Identify your vertical body type

You have a perfect vertical body type! You are lucky! Your vertical body type is well balanced and have the same length. This means most clothes will fit you without having to see the tailor to nip in/let out darts etc. Even when you gain weight you will still have a perfect vertical body type.

For this body type a major goal is to create vertical balance between her upper and lower torso. This means to create the illusion of longer legs. High heels or wedge heels are great options to balance this vertical body type. Skirts and dresses are your best friend as they hide where your legs begin. More on wearing knit dresses and sheath dresses as well as in general dresses as instant outfits. When you prefer pants over skirts and dresses, see this pants truth facts for your best trouser style.

Your dressing goal is to visually lengthen your upper body with long jackets, blazers, cardigans, sweaters, blouses, tunics or vests. V-necks, long pendant necklaces, drop-waist dresses, low slung belts or small belts are helpful to balance your vertical body type. You can find more on how to best accesorize with belts for your body shape at the link. Also see this guide on how to balance a short torso. Check this pants truth facts for your best trouser style.

The good news is your legs and torso are balanced. Your uppermost and lower most quadrant are longer than your mid-section. Commonly, people call this body type This vertical body type is also known as "short-waisted." Your dressing goal is to avoid drawing attention to your bust and hips. YGo for moderate jacket lengths, and stay away from cropped or tunic styles, raised waists or low rise. Go for a natural waistline. You can read more on how to dress when you are short-waisted at the link.