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(i) Do not wear a V-neckline; this draws Male body figure types
the eye away from the shoulders There are several types of male body
towards the bust line. However, be shapes and the common ones are five
aware of plunging necklines if you have that define different physical figures.
larger bust. Also, avoid boat necks. These include oval, triangle, rectangle,

(ii) Cropped tops and jackets are other inverted triangle and trapezoid body
clothes which are not advised for shape as shown in Figure 9.10.
an inverted triangle body shapes.

(iii) Never wear big earrings or necklace as
they draw attention to the shoulders.
Instead, keep all large jewelleries
to the lower half. Large, chunky
bangles and bracelets draw attention
to slim hips. Carry a large clutch bag.

(iv) Do not wear anything with a high
neck; it does not flatter your shape but Figure 9.10: The common types of male
instead it creates a dreaded boxy look. body shape.
(v) Shoulder pads or puff sleeves are the Dressing solution for male body types:
major fashion mistakes for someone As for female figure types, each male figure
with an inverted triangle shape. type has its own characteristics, which

Refer Figure 9.9 showing the are used as a guideline in constructing a
recommended best dresses for inverted suitable garment. The following are the
triangle body shapes. characteristics and recommended dressing
techniques for common male figure types:

(a) Male oval (apple - cone) body shape

The oval body shape is the most common
male body shapes. An oval shaped man
has a rounder appearance that carries
additional weight to his upper body and
tend to become cylindrical. The following
are some characteristics for a male oval
body shape:

(i) Large upper arms
(ii) Rounded stomach

(iii) Slimmer legs in comparison with the
Figure 9.9: Best dresses for inverted triangle upper half
body shapes

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