How to Wrap This Season Around Your Body Type and Style

When it comes to finishing off your look this season, there are many coat and jacket options. So, the questions becomes, which one works best for your style and body type? Here are a few ideas to finish off the look to fit your signature style.

Do you have a large upper body? If you do, consider the classic elegance of one of this season’s collarless jackets with an updated pattern or trim. The streamlined cut de-emphasizes the upper body. Look to a pair this jacket up with a sleek and elegant pump. This will keep the eyes moving to de-emphasize the upper body and provide an elegant and classic look that is certain to get you promoted at work.

Are you a tough luxe girl stuck in an office setting? Consider one of this season’s form fitting leather jackets with studs, grommets and zippers. Look at all of the unique patterns and finishes that are really hot this season. For the office, slip the jacket over a classic skirt or tailored pants and a crisp white blouse. To take the tough luxe trend out to the club, consider leggings and a bling of metallic, sparkle, shine or chunk. This particular look is not for every body type. The short fitted jacket works best on someone who is either petite or is not so curvy.

If you are tall and seeking a more casual look, consider the boyfriend jackets. Like their name suggests, these jackets fit long and a little looser. They can be paired with pencil skirts and high heel pumps for an office look. Or, for the more trendy look, consider “weighting them down” with heavy boots or chunky jewelry.

Are you a classic through and through? If so, the camel coats and trenches this season will fit the bill now and for many seasons to come.

While every style is not for every body, every body has a fit and style. And the season’s jackets are no exception!

Laura Beth DeHority is a glamourist in San Jose, CA. Check out her daily blog at www.glamourbylbd.com.