Style anatomy: Imara Hashwani

The owner of Wholesome Foods, and blogger behind Imara Doesn’t Cook, shares her style transformation. From wearing bulky boots and sweaters in chilly Montreal to moving to Karachi and adopting a more understated and chic sense of style, this emerging fashionista shares it all!

Understanding your body is the key to looking good and a trait found amongst all impeccably dressed fashionistas. While people shy away from talking about their bodies, these brave souls explain how they work their anatomies to their advantage.

How would you describe your body type?

I would describe my body type as petite.



Has your body type changed over the last five years?

From the time I started university, I had been carrying around my ‘freshman 15’ weight, until just over a year ago. However, over the last year I made an effort to become fit by making exercise part of my lifestyle, which in turn has helped me to become lean and toned.

How has your style changed over the years?

Considering I was living in Montreal for four years, where the weather was extremely cold or chilly for majority of the year, I felt restricted and demotivated when it came to dressing. However, after moving back to Karachi, my style has changed. From wearing boots, oversized sweatshirts and scarves I am now more simple and chic, and prefer a clean look.

In your opinion what is your most troublesome area?

Over the years, I have grown to accept my body the way it is, while focusing on exercising to make myself stronger.



How do you dress your body according to your body type?

Since I am lean, I enjoy wearing ripped or skinny jeans. When wearing them, I have the option of going for either a casual or a slightly trendy look.

In your opinion what is the biggest mistake a person can make while dressing here?

I believe that fashion is a form of art and allows for creativity enabling one to have a unique identity. The biggest mistake anyone can make while dressing up is not being authentic to that means of expression. I think it is essential for people to dress according to what they love and feel most comfortable in. When you follow that motto, confidence comes naturally.

Which silhouettes suit your body the most?

Silhouettes that are neither too loose nor too fitted.

What is the one piece of clothing that you shy away from wearing and why?

I don’t necessarily shy away from any particular clothing, however, my fashion pet peeves are feeling too tight in my outfit and wearing materials that can be sharp on my skin. I physically need to feel comfortable in everything that I wear.