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Dress Broad Shoulders to flatter?

Do you find it difficult to dress BROAD SHOULDERS?

Although this is often a hugely attractive feature it can be a problem for some women. One person's assets are another woman's nightmare.

If this strong image is not your nature and your body frame and shape causes concern then you should certainly address the situation. Perhaps you were considered a 'tomboy' as a child and you still feel this is a lack of femininity.

There are ways to soften and minimize the width with just a little care when choosing styles and shapes. 

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A strong shoulder line is not for everyone...

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A strong shoulder line doesn't feel right for everyone but let me say that a good shoulder line is a feature of an Inverted Triangle shape.

It's usually a model shape and the perfect figure for a 'clothes horse'. Many attractive celebrities enjoy broad shoulders and slender hips.  

But you can soften the look...

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  • Draw attention away from the shoulder area
  • Remove any fitted shoulder pads
  • Keep shoulders unfussy, no tight fabric 
  • Avoid heavily built-in sleeves, raglan sleeves are best
  • Choose tops or dresses that flare at the hips
  • Wide shoulder straps or sleeveless work well
  • V necks and necklaces that draw the eye to center of the body
  • Earrings or necklace to attract attention
  • Vertical detail such as buttons or pleating in centre of top

Dress broad shoulders to shine...

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A strong upper body is usually an athletic body, often a strong swimmer, and this can be an extremely attractive look. It also draws the eye to the top of the frame and can often make a woman look taller.

As the body gets older, you have the opportunity to retain a firmer frame and not accept the usually inevitable vulnerability.

Petite top heavy

If you're not particularly tall with broad shoulders it can make you look heavier than you are. Try the styling tips above or, much more specific, see the Petite Styling Tips.

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