FYI: 🥰I'm very aware that the blue skirt featured is currently a little on the snug side, this is because I'm carrying a little extra curve than I usually like to - I blame my love of chocolate for this 🤦♀🤣🤣 but I've kept it in the video as I'm all for transparency and keeping it real with you all xx
@@allabouttheoutfit I thought it looked great - and that outfit looked good on you both, too! I like the overall balance of outfits which emphasise curvy hips though. I often have to buy jeans from curve ranges because I have a 12 inch difference between my hips and waist. When I was younger, I hated being curvy and thought there was something wrong with me. That was in the 90s, and curvy figures were underrepresented back then. I met my best friend in my 20s and her figure is very like yours. I think she’s gorgeous and that helped me see that hips are beautiful features and not something to be ‘played down’. These days, I’m most comfy in skinny jeans. I feel positive about my hips as long as I can get clothes to fit properly, so they aren’t bagging on the waist. I think it’s sad some women still feel they have to disguise beautiful hips!
It's fascinating that both silhouettes look good on "pear" shaped figures even if the individual might not feel at home in the outfit. The psychology of style is really well illustrated in this video.
I think this shows how a larger bust really needs a lower neck line, especially when balanced with a longer body length. It also balances out the wider skirts.
I agree with you! Struggling to see how these two ladies are the same shape as one has a larger bust than the other. I would say the fairer lady is pear shaped and the dark one hourglass. As I aged, and with hormone changes, I went from pear to hourglass and developed a bust, but stayed the same waist and hip size, the waist being two dress sizes smaller. So, this meant changing clothing style from those knitted dresses and simple lines to lower necklines and more attention on bust and hips as well as waist, as they became more equal in size. All a question of balance really!
I was hourglass but after menopause, I have lost some bust, and some butt! and have changed shape! Now I'm not sure what I am, as I have broad shoulders, maybe inverted triangle!@@trishagoodwin4069
I'd be interested to see how the swapped outfits look with swapped hairstyles as well. Despite the fact that you're both "pear" shaped you're very clearly on the opposite ends of the Yin/Yang spectrum in terms of Kibbe. I'm not an expert but I'd guess Dramatic and Romantic, respectively. But I think each of your hairstyles is making the swap even more jarring. A Dramatic with long straight hair wearing a Romantic dress (and a Romantic with wavy, pinned up hair wearing a Dramatic outfit) is heavily contributing to the lack of harmony in the swapped outfits. You very clearly know how to dress and style for your specific types!
😂 Thank you for sharing your wonderful new friendship and teaching me that it’s ok for me to think “it’s pretty on someone else” is not saying anything bad about myself
You're so welcome and yes, it's absolutely ok to think 'that looks great on them, but it's not for me', that's what make styling so interesting as we're all so different :)
I think it makes a difference that your coloring is more muted, and your friend has higher contrast in her features. Her outfits on you overwhelm you, while yours on her are dull.
You both look fabulous in your own AND one another’s clothes. Just reminds me that a lot of my beliefs about what looks good/does not look good on me is probably in my imagination 🇨🇦
It's so interesting that you both look so awkward in each other's clothes. When my boys were babies, we started dressing them in suits for church. A few years later, we moved from the city to the country and the kids were very harassed for dressing up when their friends wore shorts, jeans and flannel with holes. As adults, my boys look really sharp dressed up or down because they are confident either way. If we're not comfortable and confident with ourselves and our style, it shows.
Personal style aside, it is striking how even small differences in proportion (shoulder width, torso to leg proportion, bust height, arm length) makes such a dramatic difference in how a garment sits on the body and consequently on how it suits each person.
This video showed me that sometimes what felt like just personal style was maybe also influenced by body proportion. The channels owner felt more comfortable in the green floral dress which did have a smaller print - but also had a higher waist that actually sat at her natural waist whereas the other dresses had waists that began too low for her. She also had longer legs which would definitely contribute to feeling more comfortable in trousers and jeans. I also have the same colours and the same pear shape but being shorter legged, once I started dresssing more for my proportions I was attracted more to dresses than trousers. In fact I dress pretty much exactly like the second woman. Of course It’s not that you can’t dress outside your colours/proportions etc but it takes a lot more thinking with every outfit.
And it's always fun to play around with new styles, shapes and colours ❤️ I definitely wear a mix between trousers, skirts and dresses for this reason, I like to mix it up so that I'm excited by what I'm wearing 😊
What a fun video and experiment! You both looked great in all the looks but the varying comfort levels were very telling. It's the second outfit swap that made me go "Oh, look! Playing dress up for adults!" And that's not that far off. As kids we play dress up to experiment with who we are. Maybe as adults we need to play dress up every now and then to make sure what we wear expresses who we know ourselves to be.
Yes exactly that😍 it's how we discover our style personality and likes / dislikes..... Even as I've watched this video back I can see that bold colours are my preferred choice and maybe a little more pattern may well creep into my wardrobe soon - definitely a worth while experiment ❤️
Joy sent me to this particular vlog, but I have seen a previous collaboration with you two on Sian’s channel. I so enjoyed your videos. Confidence really impacts style! ❤
Great video Nicola and Sian. You both really know how to dress to look your best. Sian, I think Nicola’s jeans look really good on you, as does her blazer and coat.
Fascinating to see this. I think both of you looked good in most outfits, but Sian very much suits v or lower necklines. As a long tine watcher of Sian's channel I was surprised by how well most of the bottoms looked on her as she is so self-conscious about this area. But overall it's a perfect illustration of the importance of wearing what makes you feel most like yourself, and that there is no simple right or wrong approach to style.
So glad you enjoyed this video ❤️ and you're absolutely right, style is such a personal thing and was the whole point of the video to show that there's no right or wrong, it's purely about dressing for you and only you ❤️❤️❤️
This was fun and educational. I also noted that the two of you also consistently chose different neck lines. That in its self can make a huge difference as have learned personally.
Great spot, well done! I tend to go for a higher neckline (most of the time) as I have a smaller bust and this creates the illusion of a curvier bust line, helping to balance out my hips a little more ❤ Sian already has this balance in her overall shape ❤
@@allabouttheoutfitanother way of thinking about this is that you are balancing VERTICAL proportions (rather than horizontal ones). If you have a proportionally shorter torso, wearing a higher neckline helps to create more balance in the vertical plane. Wearing a low cut neckline can lead to visual shortening of an already ‘short’ upper body and appears less balanced. Similarly, if you have a longer torso, bringing the neckline lower helps to shorten the torso visually, bringing more balance overall. I have a proportionally short upper body and realised higher necklines tend to be flattering for me for this reason. I think people tend to underestimate how important visual manipulation of vertical proportions is to personal style because all the well known approaches focus on horizontal proportions. I think to really unpick what’s going on with proportions, you need to factor in the impact of vertical proportions. I also think shoulder to hip proportions are important (and often overlooked) because they influence overall balance in relation to both the bust and hips. I think the things we are drawn to are often an unconscious attempt to bring visual harmony between all these elements. You are similar in some key measurements, but garments are flowing differently on the upper torso because in one case the shoulders are the feature balancing the hips, and in the other the bust is the most prominent feature. Anyone who becomes more busty with age learns how this changes how clothes fit. Essentially, more waist definition becomes helpful because clothes are less likely to flow from the shoulders in a way that creates visual balance, and instead ‘hang’ outwards from the bust instead. The biggest caveat of all this I’d say, is that ‘visual balance’ is subjective. What is pleasing and ‘balanced’ to my eye is not necessarily the same for another person. And some people actively enjoy playing with and distorting naturalistic proportions. I think the key thing is to dress in a way that creates proportions that make you feel most comfortable and confident. That’s going to vary compared to other people because their bodies are different AND their preferences for visual proportions are likely different too.
This was SUCH fun... and so telling that 'personality really does count. One of the things I dread when shopping for new clothes is the opinion of others. When you're told 'that looks great on you' and you have to say repeatedly 'thank you but it's NOT me!' Thank you for sharing.
Here from Sian’s channel. This was such a good idea, I love seeing how personal style is so important. I’ve had a nosy at your other videos and totally love everything you do. You both looking amazing in your own clothes xx
Great video and great really interesting to see how you both reacted to being so far out of your comfort zone. Despite your discomfort, each of you looked great; just goes to show how much our own preferences play into style and feeling confident. Loved watching you both laughing!
All of Sians clothes look fabulous on you. You should look into incorporating some of her shilouttes into your wardrobe but maybe in plain colours. But lovely video ladies👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
I thoroughly enjoyed that and laughed with you. It has really made me think about what I wear and also what I used to wear. I have really wide hips and tend to wear trousers with tunic type tops. I have made a few dresses and skirts but don't really feel comfortable. I do not like them skimming my hips, but if too full, I always say I look like an elephant on stilts because the lower part of my legs are not very chunky. But I get most compliments when I wear things that skim rather than hide. More thought needed I think
It's all about finding that shape / style which makes you feel most confident isn't it 🥰 definitely worth having a play around and trying on other styles which are out of your comfort zone to see how you feel in them ❤️
This is amazing! And such an important point, cuz we are thought that if you just dress “correctly” for your body shape and colours you will look good and feel good but it’s so much more than that! 🙌💖
What a fun experiment! It once again reminds me how things like fashion and colour can impact one's mood and perceptions. After taking some time to figure out which silhouettes I enjoy wearing and which colours look good for my skin tone, I find that dressing myself has become faster and more fun. Figuring out my personal style has been a great mood enhancer. I move differently in the world when I select the things that make me feel wonderful inside. I think that your experiment showed this brilliantly. Also, this will hopefully encourage me to stop acquiring things that look good on other people instead of what looks on me. I should just focus on being myself! P. S. I think that you look great in your blue skirt! No disclaimer needed!
I just found you, and this is the first video I watched. This was great! It just goes to show you that you need to know your own style! You can watch all the influencers you want but if their style isn't like yours you will just be frustrated with the clothes! I loved this video! I will be checking out more of your videos!
Great video!! I also agree that fruit shapes or geometric shapes are ridiculous. One can simply say my hips are a bit wider than shoulders, and everybody will understand.
Both of you are so brave and HILARIOUS!!! Each of your styles definitely suit you. But I also love all of Sian's outfits on you too. But then again I feel like Sian's style is my style too. Sorry Sian....you're definitely not a neutral, monochrome gal. You RAWK the prints!
Whoa, that coat is gorgeous! Siân's dresses are amazing. They completely suit her whole style, but do look great for both of your shapes. (I definitely lean more towards solids than prints though, too.) This looks too fun!!
Interesting that Nicola looks fabulous in all of Sian’s clothes and should consider branching out. Sian looked great in the white crochet dress and the beige coat was nice but maybe only when wearing pants or a pencil skirt. The fails were the pink dress (dowdy & ill fitting) and pant outfit (might be better with slacks vs jeans.). Sian of course looked fabulous in all of her own clothes.
Ah, and not sure if you are aware of Kibbie body types and Kitchner essences and if you care of this at all, but you and your friend have totally different bone structure and face type, despite having similar measurements, which is part of the reason (personality notwithstanding) why you look so different in the same style of clothes. You have a lot more yang in you, and your friend is a lot more yin.
Aw thank you so much, I'm all about the way we feel in our clothes as everyone will always have 'their opinion' on what you wear BUT the ONLY thing that matters is; Do you feel good in it, do you like it? If the answer is yes, then wear it and rock your look with confidence xx
I think the clothes look good on both of you when you swap it but it is visible how the level of comfort and confidence changes. It is also a very different style from I am used to see Sian wearing and for that reason only in my brain it seems odd. What an interesting exercise, swapping wardrobes with someone else 🙂
This video was fun and did make me reflect a little on things I have been trying to wear in my spring capsule, you know the old find the thing in the back of your closet and style it. I see that same reaction om my face as you both had here. just lack of comfort. My tell is when I randomly see my reflection and have a sinking feeling and wish I were wearing anything else.
It's so important to feel good in what you wear as it really does have an impact your day, definitely worth while having a sort through your wardrobe and keep only what you love to wear ❤️
The difference is in your contrast. Sian's coloring is very high contrast. Nicola's is less, hence the different choices. Sian, I would say to you enjoy it while you can! It's the same contrast i had when I was young and I loved it. Now with gray/white hair, the colors are similar the contrast is not.
This was brilliant fun to watch! 😊 Really got me thinking... I am a similar shape to both of you, although being a lot older I don't expose cleavage or legs any more (my boobs and knees are nobody's business these days!) I've realised I wear elements of both your styles. There are lots of solid colours in my wardrobe, particularly trousers and fitted tops (knitted tees), although there are prints too (woven blouses). Shape-wise I tend more towards the Sian-like fit and flare to accentuate the waist and disguise the hips; so, wide legged trousers, flared skirts, gathered skirts/dresses etc. I'll go floral on my top half, and plain or stripes/plaids below the waist if wearing separates. Although I often flip that too, with plain tanks/tees paired with printed skirts in the summer. Since retiring I've been making more pretty flouncy dresses, because - why not? I don't have many meetings or formal events to attend these days, so I'm rediscovering my feminine side! 😁 Personal style keeps evolving as your lifestyle changes, and that's something to celebrate! 🎉
I love everything you've said there, it's so much fun to trial out new shapes and styles too, you sound like you know exactly what you like and what makes you feel good x
That pink dress is not flattering on either of you, but the red floral is great both of you, all the floral dresses look amazing on both of you. I love both coats too. Style personality is interesting, the other outfits were less attention grabbing but more figure hugging. Even though I am pear shaped I can't imagine dressing like either of you most of the time, plus I am way short waisted.
Yep, Style personality is definitely an interesting topic for sure as we're all so different, you'll never please everyone so there's no point in trying to. Always be authentically you and never let anyone else's opinion hinder your confidence, if you LOVE it, WEAR it 🥰 ❤️(the pink dress will remain as one of my firm favourites 😍😉)
@@theresaanndiaz3179 it's super cozy, 😍 I think that's why I'm so drawn to it 🥰 aw thank you but you raised a good point which is why I mentioned it in my response, not everyone will like how we dress and that's totally ok as we dress for ourselves and how it makes us feel, no offence taken 🥰 x
Bone structure dominant vs flesh dominant. My sis and I are these types as well I have a ton of floral dresses and soft cardigans and she owns a lot of sleek dresses
I’m quite amused seeing the two of you because I’m really close in measurements and colouring to both of you and I wear a mix of your styles 😂 Colour season : warm spring height : 5ft7 Measurements : 40in (bust), 28in (waist), 44in (hips) 😅
Strange isn't it, swapping styles? I loved all of Sians clothes on you, but none of yours on her. Both of you looked best in your own clothes and the most comfortable but very interesting to compare
It was so much to film for sure and definitely proved the point of dressing for yourself, in what you like and what makes you feel good, as then you always show up as your most confident self :)
Absolutely - I LOVE Sian's style too, she always looks flawless in her outfits, they're amazing and very flattering dresses, it was very interesting and fun to try styles which are out of my comfort zone xx
Loved this video. It was really interesting. I relate so much to Nicola shape and style preferences. (When you said I like this dress but i wish it was straighter and gathered it in your hand I thought I was looking at me) I think Sian looked fabulous in those dresses but when I put something like that on, I feel huge and like everyone must be staring at me😂
@@allabouttheoutfit I did appreciate the idea/ lesson in the video too, but seeing you laugh was almost overwhelmingly fun. I've been smiling and laughing the entire video.
I am definitely more floral dresses etc, just because I am far too self conscious to wear anything figure hugging, even though on paper, I am very similar in size and shape to the two of you. Just much, much older 🤣
Aw thank you, it's definitely made us both want to explore a bit more after watching it back. There's a follow up video coming later this year in prep for the A/W season so it will be very interesting to see if either of us have been influenced by the other or not :) xx
Hi I am new to your channel - love it! I tried finding Sian's channel, no go? Please could you send me a link in your reply....I am interested because economy is forcing me back to my sewing machine after many years. Thanks!
You guys don't suit the same colour story, as the one on the right has a high contrast and suits deeper colours. The lady on the left has low contrast and suits light colours, this is why she feels uncomfortable in a bold print. She also has square shoulders which is why she doesn't mind something hugging her hips. The lady on the right has softer shoulders and a bigger bust so the A shaped outfits are more flattering.
The V necks of Charlotte's dresses will also feel more comfortable for her than the crew neckline of the T-shirt as a V or scoop suit bigger bust measurements - as well as the style differences of both ladies.
The green dress on Nicola might work better with an ankle boot. The colour works with her hair in a way the others really needed the scooped raven. Otherwise the riviera segues into tradwife. Weird how two gorgeous women can look frumpy just by switching
@@allabouttheoutfit really shows the power of clothes. Very intrigued now to see you styling different body shapes and personas. If either of you were seen as yourselves passing in the street the assumption would be 'oh she's just blessed, she could wear anything' but this video shows the skill
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FYI: 🥰I'm very aware that the blue skirt featured is currently a little on the snug side, this is because I'm carrying a little extra curve than I usually like to - I blame my love of chocolate for this 🤦♀🤣🤣 but I've kept it in the video as I'm all for transparency and keeping it real with you all xx
Wouldn’t have noticed it without you pointing it out 😊 we all have a harder look on ourselves than others do
An item of clothing doesn’t fit your body, it means you need a different size of clothing and not a different size of body.
@@glittergoblin I totally agree 🙌🙌 it's one of those pieces that if I can fit back into then great but if not then 'oh well' we move on 😊🙌
It wasn’t flattering on either of you, too clingy, not a good length.
@@allabouttheoutfit I thought it looked great - and that outfit looked good on you both, too! I like the overall balance of outfits which emphasise curvy hips though. I often have to buy jeans from curve ranges because I have a 12 inch difference between my hips and waist. When I was younger, I hated being curvy and thought there was something wrong with me. That was in the 90s, and curvy figures were underrepresented back then. I met my best friend in my 20s and her figure is very like yours. I think she’s gorgeous and that helped me see that hips are beautiful features and not something to be ‘played down’. These days, I’m most comfy in skinny jeans. I feel positive about my hips as long as I can get clothes to fit properly, so they aren’t bagging on the waist. I think it’s sad some women still feel they have to disguise beautiful hips!
It's fascinating that both silhouettes look good on "pear" shaped figures even if the individual might not feel at home in the outfit. The psychology of style is really well illustrated in this video.
Thank you, I'm so glad this has come across so well as that was our aim ❤️
I think this shows how a larger bust really needs a lower neck line, especially when balanced with a longer body length. It also balances out the wider skirts.
I agree with you! Struggling to see how these two ladies are the same shape as one has a larger bust than the other. I would say the fairer lady is pear shaped and the dark one hourglass. As I aged, and with hormone changes, I went from pear to hourglass and developed a bust, but stayed the same waist and hip size, the waist being two dress sizes smaller. So, this meant changing clothing style from those knitted dresses and simple lines to lower necklines and more attention on bust and hips as well as waist, as they became more equal in size. All a question of balance really!
I was hourglass but after menopause, I have lost some bust, and some butt! and have changed shape! Now I'm not sure what I am, as I have broad shoulders, maybe inverted triangle!@@trishagoodwin4069
I'd be interested to see how the swapped outfits look with swapped hairstyles as well. Despite the fact that you're both "pear" shaped you're very clearly on the opposite ends of the Yin/Yang spectrum in terms of Kibbe. I'm not an expert but I'd guess Dramatic and Romantic, respectively. But I think each of your hairstyles is making the swap even more jarring. A Dramatic with long straight hair wearing a Romantic dress (and a Romantic with wavy, pinned up hair wearing a Dramatic outfit) is heavily contributing to the lack of harmony in the swapped outfits. You very clearly know how to dress and style for your specific types!
Great idea ❤️ we plan to revisit the swap in the coming months as it's been such an interesting topic to cover 😊
Id say Flamboyant Natural and Soft Dramatic!
@@coraphoenix-price3270 I'd guess FN and R.
@@desertboot9755 R is not possible at her height, she has vertical with curve
I vote soft dramatic and soft natural 😅
😂 Thank you for sharing your wonderful new friendship and teaching me that it’s ok for me to think “it’s pretty on someone else” is not saying anything bad about myself
You're so welcome and yes, it's absolutely ok to think 'that looks great on them, but it's not for me', that's what make styling so interesting as we're all so different :)
Wow it's interesting, with the swap the blonde looks 12 and the brunette looks matronly... Fascinating!!!
Glad you enjoyed the video 😊
I loved all the outfits swaps on the blond. She looks so good in the printed dresses
YES! Actually, it's a bit sad, that she doesn't like that style, it looks so good on her...
This was a very fun video! Joy Bernhardt (on TH-cam) mentioned you on her channel.
Thank you, glad you enjoyed 😊
Thanks for the 'shout out' too, it's much appreciated 🤩
I think it makes a difference that your coloring is more muted, and your friend has higher contrast in her features. Her outfits on you overwhelm you, while yours on her are dull.
Yes, great observation 🥰 all of these things can contribute towards the overall look of an outfit 🥰
Guy went as far as to sew something for us too. The dedication
I hope that you have a few more videos together as this was so fun to watch and very helpful too😊
For sure 😍 we're already planning some 😊
You both look fabulous in your own AND one another’s clothes. Just reminds me that a lot of my beliefs about what looks good/does not look good on me is probably in my imagination 🇨🇦
We can definitely be guilty of getting caught up in our own heads and overthink things too, I say, if you LOVE it, WEAR it ❤️
It's so interesting that you both look so awkward in each other's clothes. When my boys were babies, we started dressing them in suits for church. A few years later, we moved from the city to the country and the kids were very harassed for dressing up when their friends wore shorts, jeans and flannel with holes. As adults, my boys look really sharp dressed up or down because they are confident either way. If we're not comfortable and confident with ourselves and our style, it shows.
Yes, confidence and comfort is everything ❤️ glad you enjoyed the video xx
Personal style aside, it is striking how even small differences in proportion (shoulder width, torso to leg proportion, bust height, arm length) makes such a dramatic difference in how a garment sits on the body and consequently on how it suits each person.
Absolutely🥰
This video showed me that sometimes what felt like just personal style was maybe also influenced by body proportion. The channels owner felt more comfortable in the green floral dress which did have a smaller print - but also had a higher waist that actually sat at her natural waist whereas the other dresses had waists that began too low for her. She also had longer legs which would definitely contribute to feeling more comfortable in trousers and jeans. I also have the same colours and the same pear shape but being shorter legged, once I started dresssing more for my proportions I was attracted more to dresses than trousers. In fact I dress pretty much exactly like the second woman. Of course It’s not that you can’t dress outside your colours/proportions etc but it takes a lot more thinking with every outfit.
And it's always fun to play around with new styles, shapes and colours ❤️ I definitely wear a mix between trousers, skirts and dresses for this reason, I like to mix it up so that I'm excited by what I'm wearing 😊
What a fun video and experiment! You both looked great in all the looks but the varying comfort levels were very telling. It's the second outfit swap that made me go "Oh, look! Playing dress up for adults!" And that's not that far off. As kids we play dress up to experiment with who we are. Maybe as adults we need to play dress up every now and then to make sure what we wear expresses who we know ourselves to be.
Yes exactly that😍 it's how we discover our style personality and likes / dislikes..... Even as I've watched this video back I can see that bold colours are my preferred choice and maybe a little more pattern may well creep into my wardrobe soon - definitely a worth while experiment ❤️
Very fun video, thanks!! Joy sent us over to watch this, and I’m looking forward to seeing more :)
Awesome! Thank you! Yes we will be revisiting the Style Swap ready for the Autumn / Winter season too ❤️
Joy sent me to this particular vlog, but I have seen a previous collaboration with you two on Sian’s channel. I so enjoyed your videos. Confidence really impacts style! ❤
Aw we're so glad you've enjoyed the content we've done together ❤️ and yes, confidence has a HUGE impact on individual styles ❤️
Great video Nicola and Sian. You both really know how to dress to look your best. Sian, I think Nicola’s jeans look really good on you, as does her blazer and coat.
Thanks so much! 😊
Fascinating to see this. I think both of you looked good in most outfits, but Sian very much suits v or lower necklines. As a long tine watcher of Sian's channel I was surprised by how well most of the bottoms looked on her as she is so self-conscious about this area. But overall it's a perfect illustration of the importance of wearing what makes you feel most like yourself, and that there is no simple right or wrong approach to style.
So glad you enjoyed this video ❤️ and you're absolutely right, style is such a personal thing and was the whole point of the video to show that there's no right or wrong, it's purely about dressing for you and only you ❤️❤️❤️
This was fun and educational. I also noted that the two of you also consistently chose different neck lines. That in its self can make a huge difference as have learned personally.
Great spot, well done! I tend to go for a higher neckline (most of the time) as I have a smaller bust and this creates the illusion of a curvier bust line, helping to balance out my hips a little more ❤ Sian already has this balance in her overall shape ❤
@@allabouttheoutfitanother way of thinking about this is that you are balancing VERTICAL proportions (rather than horizontal ones). If you have a proportionally shorter torso, wearing a higher neckline helps to create more balance in the vertical plane. Wearing a low cut neckline can lead to visual shortening of an already ‘short’ upper body and appears less balanced. Similarly, if you have a longer torso, bringing the neckline lower helps to shorten the torso visually, bringing more balance overall.
I have a proportionally short upper body and realised higher necklines tend to be flattering for me for this reason. I think people tend to underestimate how important visual manipulation of vertical proportions is to personal style because all the well known approaches focus on horizontal proportions. I think to really unpick what’s going on with proportions, you need to factor in the impact of vertical proportions. I also think shoulder to hip proportions are important (and often overlooked) because they influence overall balance in relation to both the bust and hips. I think the things we are drawn to are often an unconscious attempt to bring visual harmony between all these elements. You are similar in some key measurements, but garments are flowing differently on the upper torso because in one case the shoulders are the feature balancing the hips, and in the other the bust is the most prominent feature. Anyone who becomes more busty with age learns how this changes how clothes fit. Essentially, more waist definition becomes helpful because clothes are less likely to flow from the shoulders in a way that creates visual balance, and instead ‘hang’ outwards from the bust instead.
The biggest caveat of all this I’d say, is that ‘visual balance’ is subjective. What is pleasing and ‘balanced’ to my eye is not necessarily the same for another person. And some people actively enjoy playing with and distorting naturalistic proportions. I think the key thing is to dress in a way that creates proportions that make you feel most comfortable and confident. That’s going to vary compared to other people because their bodies are different AND their preferences for visual proportions are likely different too.
@@Tess78uk very insightful and helpful🥰, thank you for taking the time to give us your thoughts 😊 xx
This was SUCH fun... and so telling that 'personality really does count. One of the things I dread when shopping for new clothes is the opinion of others. When you're told 'that looks great on you' and you have to say repeatedly 'thank you but it's NOT me!' Thank you for sharing.
You're welcome, thank you for sharing your experience too 😊
Here from Sian’s channel. This was such a good idea, I love seeing how personal style is so important. I’ve had a nosy at your other videos and totally love everything you do. You both looking amazing in your own clothes xx
Aw thank you for your lovely comments and welcome to the channel, I hope you continue to enjoy 🥰
Great video and great really interesting to see how you both reacted to being so far out of your comfort zone. Despite your discomfort, each of you looked great; just goes to show how much our own preferences play into style and feeling confident. Loved watching you both laughing!
Absolutely, it's about creating your own unique sense of style and wearing it with confidence x
Fab example! Really the difference in torso length made a huge difference. 👩🌾
It really did ❤
Loved this clothes swap😂. Your styles suit each of you and you both looked so different when swapped.
Aw thank you, glad you enjoyed ❤️
All of Sians clothes look fabulous on you.
You should look into incorporating some of her shilouttes into your wardrobe but maybe in plain colours.
But lovely video ladies👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
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I agree that sian’s dresses looked great on Nicola but understand the lack of confidence & comfort with wearing things that “aren’t me”. Great video.
@@maryellenoneill9061 yes confidence plays a huge part in how we feel and look in an outfit doesn't it 🥰
It is funny how different people, just their personality, they do look better in different outfits!!😂 you both look great in your own styles ❤❤❤❤
It really is, our styles have such an impact on our overall appearance, confidence levels and how we feel that day 😊❤️
I thoroughly enjoyed that and laughed with you. It has really made me think about what I wear and also what I used to wear. I have really wide hips and tend to wear trousers with tunic type tops. I have made a few dresses and skirts but don't really feel comfortable. I do not like them skimming my hips, but if too full, I always say I look like an elephant on stilts because the lower part of my legs are not very chunky. But I get most compliments when I wear things that skim rather than hide. More thought needed I think
It's all about finding that shape / style which makes you feel most confident isn't it 🥰 definitely worth having a play around and trying on other styles which are out of your comfort zone to see how you feel in them ❤️
This is amazing! And such an important point, cuz we are thought that if you just dress “correctly” for your body shape and colours you will look good and feel good but it’s so much more than that! 🙌💖
It's the final piece of the styling puzzle isn't it 😍 knowing your style personality / what you like to wear 😊
What a fun experiment! It once again reminds me how things like fashion and colour can impact one's mood and perceptions. After taking some time to figure out which silhouettes I enjoy wearing and which colours look good for my skin tone, I find that dressing myself has become faster and more fun. Figuring out my personal style has been a great mood enhancer. I move differently in the world when I select the things that make me feel wonderful inside. I think that your experiment showed this brilliantly. Also, this will hopefully encourage me to stop acquiring things that look good on other people instead of what looks on me. I should just focus on being myself! P. S. I think that you look great in your blue skirt! No disclaimer needed!
Aw thank you 😘 and I LOVE everything you've just said there ❤️
I just found you, and this is the first video I watched.
This was great!
It just goes to show you that you need to know your own style! You can watch all the influencers you want but if their style isn't like yours you will just be frustrated with the clothes!
I loved this video!
I will be checking out more of your videos!
Aw thank you 🥰 glad you enjoyed 😊
Great video!!
I also agree that fruit shapes or geometric shapes are ridiculous. One can simply say my hips are a bit wider than shoulders, and everybody will understand.
Such fun - well done ladies! A clear case of you do you - loved it ❤❤
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Both of you are so brave and HILARIOUS!!! Each of your styles definitely suit you. But I also love all of Sian's outfits on you too. But then again I feel like Sian's style is my style too. Sorry Sian....you're definitely not a neutral, monochrome gal. You RAWK the prints!
Aw thank you! 😍❤️
Yes, Sian absolutely rocks the prints doesn't she😃😍
Fun and really interesting to see the style swap. (I thought Sian looked really good in the jeans, even though she doesn't like wearing them).
Whoa, that coat is gorgeous! Siân's dresses are amazing. They completely suit her whole style, but do look great for both of your shapes. (I definitely lean more towards solids than prints though, too.) This looks too fun!!
Couldn't agree more, Sian looks amazing and totally suits that dress style and the coat 😍 yes it's gorgeous and so well made 🙌 ❤️
I love the Shicola Collab 🤩🤩🤩🤩 I’m totally here for it 💝💝
😂😂 This made giggle 'Shicola' 😂😂
This was so much fun 🤩 and my face still hurts from the giggling 🤭
Thank you again for taking part in this challenge, I know it was out of both of our comfort zones but what a funny day that turned out to be! haha xx
It looked so much fun Sian I love what you wear and I have been making my own vintage dresses thanks to your amazing videos and virtual guidance xx
That was fascinating and fun, thanks ladies 🥰
Our pleasure! x
Interesting that Nicola looks fabulous in all of Sian’s clothes and should consider branching out. Sian looked great in the white crochet dress and the beige coat was nice but maybe only when wearing pants or a pencil skirt. The fails were the pink dress (dowdy & ill fitting) and pant outfit (might be better with slacks vs jeans.). Sian of course looked fabulous in all of her own clothes.
Thanks for sharing, glad you enjoyed the video 😊
Really enjoyed this video, it was quite amazing to see the impact of the change of style personality outfits on your similar body shapes😊
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Good luck with your channel! This is a superb video, and I love how you focused on the way we feel in our clothes.
Ah, and not sure if you are aware of Kibbie body types and Kitchner essences and if you care of this at all, but you and your friend have totally different bone structure and face type, despite having similar measurements, which is part of the reason (personality notwithstanding) why you look so different in the same style of clothes. You have a lot more yang in you, and your friend is a lot more yin.
Aw thank you so much, I'm all about the way we feel in our clothes as everyone will always have 'their opinion' on what you wear BUT the ONLY thing that matters is; Do you feel good in it, do you like it? If the answer is yes, then wear it and rock your look with confidence xx
It's so interesting isn't it, thank you for adding that :)
That dress looks so good on you sian needs a cardigan in that pink
You girls are so much fun to watch Joy says to say that she sent me ..hope to see lots more videos
Aw thank you, glad you enjoyed😊 and thanks to Joy for the mention 😊
I think the clothes look good on both of you when you swap it but it is visible how the level of comfort and confidence changes. It is also a very different style from I am used to see Sian wearing and for that reason only in my brain it seems odd. What an interesting exercise, swapping wardrobes with someone else 🙂
Thank you, yes it definitely was a fun experiment :)
This video was fun and did make me reflect a little on things I have been trying to wear in my spring capsule, you know the old find the thing in the back of your closet and style it. I see that same reaction om my face as you both had here. just lack of comfort. My tell is when I randomly see my reflection and have a sinking feeling and wish I were wearing anything else.
It's so important to feel good in what you wear as it really does have an impact your day, definitely worth while having a sort through your wardrobe and keep only what you love to wear ❤️
The difference is in your contrast. Sian's coloring is very high contrast. Nicola's is less, hence the different choices. Sian, I would say to you enjoy it while you can! It's the same contrast i had when I was young and I loved it. Now with gray/white hair, the colors are similar the contrast is not.
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This was brilliant fun to watch! 😊 Really got me thinking...
I am a similar shape to both of you, although being a lot older I don't expose cleavage or legs any more (my boobs and knees are nobody's business these days!) I've realised I wear elements of both your styles. There are lots of solid colours in my wardrobe, particularly trousers and fitted tops (knitted tees), although there are prints too (woven blouses). Shape-wise I tend more towards the Sian-like fit and flare to accentuate the waist and disguise the hips; so, wide legged trousers, flared skirts, gathered skirts/dresses etc. I'll go floral on my top half, and plain or stripes/plaids below the waist if wearing separates. Although I often flip that too, with plain tanks/tees paired with printed skirts in the summer.
Since retiring I've been making more pretty flouncy dresses, because - why not? I don't have many meetings or formal events to attend these days, so I'm rediscovering my feminine side! 😁
Personal style keeps evolving as your lifestyle changes, and that's something to celebrate! 🎉
I love everything you've said there, it's so much fun to trial out new shapes and styles too, you sound like you know exactly what you like and what makes you feel good x
@@allabouttheoutfit I've had a number of decades in which to work it out! 😆
This was so much fun and I loved it
Thank you, glad you enjoyed it ❤️
That pink dress is not flattering on either of you, but the red floral is great both of you, all the floral dresses look amazing on both of you. I love both coats too.
Style personality is interesting, the other outfits were less attention grabbing but more figure hugging. Even though I am pear shaped I can't imagine dressing like either of you most of the time, plus I am way short waisted.
Yep, Style personality is definitely an interesting topic for sure as we're all so different, you'll never please everyone so there's no point in trying to. Always be authentically you and never let anyone else's opinion hinder your confidence, if you LOVE it, WEAR it 🥰 ❤️(the pink dress will remain as one of my firm favourites 😍😉)
It looks cozy and the color is great on you, I get why you like it. I apologize for giving my unasked for opinion, I was rude.
@@theresaanndiaz3179 it's super cozy, 😍 I think that's why I'm so drawn to it 🥰 aw thank you but you raised a good point which is why I mentioned it in my response, not everyone will like how we dress and that's totally ok as we dress for ourselves and how it makes us feel, no offence taken 🥰 x
I want Sians blazer to crop to her waist with one of her skirts you look so good in all her dresses
fabulous ! this was very helpful!!
Glad you liked it!!
This just shows me that most modern dress styles/shilouttes don't look as good as the previous style eras.
I love how previous styles always come back around again in some shape or form 😍
What I find surprising is that IMHO the third pair (was it?... the one with a light blue skirt) looked better on both of you swapped. 😊
It was definitely an interesting topic to film and I think we'll see some differences when we film the Autumn / Winter swap in the coming months ❤️
@@allabouttheoutfit It was so interesting to see! And very informative as well.
What a great vlog, thanks for all your work x
You are so welcome! Glad you enjoyed it x
Bone structure dominant vs flesh dominant.
My sis and I are these types as well
I have a ton of floral dresses and soft cardigans and she owns a lot of sleek dresses
Yup I was thinking this too. Kibbe Flamboyant Natutal vs Soft Dramatic.
What an interesting concept! I love the idea that there aren't rules - it's what you feel great in that matters! x
Exactly, how we feel is the most important thing :)
I’m quite amused seeing the two of you because I’m really close in measurements and colouring to both of you and I wear a mix of your styles 😂
Colour season : warm spring
height : 5ft7
Measurements : 40in (bust), 28in (waist), 44in (hips) 😅
Oh yes, you're very simlar then and I love that you mix your style up too ❤
Strange isn't it, swapping styles? I loved all of Sians clothes on you, but none of yours on her. Both of you looked best in your own clothes and the most comfortable but very interesting to compare
It was so much to film for sure and definitely proved the point of dressing for yourself, in what you like and what makes you feel good, as then you always show up as your most confident self :)
Thanks for the video! You two did a great job! 💜
Thank you lovely x
Lovely to see you on here Sian I love what you both are wearing but I’m with Sian I love what she wears and I wear similar and make similar dresses
Absolutely - I LOVE Sian's style too, she always looks flawless in her outfits, they're amazing and very flattering dresses, it was very interesting and fun to try styles which are out of my comfort zone xx
Loved this video. It was really interesting. I relate so much to Nicola shape and style preferences. (When you said I like this dress but i wish it was straighter and gathered it in your hand I thought I was looking at me)
I think Sian looked fabulous in those dresses but when I put something like that on, I feel huge and like everyone must be staring at me😂
Aw I'm so pleased you liked it, it really has been such a fun challenge to do and receive feedback from you all on ❤️
What a fun experiment, thanks for sharing. 💙🧶🌈🍓
You're so welcome x
U look rly good in all of her dresses ngl
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This was so much fun! Thank you!
You're so welcome, thank you for watching x
@@allabouttheoutfit I did appreciate the idea/ lesson in the video too, but seeing you laugh was almost overwhelmingly fun. I've been smiling and laughing the entire video.
I am definitely more floral dresses etc, just because I am far too self conscious to wear anything figure hugging, even though on paper, I
am very similar in size and shape to the two of you. Just much, much older 🤣
That's great you've found a style which boosts your confidence 🥰
wonderful message 🥰
Thank you ❤️
Great excercise.
You both look great in each other's clothes. Looks like you should step out of your comfort zones a little more often.
Aw thank you, it's definitely made us both want to explore a bit more after watching it back. There's a follow up video coming later this year in prep for the A/W season so it will be very interesting to see if either of us have been influenced by the other or not :) xx
I look forward to seeing that video. @@allabouttheoutfit
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finally stg interesting to watch süperrr
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Hi I am new to your channel - love it! I tried finding Sian's channel, no go? Please could you send me a link in your reply....I am interested because economy is forcing me back to my sewing machine after many years. Thanks!
Thank you and yes of course, you'll LOVE Sian's channel:
www.youtube.com/@KittenishBehaviourSian
You guys don't suit the same colour story, as the one on the right has a high contrast and suits deeper colours. The lady on the left has low contrast and suits light colours, this is why she feels uncomfortable in a bold print. She also has square shoulders which is why she doesn't mind something hugging her hips. The lady on the right has softer shoulders and a bigger bust so the A shaped outfits are more flattering.
The V necks of Charlotte's dresses will also feel more comfortable for her than the crew neckline of the T-shirt as a V or scoop suit bigger bust measurements - as well as the style differences of both ladies.
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such a nıce challange love ıt
Super fun to film too :)
I would love to know where you get your frocks from please?
Everything is linked in the description 😊
New subscriber from Joy Bernhardt channel!
Aw amazing, WELCOME! xx
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Love this. Where is the green printed dress from please?
Thank you 😀It's the Butterick 5951 pattern I made it using fabric from Lamazi
@@KittenishBehaviourSian fancy!!!! 💗
Hello lovely to see you xx
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The green dress on Nicola might work better with an ankle boot. The colour works with her hair in a way the others really needed the scooped raven. Otherwise the riviera segues into tradwife. Weird how two gorgeous women can look frumpy just by switching
I did love the colour of the green dress for sure ❤️
@@allabouttheoutfit really shows the power of clothes. Very intrigued now to see you styling different body shapes and personas. If either of you were seen as yourselves passing in the street the assumption would be 'oh she's just blessed, she could wear anything' but this video shows the skill
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What are your color seasons?
We are both Spring :)
I think all the clothes worn by the dark haired girl look beautiful on both, but the fair haired girl's clothes don't look good on either.
Thanks for sharing, glad you enjoyed the video 😊
You definitely don’t look like yourself a in your swapped outfits.
I would remove the red shrug as it’s very outdated and frumpy. The printed dress is beautiful on both of you.
Thank you 🙂 I personally love the red shrug as I feel it completes the outfit with that gorgeous POP of colour 😍😊
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The blue pencil skirt looks so lovely on you!!!
Thank you