Demystifying Waistlines

The Different Types of Waistlines

Whenshopping for that perfect dress for a special occasion, knowing whatthe different types of waistlines are, and which one would look bestfor your body type, can be confusing. Waistlines are used to helpcreate a certain silhouette, usually an hourglass, by accenting thewearer's good features (narrow waist, full chest) and detracting fromflaws (wide hips, no waist). While fancy materials and trims, beadwork,or even elaborate.
stitchingcan make it seem as if there are dozens of waistlines, there are onlyfive basic types that most dresses fall into. Listed below are the fivetypes of waistlines, who would look best in them and who should avoidthem.
      1. Natural Waistline.
Thenarrowest part of the body between the ribs and the hips is where thenatural waist hits. A Natural Waistline creates balance. This waistlineis great for those who have a natural hourglass figure. Those who areapple-shaped (the waist is wider than the hips) should avoid thiswaistline; it will only serve to accent the thickness of the waist.
      2. Dropped Waistline.
This waistline falls three to five inches below the Natural Waistline,stopping at the hips. This waistline is perfect for full-figured,short-waisted, or wide-hipped women. Dropping the waist down pulls inthe hips and elongates the waist. Because it creates the illusion of anhour-glass figure, it also works very well for a very slim figure.Those who are long-waisted may want to avoid this waistline. It has atendency to elongate the waist even more, making the body appeardisproportionately longer than the legs.
      3. Basque Waistline.
The sides start at the Natural Waistline and drops down to a "V" in thefront about two to three inches below the Natural Waistline. The BasqueWaistline is usually very fitted. This is the most flattering of allWaistlines on most figures. It gives the impression of height andslenderness by reducing the width of the waist and hips and elongatingthe torso. It does have a tendency to draw attention to the lowerbelly, so those who are still puffy in front even after control toppantyhose may want to avoid this waistline. Also, those with squarefigures (even hip-to-waist ratio) may find that this waistline makesthem look even more square.
      4. Empire or Raised Waistline.
A Raised Waistline is one to three inches above the Natural Waistline.The Empire Waistline is three to five inches above the NaturalWaistline, starting as high as just under the bust. This waistlineworks well for full figures, wide hips, thick waist or belly, and evenpregnancy by allowing the skirt to camouflage lower body flaws. Itgives the illusion of added height, so it looks great on anyone who isshort. It also helps those who are flat-chested appear fuller. On theflip side, those who have a large chest may want to avoid thiswaistline because of its natural tendency to draw the eyes up to thebust.
      5. Asymmetrical Waistline.
Thiswaistline either starts on one side at a Raised or Empire Waistline andfalls to a Natural Waistline on the other side, or starts on one sideat a Natural Waistline and falls to the other side down to a DroppedWaistline. Creates a wonderful slimming effect for full-figured orthick-waisted women. Those who are short should avoid this waistline;the long waist makes the rest of the body appear shorter .

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