Comments on: How to determine your vertical body type

By: Judy

Judy — Mon, 18 May 2015 13:08:38 +0000

Thank-you Sylvia, this was very informative! I believe, I’m a balanced vertical body type..I’m 5’8” and have a 42c bust line, my waist line is equal to my hip line and this can be a problem when buying pants. Do you have any suggestion?

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By: Sylvia

Sylvia — Mon, 12 Jan 2015 09:55:54 +0000

In reply to Louise. This is not an absolute science Louise. It's about creating a nice silhouette that works best and combines both vertical and horizontal body type. Do the measurements to get an idea but then trust your intuition.

By: Louise

Louise — Sun, 11 Jan 2015 12:08:24 +0000

Love what you are telling me, however I need some help! I am 168cm tall,hourglass tending to go pear shape,with my hip to floor measurement 2cm shorter than the top of my head to my widest part, please help. I enjoy flats but know heels look better and wide legged trousers shorten and widen me.

By: Tracey Jennings

Tracey Jennings — Sat, 13 Sep 2014 13:50:38 +0000

On my way out to meet a friend, but will definitely be back later to look at this again and do measurements to see where i fit in… Great and very useful information… Great Post Sylvia!

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By: Jo

Jo — Mon, 06 Jan 2014 21:59:03 +0000

Wow!!! Seeing those photos of you at the end! I am that body shape, and now all is made clear! I just need to lose the 10kgs so I can wear nice trousers again 😉

By: How to dress when you are short or petite? Dressing guidelines on how to appear longer and leaner

Thu, 02 May 2013 07:02:52 +0000

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By: Tonix

Tonix — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:04:45 +0000

I am an hourglass/rectangle, short leg/long torso but I cheat by always wearing 4 or 5 inch heeled shoes or boots. This give me a longer and more balanced look. I know this is ‘cheating’ but I am only 5 foot 1 1/2 inches tall and very slim so I feel insignificant rather than petite without them. I suppose there will come a time when I no longer have the balance to wear high heels. Any advice ?

By: Sylvia

Sylvia — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 07:33:57 +0000

In reply to Liv. Yes, that's right. I would measure it from the widest point of your hip to the floor.

By: Liv

Liv — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 05:02:34 +0000

Hi, I’m 150.5cm and from the hip to the floor I’m 78.5. Does this classify me as long legs/short torso even though I’m short? Also, is your inseam relevant? Because I heard that to tell your vertical body type you had to measure your inseam instead of your hip to floor. Thanks 🙂

By: Sylvia

Sylvia — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 03:01:26 +0000

In reply to chris. Hi Chris, It's difficult to give you advice based on the info you have given me. But I feel that any body shape can pull of a long dress. I love one shoulder dresses and that could suit you too. A nice long dress in one colour, perhaps with subtle draping, can also really make you look taller, which is always nice for evening.

By: chris

chris — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 20:53:39 +0000

Hi there! Can you help me? I’m a Balanced Verticle Body Type. 5 ft 1″… 120lbs… Although I work out, I still seem to carry my weight in the middle but I do great job hiding it! 🙂 This extra weight def makes me appear more short waisted than I already am! I have a formal event coming up….Can I pull off a long evening gown? Or, should I stick with a shorter (a little above the knee) cocktail dress? My husband will be wearing a tux. My legs are in decent shape…I’m in my early 50’s. Can you please let my know what styles I should be looking for depending on long gown or short cocktail dress? eg… Can I do one shoulder? Strapless? Or should I just stick to the “V” neckline? I want to look age appropriate/ elegant Thanks!

By: Sylvia

Sylvia — Sat, 17 Nov 2012 08:40:16 +0000

In reply to Tammy Turner. Hi Tammy, It's difficult to be very specific as I don't have all your measurements but from what I know you will look best in v-line tops, a-line skirts and dresses, long lapel, single button jackets and straight or wide legged trousers. You may want to seek more help or upload looks to the style forum . You can also try out the online professional stylist program or my personal styling service.