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 have a petite frame and really long legs with not very broad shoulders. I think I’d describe myself as pear shaped because my lower half is definitely heavier than my top.
Has your body type changed over the last five years?
My body hasn’t really changed over the past five years. I’m still petite like I used to be. I might have lost some baby fat on my face, other than that my body type is pretty much the same.
In your opinion what is your most troublesome area?
My most troublesome area is probably my face and my hair which I take care of the most because in my line of work both these things are exposed to pollutants. We are also exposed to lots of blowouts, make-up and different products that contain various chemicals. Each of these glam rituals take their toll on your skin and hair so one has to take more care.
How do you dress according to your body type?
I don’t think I dress according to my body type. I mostly dress according to what I feel like wearing. I don’t like to wear clothes that are too baggy because then I strangely end up looking chubbier than I am. I prefer wearing clothes that fit right and look better.
In your opinion what is the biggest mistake a person can make while dressing up?
I think the biggest mistake a person can make while dressing up is to be insecure or uncomfortable about what they are wearing. A lot of times you end up seeing someone wearing a certain outfit that compliments them and assume that it’ll work for you too. However, it doesn’t always work that way. If you’re not comfortable and confident with what you wear, then don’t wear it. Confidence and comfort is the key!
How has your style changed over the years?
My style has really evolved. I am more experimental now than I used to be. Even my choice of colour has evolved. I love pastels and my favourite colours these days are dark blue, tea pink and yellow, which I would probably not have opted for before.
Which silhouettes suit your body the most?
Straight cuts and flowy dresses work well for me. With eastern wear, I feel ghararas, lehnga cholis and saris look good on me. For western wear I’d say skirts, gowns, jeans and tops suit me more as compared to very edgy clothes.
What is the one piece of clothing that you would never wear?
Never say never, but anything that is unnecessarily revealing and shows off too much skin makes me uncomfortable. For instance, I have never worn a completely backless dress.
What’s a style every woman should try at least once in her life?
I think every woman should wear a really long, heavy and flowy gown once. Even I haven’t worn a really big gown with a trail but one should wear it at least once!
If you could raid anyone’s closet, whose would it be?
I would raid Rihanna’s and Zendaya’s closet in a heartbeat. I really like their sense of style.
What are the first items you gravitate towards when shopping?
T-shirts! But perhaps I’d gravitate more towards what I need rather than mindlessly picking up things along the way.
What item in your closet do you wear the most?
I usually wear a lot of jeans and t-shirts so things I feel most comfortable in.
High heels or sneakers?
Definitely sneakers!
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