Belle Curve

By Instyle
Updated Aug 15, 2013 @ 10:56 am
Brian Henn

Belle Curve

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REASONS TO LOVE IT

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We've had seasons of ladylike looks, but these clothes truly honor a womanly shape. Don't get us wrong-there's nothing stereotypically feminine here. The look is stripped down and unfussy, with sculptural lines that play up your real curves.

HOW TO WORK IT
Pair round-shoulder coats and boxy, bell-sleeve jackets with tailored pants and fitted skirts to let the strong silhouettes stand out. Accessories should be understated-a large clutch and a choker or long earrings are all you need. For a slimming effect, try pieces with detailing down the front (the the Richard Chai and Maje dresses a couple of clicks away), which give the illusion of hourglass proportions.

Photos: (left to right) Zac Posen, Altuzarra, Dolce & Gabbana, Jil Sander

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Maje Dress

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Viscose-polyamide, $390; maje.com.

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Ann Taylor Coat

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Wool-polyester, $398; anntaylor.com.

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Torn by Ronny Kobo Sweater

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Viscose-nylon-angora, $348; tornbyronnykobo.com.

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Sachin + Babi Jacket

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Viscose-nylon, $650; sachinandbabi.com.

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Yigal Azrouël Skirt

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Wool-cashmere, $690; at Yigal Azrouël, 212-929-7525.

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Richard Chai Dress

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Wool, polyester, and cotton, $568; at Pas de Deux, 212-475-0075.0

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