Narrow

With the narrow body shape you are able to add lots of volume! But, it also important to keep the balance with this body shape. Your bust and hips are equal in proportion, but there is not a defined waistline on the narrow body shape so you have to give the illusion of a waist. The narrow, or straight, body shape can wear almost any silhouette as long as there is balance between the top and bottom. Volume works in your favor, so adding ruffles and pleating at the bust line will look fabulous. Working that volume on top with a trumpet or mermaid skirt on bottom will give you the winning look. Belts and beading at the waistline are ideal. If you find that perfect dress and it doesn't have any embellishments at the waist, you can easily add a satin or beaded belt to create your own look and flatter your straight body shape perfectly. You also have the luxury of wearing form fitted silhouettes, so feel free to show off your balanced curves with the accent at the waist to compliment your figure. Kim Cattrell (Samantha from Sex and the City) is the perfect celebrity fashion role model for the narrow body shape.