5 Must Know Dressing Rules for the Short Hourglass Body Shape

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  • Опубліковано 27 вер 2024
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    If you are a short hourglass body type, this is how to dress and what to avoid!
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 109

  • @JillianLareID
    @JillianLareID 9 місяців тому +202

    Hi Chi, I love your content but I do find the recommendation to wear heels frustrating. It’s not always practical and the comparison of the outfit with sneakers vs heels isn’t a true comparison. Of course I’d love to wear heels all the time but life necessitates sneakers or low heels in all seasons. I’d love to see a follow up to this video with some recommendations for how to look good as a petite hourglass with casual or low heeled shoes because that is the real challenge. Thank you!! ❤

    • @xeycisme
      @xeycisme 9 місяців тому +39

      Agreed 100%, I have foot issues and can't wear heels. I need wide shoes and typically zero drop as a result. Heels would leave me in pain for weeks!

    • @jessabeauty917
      @jessabeauty917 9 місяців тому +17

      Keep in mind this is a best option suggestion she’s giving. If it doesn’t work for you all the time use it when it does. Mules are an in between. They show more heel and are less bulky but are still flat.

    • @JillianLareID
      @JillianLareID 9 місяців тому +24

      @@jessabeauty917 absolutely! Just saying that the heel thing makes sense but I’d love to see advice on how to look good without heels or dressy shoes. Like how do petite hourglass women look good in sneakers?

    • @Patriotgrl01
      @Patriotgrl01 9 місяців тому +4

      I agree as well. Heels have their time and place. I am not petite as I’m 5’5, but I am an hourglass shape. Do these rules apply to those of us not of petite size?

    • @TriviRocks
      @TriviRocks 9 місяців тому +10

      She's already uploaded a video about shoes, if I remember well. Look for it and you will get good advice

  • @paulineperry155
    @paulineperry155 9 місяців тому +26

    Another thing to keep in mind (from a very curvy hourglass Petit girl). Be careful with the low neckline because your torso can look very short. If you are using very low neckline don't pair it with a high rise, look for a mid rise to add that length you are taking away from the upper part. If you want to wear a high rise wear a higher neckline, it doesn't have to be a turtle neck but keep the proportion in mind. I've also noticed you can add that visual leingh in the torso with another layer like a vest or jacket that have the same color of the bottom to continue the visual line, that way you can keep the lower neckline and the high rise.

    • @RosewoodInBlack
      @RosewoodInBlack 9 місяців тому +5

      This is genius!! And explains why some of my outfits do not work…

    • @veronxska
      @veronxska 8 місяців тому +2

      This is a legit tip 👍

  • @angf9471
    @angf9471 8 місяців тому +7

    Thank you for this 😊 please continue to include curvy content in your videos, it's much appreciated and helpful x

  • @ter17nicfab99
    @ter17nicfab99 9 місяців тому +13

    I agree with everything in this video even the heels! However i too find myself in the situation that being heavier than i once was and in my mid 50s I'm starting to find the pointed toe heels so uncomfortable. Lately the only heel i can walk in with a bit of height is the block heel.

    • @MsLouisVee
      @MsLouisVee 8 місяців тому

      Beauty is pain. Face it.

  • @karenmullins4396
    @karenmullins4396 9 місяців тому +3

    Finally I understand why regular petite clothes do not always work for me. This is my roadmap to better look for my hour glass figure. Thank you Chi!!!

  • @sandykoca776
    @sandykoca776 4 місяці тому +22

    I’m a 5’4” hourglass, but I’m a size 14-16. I have a belly I’d like to hide, but hourglass shapes are encouraged to highlight their waist. No bodycon dresses for me! I’d love a video for plus size and petite hourglass girls. It’s a struggle, and no one is telling us how to handle these challenges!
    Help us, Chi. You’re our only hope!

    • @ChronicChristy
      @ChronicChristy 3 місяці тому

      I’d love this too!! I have the same shape @Sandykoca776!! I prefer to have a v-neck & highlight a little cleavage.

  • @femfiore
    @femfiore 7 місяців тому +7

    1- don’t cover your chest, don’t wear turtleneck ( expose your collarbone, v neckline, square neckline )
    2- dresses that highlight your curves
    3- don’t dress wide, you will look shorter and bigger
    4- shorter more than fitted crop tops
    5- jeans for your wide hips and smaller waist
    6- wear heels : to look longer and slimmer

  • @Mercy_Grace_1
    @Mercy_Grace_1 3 місяці тому

    Hi Chi. Just wanted to say that I love this video. I’ve watched lots of videos for dressing the hourglass shape and this is by far the best one. Keep up such an amazing job!

  • @BriennealexandraMcKenzie-bn4cl
    @BriennealexandraMcKenzie-bn4cl 9 місяців тому +3

    Thank you for doing this special for us curvy girls ❤️

  • @leghornlife
    @leghornlife 9 місяців тому +4

    Love these tips! I do love heels and find they are the go to that looks right with most things. My problem is people always commenting on how weird it is that I wear heels! Does anyone else get this? I only wear ones that are comfy for me, by the way.

    • @Donna.Walmsley101
      @Donna.Walmsley101 8 місяців тому +1

      Always get that comment - always have too… very annoying! 🧚🏻‍♀️❤️🐝

    • @MsLouisVee
      @MsLouisVee 8 місяців тому +6

      Yes, I get that all the time but you have to remember it’s because you’re looking smashingly, sexy and beautiful in your heels. I just chalk it up to jealousy. pure and simple. Some other women don’t like you looking good so don’t let those comments know bother you.😊it’s called sniping or passive aggressive behavior

    • @Donna.Walmsley101
      @Donna.Walmsley101 8 місяців тому +2

      @@MsLouisVee my thoughts exactly! Lol!
      Thank you for your kind support and wish you a great 2024! 🧚‍♀️❤️🐝

  • @TraceyStebbins
    @TraceyStebbins 8 місяців тому +4

    What if I cannot wear heels anymore due to foot issues?

  • @Annie-zs8ky
    @Annie-zs8ky 8 місяців тому +1

    Hi Chi , can you consider to make a how to style a knit fitted sweater dress please ?????

  • @helenhabel1773
    @helenhabel1773 7 місяців тому +1

    Great video…I would love for you to do a video for more mature curvy women…. Trying to dress more classy with much larger bust on a 5’2 frame seems impossible.

  • @Anne7_
    @Anne7_ 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for this wonderful video Chi!❤️ I’m a neat/bottom hourglass with measurements: shoulders-bust-waist-hips 37-33-25-37, I’m 5’3”. Wearing jeans could be a challenge, they’ll be baggy on my & tight on my hips, one day I wore skinny jeans with sneakers and I ended up looking hideous! High-rise/mid-rise Bootcut, wide leg, palazzo pants are best for me. For dresses I like bodycon, mermaid, circle, wrap dresses, and sometimes wearing them with belts. For tops I like peplums, adjustable tie-waist tops, waistcoats & blazers (sometimes pairing them with flared midi skirt), halter neck is fine as long as the cut isn’t too steep/not too revealing otherwise it’ll accentuate my shoulders even more. Balloon, puff, cap sleeves are definitely a big no for me. Angel sleeve is fine as long as not too frilly. Not a fan of padded tops/dresses. As for the shoes/sandals, I like wearing 3-7 cm block or platform heels

  • @LamRsch
    @LamRsch 6 місяців тому +1

    Please share more styling examples for hourglass petites

  • @chamekasmall4119
    @chamekasmall4119 6 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much! I'm just now learning how to style my body shape.

  • @steffany6272
    @steffany6272 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for the video! raduire du texte avec votre appareil photo
    I got a lot thanks to you, thank you! I was more successful for spring summer because I find it easier with lighter materials. I would have liked an inspiration video on fall winter outfits because that's when I find it more difficult for us not to look like a snowman...😢 ❤️❤️

  • @AnnieFairfoul
    @AnnieFairfoul 3 місяці тому

    Totally! I'm an hourglass but my 20s are decades behind me. I worked out what to wear for my figure long ago and Chi's right on the money but I can't agree with her on the tall heels for me anymore. You can pose in them at my age but you can't live in them. I'd love to hear other suggestions. BTW - having read more comments I'd like to ask, does Chi ever respond?

  • @LamRsch
    @LamRsch 6 місяців тому +1

    Lifesaver for petite hourglasses like us❤

  • @josegrech_
    @josegrech_ 4 місяці тому

    This is the actually endgame! Thanks for sharing this!

  • @Annie-zs8ky
    @Annie-zs8ky 8 місяців тому +1

    Love your videos! Can you consider to make how to style a petite pear shape body ?

  • @monicacampbell9312
    @monicacampbell9312 6 місяців тому +1

    Hi Chi! Do you have any tips for a petite (I’m 5’1), hour-glass, SMALL chested (I’m 34B) body? Pants cause me the most heartache, a close second is skirts.

  • @martaescobar7625
    @martaescobar7625 8 місяців тому +1

    Happy New Year sweetie!

  • @YoungLakesMischa
    @YoungLakesMischa 9 місяців тому +1

    I love this one. Thank you.

  • @louiselittle3473
    @louiselittle3473 9 місяців тому +1

    Do you have advice about buying clothes on line? Because of my hard to fit curvy petite frame (5 ft 1, 38D), I am hesitant to shop on line. I would love to see a video about that,

  • @soozb15
    @soozb15 5 місяців тому +2

    here's a challenge for you: the 60+ woman, petite hourglass with a crepy neck/bust and problem feet! I've given up, and become a hermit.

  • @PozdrawiamMame
    @PozdrawiamMame 8 місяців тому

    Wendy is GORGEOUS!

  • @serettabryden108
    @serettabryden108 8 місяців тому +2

    What can hide my tummy and big calf legs 🦵

  • @PixieBrunerPoet
    @PixieBrunerPoet 9 місяців тому +1

    What about us who cannot wear heels ever or chose not to wear shoes for fashion and/or have health reasons for flats?

  • @Benice337
    @Benice337 9 місяців тому +2

    Ugh I just got a few pairs of platform sneakers…they are sooo comfy. I really cannot wear high heels anymore. I waisted money again 😢. I’ll continue wearing them however

  • @micuchua70
    @micuchua70 8 місяців тому

    Thank you. You helped me a lot with this video. ❤

  • @hermit333oo
    @hermit333oo 9 місяців тому

    Thank you for this video ☺️🌷

  • @BB-pw8ko
    @BB-pw8ko 6 місяців тому +3

    But I hate wearing heels 😢 they kill me

  • @georgielynn4187
    @georgielynn4187 9 місяців тому

    I love your new website on Petite Dressing! Chi, I love your new models and range but I still like to see the clothes on you as somehow everything seems to look just right on your shape

  • @tadewo
    @tadewo 9 місяців тому

    Chi, you do a great job! Your Channel is the one I learned most from. But I have a question: I am a short hourglass - my height is 164cm. Will the clothes of your Clothing line fit me? I live in Germany and I ˋ m a bit afraid of the costs for sending it back if it doesnˋt fit.

  • @JuliaW888
    @JuliaW888 9 місяців тому

    yay! Thank you for this video this is so me!

  • @fairymystonight1783
    @fairymystonight1783 9 місяців тому +2

    Can you pls do short inverted triangle video

  • @YouSirAnNoun
    @YouSirAnNoun 8 місяців тому

    Hi Chi! I love your content! Can you please also give advice on how to wear balloon jeans for petites? Im 5'1'' and the balloon jeans end lower than my ankles. Can I still wear them? Thank you!

  • @moxiechacha1146
    @moxiechacha1146 8 місяців тому +3

    Salma Hayek has curves and dresses for her shape.

  • @taessmile8502
    @taessmile8502 7 місяців тому

    What is bottom hourglass body?? I'm having it i calculated it online but I'm not sure what it is

  • @bookwormbon482
    @bookwormbon482 9 місяців тому

    Fantastic video

  • @mariejhomortega9873
    @mariejhomortega9873 8 місяців тому

    I guess bulky shoes or sneakers is not good to skinny jeans , I’m pairing it to straight cut jeans or a wide jeans sometimes skirts too .

  • @evelinmattingly6230
    @evelinmattingly6230 4 місяці тому

    Oh no! So what could I do with my expensive chunky tennis shoes? 😢😵‍💫😭😭😭

  • @_sofya_a
    @_sofya_a 5 місяців тому

    dear girls of any height. Heels are HARMFUL for your feet and spine! Do NOT wear heels on a daily basis or avoid them altogether if you ONLY want to wear them because of your height. You are ALL beautiful, of any width and height. remember this!!!

  • @Manalcabdi1
    @Manalcabdi1 6 місяців тому

    Please standard

  • @ivanafloyde2948
    @ivanafloyde2948 3 місяці тому

    pointy kitten heels

  • @lydn2222
    @lydn2222 8 місяців тому

    How about hijabi sisters????

  • @maryshannon4444
    @maryshannon4444 8 місяців тому +1

    Yep, I look quite like her size wise, boobs a bit bigger though. Wear v necks alot. Yes.

  • @celinetremblay2711
    @celinetremblay2711 8 місяців тому

  • @louiselittle3473
    @louiselittle3473 9 місяців тому +34

    Thank you for this video for short hourglass body type. It is hard to know what to wear AND there is not good content for this body type. Keep these videos coming! Your content is so professional and I appreciate that you are a clothing designer.

  • @kjazzy88
    @kjazzy88 4 місяці тому +2

    What if I’m petite and hourglass but have small breasts?

  • @laurels52
    @laurels52 9 місяців тому +24

    Great video. I can’t wear high heels for long now. My best tricks are lower slim heels, shoes that match pants (blue sneakers with blue jeans) or nude shoes. More comfy shoe tips seems to be a common request- hope to see more on this soon!

  • @MsBuffalopoo
    @MsBuffalopoo 9 місяців тому +11

    Thank you and Happy New Year! Can you create a video featuring skirts & dresses for those of us who will never wear heels or sandals. I live in an urban area, lots of stairs, always on foot, crowded subways. Function first in footwear.

  • @bookwormbon482
    @bookwormbon482 9 місяців тому +7

    Please could you recommend any flat shoes for this body type? Especially ones that can be worn in winter without being very cold

    • @pbn87
      @pbn87 2 місяці тому +1

      Whatever shows the most amount of your foot - mules, pointed toes, cutouts on the side!

  • @aniani198
    @aniani198 8 місяців тому +5

    Love you Chi!❤️ Thank you so so much for this video! I finally know, why not all of my clothes look good on me. I am 5'3 or around and my chest is "visible" so to speak 😂. On the other hand, climate I live in is cold during fall/winter and turtleneck is a must sometimes. I also have at least 3 of the more "bulky" shirts. I think I will tell them bye soon.

  • @lhynecreate3949
    @lhynecreate3949 9 місяців тому +3

    Hi mam im your new subscriber. Im petite 4'9" and im having trouble in fashion dress. Im just a simple lady who always dress with t-shirts, pants shorts, and slippers or rubber shoes. Lately i choose to wear blouses and find myslef trying to wear fashion clothes. I have difficulty in choosing what to wear since im not good in wearing fashion clothing. But now i found you im learning more and more. Btw, im petite neat hourglass, neat bcoz im not full chested. Im not slim though and brown color. I just have one blue high heel and pants, i have my blouses given to me bcoz i don't buy clothes coz im confused what will fit to me😁 but yeah, i need to learn more about fashion clothes from you😊😊😊

  • @elizabeththompson3534
    @elizabeththompson3534 9 місяців тому +3

    Thank you, Chi. I'm petite and hourglass. I love your excellent videos. Thanks. 👍😁😘

  • @stardreamer.0
    @stardreamer.0 8 місяців тому +2

    I love this content, this is exactly what I needet.
    It tells me that I'm doing everything right, but at the same time I don't know what shoes to wear now bc "sport shoes" are all I have.
    I'm not allowed to wear heels bc of medical reasons so is there a different option what shoes to wear ?

  • @renepena3024
    @renepena3024 9 місяців тому +3

    Your examples have really helped me. Thank you and happy New Year!

  • @Allesea159
    @Allesea159 9 місяців тому +3

    Please do one for the pear as well!

  • @regiigu960
    @regiigu960 9 місяців тому +2

    Hi chi, i wonder if you have tips with a body type like mine.. While i do have curvy side profile 36.5in bust and 37in hips but my front profile seemed to lean more on the rectangle side than hourglass because i seem to have a small waist definition(29.5 in), though my thighs down my knees has a shape because i have a thick thighs but waist until hips seems rectangular to me, its weird, that is why i kind of on the fence wearing bodycon dress. Most of the time its been hard for me finding clothes that fits me the best other than a peplum top or a-line dresses but my usual lifestyle is a casual setting so its tough finding a best fitting casual clothes. I love fashion and i also want to try other things.I dont know if many can relate to me too

    • @YumeraChauque
      @YumeraChauque 8 місяців тому

      I sugest you to google the channel dear peachie " bsti " they have a video explaining about body types is like the 5 body type,but more evolueted . They talk about front view: shoulders,waist,hips: and the side view:bust ,belly,legs .
      Its very helpfull and I thing it can explain why you feel weird for not have a body that fit in the 5 categories!

  • @maryjanewesterlund9958
    @maryjanewesterlund9958 8 місяців тому +2

    You are so good at this - and you help me a lot!! Thank you!!

  • @zazamafra2145
    @zazamafra2145 9 місяців тому +2

    Happy New Year, Li ❤

  • @anitaoconnell2799
    @anitaoconnell2799 9 місяців тому +4

    This is my body type! 5'1 34DD. I, too, look to Salma Hayek for ideas. She always defines the area between the bottom bust and top rib cage. She also shows a lot of skin, like you point out!
    It's important for us especially to keep our weight optimal. I am coming down from being 25 pounds over weight and nothing I mean nothing looked good. Just 10 more to go, and things are going much better!

  • @mietm12
    @mietm12 7 місяців тому +1

    Omg!! Finally I’m learning!! This was extremely helpful ❤

  • @GinaB-LV
    @GinaB-LV 8 місяців тому +8

    Thank you Chi for this video! I have learned so much from watching you. I am 5 ft. 2 inches and have an hourglass figure. I am older (63) than most of your models, but I do follow your style tips for this body type. Your tips have made shopping much easier for me since I know exactly what to look for and what not to look for. I agree about looking for shoes that elongate my frame. I don’t wear heels every day, but I have found shoes with a lower heel and a slimmer toe that works well for my casual days. I like to look pulled together, even on casual days. Thanks again and please keep posting!

  • @suravijoshi758
    @suravijoshi758 8 місяців тому +1

    Very useful content! Thank you!

  • @ching6ay
    @ching6ay 3 місяці тому

    What kind of sneakers can we wear? :)

  • @MademoiselleOttchen
    @MademoiselleOttchen 9 місяців тому +1

    This was very helpful. Thank you.

  • @Screaming3moluv
    @Screaming3moluv 23 дні тому

    Love thiiis🎉🎉

  • @tinar1142
    @tinar1142 7 місяців тому

    I looked at your store but what is 24, 25, etc? I wear like size 5. Are those numbers waist measurement or something?

  • @aionaianei654
    @aionaianei654 8 місяців тому

    What shoes are suitable for winter weather in a city with hills?

  • @Zusie
    @Zusie 9 місяців тому

    Where is the blue shirt dress from?

  • @comkver
    @comkver 9 місяців тому

    Chi, another great video!

  • @yremereeves9308
    @yremereeves9308 9 місяців тому

    👍❤️

  • @susanking9733
    @susanking9733 9 місяців тому

    thank you!!!!!

  • @alphafe1621
    @alphafe1621 9 місяців тому

    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️😍🙏🏻🙏🏻👍

  • @joannecava2418
    @joannecava2418 8 місяців тому

    Thanks Chi! I am between hourglass and pear shaped (my thighs are my heaviest part of me - waist and upper body are slim)…..I need help with this type = 4’11” 115 lbs.

    • @YumeraChauque
      @YumeraChauque 8 місяців тому +1

      You could watch a channel called dear peachie they have a video about body type ( they talk the frontal view: shoulders,waist,hips; side view: bust,belly,legs) and talk about on how to have a slim and tall figure! Its very interesting 😉

    • @YumeraChauque
      @YumeraChauque 8 місяців тому

      You could watch a channel called dear peachie they have a video about body type ( they talk the frontal view: shoulders,waist,hips; side view: bust,belly,legs) and talk about on how to have a slim and tall figure! Its very interesting 😉

  • @tamarasanders7807
    @tamarasanders7807 9 місяців тому +2

    I am not able to wear heels or narrow shoes. What do you suggest?

    • @moonchild650
      @moonchild650 8 місяців тому

      Wear shoes that are the same color (or almost the same: black shoes with dark navy pants, for example, or cream colored shoes with white pants) as the pants you're wearing or shoes that are almost the same color as your skin tone.