Fashion do's and don'ts for curvy women

Are you overweight? Is selecting the right outfit a challenge for you? Here is an expert who can guide you through the right wardrobe.
With the help of style editors of Navabi, a designer fashion brand which offers sizes 14 to 30, one can find out the "Do's and Don'ts" while dressing up:
Do:
* Soft fabrics such as jersey, cotton, flannel or cashmere
* Figure-hugging shirts and blouses
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* Narrow V-necklines
* Low-cut and single-breasted jackets
* Straight-cut, wide trousers
* Pencil skirts with a high waistline
* Shift dresses and dresses with an asymmetric cut
* Don't:
* Shiny fabrics such as satin, as well as thick materials such as velvet
* Double-breasted jackets and coats
* Playful details such as ruffles or flounces in the bust area
* Skinny jeans
* Horizontal Stripes and halter neck tops
* Empire styleSpecial tip for accessories
* Loosely draped scarves can skilfully conceal a large chest.
*But be careful with accessories like brooches and short necklaces - they can make an ample bosom look even bigger.
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First Published: Oct 27 2014 | 5:40 PM IST
