.I myself is a petite and have a borderline rectangle to hourglass body but have big boobs and medium butt and its always a struggle for me to look good in a clothes, your channel is really helpful to someone like me who have the uncommon body type to dress the best for my body shape.
Thank you ,love your channel.
I agree with most of your tips except for one. I just had a professional style analysis, and even though I am 5'0" and have an hourglass/curvy figure, I have a very long torso for my height (long-waisted). So in my case, I can wear wide belts! I learned that your vertical proportions (upper body, torso, and leg length) are just as important as your horizontal (bust/waist/hips) measurements in determining which styles to wear.
Thank you for sharing!
I think I definitely have a longer torso, but than I have a short waist (I do have a defined waist, but then the smallest point of my waist is situated a bit above than normal, that means I have a short waist) so does this apply to me too? I want to make my legs look taller.
Thank you!! I love your videos so much, they're so helpful and no one out there is doing it like you!
Couldn't agree more! Chi is in her own class!
Well said! 😇
Right on everything you said, I made all those mistakes. Thanks for clarifying.
Chi, as always, your videos are informative and your energy is so infectious and delightful. I'm a short, curvy girl and I always wondered why pointed toe shoes didn't make my legs look longer: THICK ANKLES!! Round toe shoes absolutely are best for me and your video is the first I've seen that confirmed that for me. You are the best. THANK YOU. xoxo
Have you tried those shoes that has have a slightly longer and slightly wider point ? i think it can work, best if the color matches your skin tone.. Atleast it worked for me, i have a medium to thick ankles.
Thanks for sharing!! You are so welcome!
It's the first time I have commented on one of your videos, but I've been following you for a while. I enjoy a lot your format; you provide a lot of valuable information. And today, it's like you're speaking directly to me. Thanks, Chi!
Hi there "my beautiful darling" Chi! I love that greeting, so sweet... I don't know how you don't have more followers. Your videos are so well done, SOOO funny, I love your sense of humor. Thank you for helping us petite girls to dress!
These are great tips. I would also add: 1) look for vertical elements, like vertical stripes, buttons all down the front, and pants and shorts with proper center creases ironed in; and 2) avoid very thin straps such as spaghetti straps on tops and dresses, on shoes, and belts narrower than one inch, these delicate details emphasis the heaviness of full figures, wider straps on tops and dresses visually cut the chest width and very thin belts or straps make the figure look bigger than it is. I would also avoid very dainty shoes, slightly chunkier ones make the legs look thinner, so choose block heels rather than stilettos. A larger figure teetering on delicate stiletto-heeled shoes make the body look out of proportion, and get shoes that don’t squeeze the flesh of the feet or legs.
Wonderful tips! Thank you Kimberly!
I disagree with thin straps and dainty shoes part. If you look into Kibbe typology, you'll learn that some petite, curvy figures have enough dramatic angles to them (like, sharp elbows or sharply shaped waist). They tend to look their best with soft, flowy shapes, finished with something angular, animated, almost dramatic. They are made for daintier shoes and thin straps, of course to a certain body size, for very plus size women more balance is welcome. Still, I feel that you are a good observer and I strongly recommend to look into Kibbe to become even better. I'm still learning this myself :) have a good one
No to dainty shoes, no to pointy toes
Oh LOL the rent a boob business would be such a hit🤣🤣🤣🤣 by both women and men and even nursing babies. HAHAHA you're hilarious and your content is gold. Thank you
Great tips and examples! You did a great job integrating the different body types of petite women. Petite doesn’t mean size 2 !!
Exactly! Thank you, Amrita! ❤️
You are hands down the most concise, organized, clear, and insightful fashion stylist. Every single video is full of great ideas that work! Thank you! (plus you are clever and funny)
Glad it was helpful!
I love this video! Finally! I'm a petite pear shape that's also busty, so most times I just give up and go oversized everywhere. Nothing ever seems to fit or flatter. Thank you for the tips, this was super helpful! 😊
You're welcome! ❣️
Love your videos! Always good advice! Loved the rent-a-boob ad!! That was funny!! 😄 The hat and boots 👢 with the dark dress looked great on you by the way! Thanks for doing these videos!!! 💕
I'm 5'3", 150-155 lbs, and old (62). Attempting to be fashionable, classic, and effortless looking was difficult until I found your channel. Thank you.
Yaaay! You're welcome! ❣️
5'3 & 150 is barely "curvy" lol girl I WISH I was 150 again
I am just getting back into dressing after a very frumpy, new mom period. Funny, how I have loved cropped sleeves and usually buy half-length shirts. Thanks for the many tips!
You're welcome!
Chi, you are the Petite Queen!👑
This is me! Thank you for this wonderful video!!!!!!!
Hi Chi! Can you make a video about prints and patterns please?
I love your humor and videos Chi! Hoping for more videos for the short, curvy, rectangle-shaped, short torso and with thick legs like I am. 😅 I am learning a lot from you and spent my weekend binge-watching your videos! Thank you! ❤️
More to come!
I swear you are so freakin funny. Your intros have me rollin every week. I love your humor😀🤣😂
You are the best! Thank you xxx
I love your humour and confidence!
Love the tips..and the background music was a nice touch 😀 great video.
So right about the puffy sleeves. I tried on this lovely lightweight white shirt with long-ish poet like sleeves. I was so tempted because I feel it is trending for this summer and I like some arm coverage; but there was no way to half tuck that shirt and slim it out - my upper body looked enormous with those Renaissance sleeves! Also true about the wide belts - they go right to my bustline - but I love the look of them so much!
Thank you! Have been a subscriber for a while. This is very helpful as I’m trying to build a social and work wardrobe on an apple shape. Been hiding under too big tops and long cardigans. Have come to accept the need for tailoring, though, because the larger the size, the manufacturers increase arm holes and leg widths way out of proportion and straight legs become wide frumpy legs on my heavy 5’1” frame. My hiney doesn’t fit well in petites, so I’m forced to tailor.
I’m learning so much from you🙏🏼
I’m 5” tall and it can be such a downer finding clothes
Thank You I’m so glad I subscribed to your channel 😊
Same here!
Thank you!! I resisted v-neck for ages. Once I discovered how flattering it is - I was stunned.
Thank you Chi. Excellent information. 👍😁
Thank for the vedeo iam short and curvy!!You look fabulous with the hat !!
Chiiiiii! Omg this video is just GOLD
Thank you. A very important video before shopping!
I am so glad I found you!
Excellent video. Looking forward to seeing you next time from Queensland Australia
Thsi is my case definitely 😄
Thank you so much for your great tips, I'm so glad I've found your channel ❤
Love the roll up sleeve tip! Makes sense about the wrists!
You are the best in petite dressing!😘
This is, by far, the most helpful video I've ever watched for how to dress my frame. Thank you!
You're welcome! ❣️
Thank you so much! Your tips are always so on point!
You're so informative and funny! Thank you for this helpful video.
Love your tips!! Your channel is my favorite and i always click as soon as you post. The 3/4 sleeve trick is so true! I learned this years ago, and have tailored my sweaters to all show my wrists now. ;)
Chi, I love you for making this video indeed. I am 165 and on the curvy end and this has confirmed some of the things I practice and have humorously highlighted some things that I need to change hehehehe. I am very grateful you have a kind eye to consider all different women's shapes and what suits them best.
I love A line for skirts and dresses, monocromatic is my jam, straight leg are my faves as they highlight my toned thighs and give freedom to the rest of the leg, so it looks fantastic. Hahahaha I do have the butterfly kind of jersey/top... that made me laugh because it is true that it does not look good on me as compared to V neck tops... these are the best! Thank you so very much for making this video. Sending lots of love!
You aren't short
@@esmanur.x I am the shortest of all friends and family... 😂 everyone around me is taller. See it from my place, not from yours or anyone else's. You will understand! Thank you 🤗
@@evasccl7846 hahaha sorry about that I wasnt try to hurt you sweetie :( I am 155 cm so I thought you are not that short
@@esmanur.x hahahaha Oh I was not hurt, I embraced the fact that I am shorter than those around me, it has its perks though ;)
I was surprised as to why would anyone not knowing what surrounds me, would say that! you are 155cm full of fun!! Thank you for your message
@@evasccl7846 I see you darling
You always have such helpful tips.
You are TOO FUNNY!! I love your videos, they're fun and helpful
Great pointers! I have to do some shopping this weekend for a business trip next week. Totally new to this, and have gained some weight over the winter. Your videos are very helpful, thank you!
Best channel for applicable tips and you always manage to preemptively address my questions :D
Happy to hear that!
All your videos are priceless!!! Thanks again for sharing all this info!!!
Thank you!
Thank you! These tips make sooo much sense and you’ve helped me to stop buying things that I like, but don’t suit my body ❤️
Totally agree. I was forever buying things that I loved but realised they didn't look right on me . Such a waste of time and money and made me feel rubbish. Now I go into shops armed with more knowledge and look at things more critically I.e does it fit the Chi criteria and now I find I'm buying better first time round.
@@heatherhowe351 Yes! Especially saving time and money 💰
Love your videos - your tips just all make sense . I get that light bulb moment on every video .
You always make me laugh. Love your videos!
This was so helpful!!! I’m 5 foot. All these tips are game changers.
Thank you very helpful because I don’t to over dress but I do want to dress well as petite and curvy woman
Love this! Can you share where the black satin thin strap dress is from?
Lots of good advice. Thanks!
Hi I like your advice and tips, your a clever woman. I like also your house and decoration at the back 😊🌹
Great video. I'm short but have a long torso so wide belts are great for me!
That's great!
Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom.
Glad it was helpful!
Bullseye 🎯! These 9️⃣ Life Changing Clothing Tricks are 💯% on point for managing curvy shapes no matter our ⬇️height⬆️ or ➡️weight⬅️.
In the world 🌍 of top stylists, you're in a class of your own🏆. 💕Your Rent-a-Boob spot was hilarious...LMFAO😆. Always appreciate the lengths you'll go to entertain & educate.
💚 Bridget from Cali☘️
(using my pal's YT acct)
Thank you very much for this valuable video, your advices helps a lot to me 🙏 ❤️
Please help, have deep lines on my neck, probably due to sun damage, would love top suggestions beyond a turtleneck 🌸🌼🌸 or spring /summer scarves on trend, thank you
I love your videos. ❤ Always fun and very helpful. Thanks Chi 😊
Glad you like them!
This as been so helpful to me as short 65 year old apple shaped women. Thank you.
Love your videos! Greetings from France!
I love your videos because you explain the logic behind your ideas!
You are wonderful! Thank you for all the great tips!😉
Can you do one on necklines? 🙂
Omg thank u so much Chi 💓💓
Excellent tips. Thank you.
I am 5'1" and have been overweight for the vast majority of my life. This video was very validating to watch because I've been doing many of these things for a long time as I've tried to learn how to dress my shape. I can't recommend rolling up your sleeves enough. I love 3/4 length sleeves (easier to roll up and even those get rolled up, haha). Basically if the sleeves can be rolled up, they will be- even on jackets, if I can manage it.
Big no-nos for me:
Bermuda shorts- makes my thighs and calves look thick since they hit right above the knee.
Shoulder stitching that ends a ways down the arm instead of at the top of the shoulder- makes my arms look bigger and makes the whole top look kind of frumpy.
Bubble hem tops- was asked if I was expecting once. I wasn't :/
Solid-colored tops- very unforgiving on me. Patterns work much better on me. I can wear solid tops if the fabric has textures or ruffles, or if it's heathered. Otherwise, they're a no for me.
Highly Recommend:
Flutter sleeve tops- I LOVE these. They're feminine, dressy and look flattering on my arms.
Thanks for all your tips!!!
Great tips 👍🏼 Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Chi, these tips are perfect for me after so much time in home office and less exercises 🙂
Very helpful and fun video!!
Another great video Chi! Thank you for sharing your wisdom the way you do!! Have a wonderful weekend!!
I love your every single content
Aweeeee thank you! ❤️
Awesome tips, thank you
Perfect video for me! Thank you!
Thank you!!
Chi I love it! Please do one for small chest, there's nothing out there, need help assp 😓
Great video! You make me laugh and give me inspiration and ideas I can use. Thank you. Chi!
very helpfull. Thank you X
Excellent video 👍👍
Thank you 👍
Great work i love your videos 😊, can you do one please about crossbody bags?
I liked and loved all your video, it really helps me a lot 🤩😍😊
More videos to come and keep safe 💖
Thank you !
Great video & your videos are getting better & better but I would like for you to do a video for a true curvy petite woman & not curvy as in plus size women bcuz there is definitely a difference bcuz I’m short & curvy but I’m not plus size.
😉 Sorry, the rules are the rules.
They apply no matter your size. I'm not petite or morbidly obese either, but I still have exaggerated hourglass⏳ proportions that require special handling. ⭐Chi is 💯% on target🎯 here. In fact, she has the absolute BEST & most comprehensive instructional videos that address all types of curves & body types.
Inches or height do 🚫 matter. I have more in common with any woman (no matter their particular body type) who also struggles with the dynamic of a long torso & low waist. 🌟Trinny of London is a 5'10" rectangle, while I'm @ 5'7", but she shares that same annoying challenge🤣. If we wear the 😱wrong silhouette or shoe, our legs can seem stumpy🪵. 😉We need to do everything possible to visually elongate↕️ our frame.
💚 Bridget from Cali☘️
(using my pal's YT acct)
@@teresacarle294 You’re entitled to your opinion & I’m entitled to mine. Periodt!
Always Awesome 🌹🌹🌹
Love your videos ❤
Thank you so so much! ❤️
I am 4’9”, age 69, and lean towards more of an apple shape; however, I find the most flattering items on me are in your “No” category. Wide belts are a definite preference for me, as well as, batwing style tops. My favorite jeans are skinny jeans, but I have 3 pair of flair jeans that I wear often. The flair jeans are quite fitted throughout the hip and thigh area , expanding outward from the knee. The reason I purchased 3 is because I want the versatility to wear them with various shoe heights. I like my flairs to end slightly above ground level, so I tailored the jeans to accommodate different shoe styles and height, from my lower heeled ankle boots to my highest platform Doc Marten combat and Chelsea boots, pumps, and heeled ankle boots. I love skinny jeans as you can usually wear just about any style of shoe. Relaxed fit jeans seem to give the illusion of added weight and also make me look matronly. 🥴😬 This style of jeans look great on mid height to tall women, but on my munchkin body, not so much! Oh, the woes of being the incredible shrinking woman!
Relaxed-fit jeans work for those of us with heavy legs. I've always had heavy legs; in fact, even when I was a size 3, at 5'3", I couldn't wear tall boots because my calves were too big. I wear Lee's relaxed-fit jeans because I can get them on. I can't even get Levis on at all. So on women like me, relaxed fit looks normal. If I had thinner legs, I would wear more slender jeans to fit my legs.
I'm 4'9 curvey petite. Years ago I loved my flares that I got fitted. What brands did you find to accommodate your small frame? Any luck with blouses and tshirts brands?
@monakinnel
Amazing, thank you for answering my previous comment with a video ❤️💥
Love this... thank you
You're welcome! ❣️
謝謝你，你的短片既好笑又有教育意義。支持你！
Hi Chi, do you ship to Australia? Thank you
Loved the video & Rent-A-Boob really made me laugh!
Dear Chi, I made everything WRONG!!! You've opened my eyes a I THANK you soo much. Nice greetings from Slovakia
Perfect! Happy to help! 💖✨
Defeat that mistress. I laughed out loud!