Styling Tips and Tricks For Your Body Type

Petite—Rachel Bilson

The Hart of Dixie star Rachel Bilson is such a fashion giant, it's easy to forget that she's only 5-foot-1. How does she do it? It's all about fit!

The vertical lines on this minidress (in this case, leather straps) keep the eye going up and down for a long, lean look.

Petite—Rachel Bilson

A blouson maxidress would overpower a less-than-towering type, but wear one with a slim-fitting bodice and the result is a slimming success.

Petite—Rachel Bilson

Head-to-toe nude

gave the illusion of legs (and a body) that go on forever.

Petite—Rachel Bilson

A micro hemline is a great way to make legs appear miles long.

Petite—Rachel Bilson

A cropped jacket

was the perfect topper to a multi-print dress. The key measurements? A flawless fit through the shoulders and a hemline that hit right at the hipbone.

Tall—Taylor Swift

At 5-foot-11, Taylor Swift is a statuesque stunner and proud of it. Instead of hiding her height, she emphasizes it with high heels and bold patterns. Check out more of her tall-girl tips!

Swift's quick fix for a too-short dress? Layering a longer slip or skirt beneath it.

Tall—Taylor Swift

A deep-V neckline echoed her rangy frame while amping up her femininity.

Tall—Taylor Swift

High heels

put Swift well over six feet tall and make her legs look their best.

Tall—Taylor Swift

When you have a canvas like Taylor's to work with, you don't shy away from bold prints! With her height, oversize polka dots were in perfect proportion.

Tall—Taylor Swift

Horizontal stripes

add volume to a boyish figure. Swift emphasized her top half with a long-sleeved tee while downplaying her legs with an all-black skirt, tights and shoes.

Curvy—Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian

makes the most of her famous shape with formfitting, waist-centric pieces.

A statement belt brings Kardashian's little middle into focus.

Curvy—Kim Kardashian

When you have an hourglass figure, you never want to obscure your waist-Kardashian used a well-placed knot to make a blouson top work for her.

Curvy—Kim Kardashian

Kardashian loves pairing a strong-shouldered jacket with leather leggings. The wide shoulders balance out curvy hips.

Curvy—Kim Kardashian

A magical ruched sheath is universally flattering, slimming voluptuous spots while adding volume where needed.

Curvy—Kim Kardashian

A sculpted dress with a full skirt is a ladylike (and waist-flattering) alternative to a fitted sheath.

Pregnant—Jessica Alba

Although she gave birth to Haven Garner Warren in August, we can't stop thinking about Jessica Alba's amazing maternity style. Using a combination of bold color and unexpected layering pieces, she looked flawless throughout her nine months.

Trendy colorblocking beautifully camouflaged her bump. A bright melon hued bodice drew eyes upward while a less bodacious purple skirt downplayed her stomach.

Pregnant—Jessica Alba

Alba took tunic dressing into new frontiers with a fashion-forward neon number. The loose fit of the T-shirt-style piece hid her stomach (and kept her comfortable).

Pregnant—Jessica Alba

New layering piece alert! Alba added some edge to a print maxidress with an unexpected (and perfectly proportioned) cropped vest.

Pregnant—Jessica Alba

A flowing striped top echoed her wide-leg jeans for some '70s-style chic.

Pregnant—Jessica Alba

An A-line coat kept Alba cozy, while keeping the focus on her skinny jeans and studded heels.

Full-Figured—Adele

We love how Adele plays up her voluptuous curves in retro '50s and '60s-inspired silhouettes. Clearly a fan of black, the gifted singer emphasizes her beauty with subtle details.

For the MTV Video Music Awards, Adele chose a Burberry dress with an embellished neckline that drew all eyes upward to her stunning features.

Full-Figured—Adele

A shirtdress gone sexy! Sheer lace sleeves revealed a seductive hint of skin without baring all.

Full-Figured—Adele

An A-line dress glided over her body, while a subtle front-panel of pleats added interest (but not bulk) to the LBD.

Full-Figured—Adele

Structured fabric

(like this metallic brocade) ensured a sleek silhouette, no tight shapers required.

Full-Figured—Adele

A classic belted trench

drew emphasis to her waist, while revealing her gorgeous legs clad in slim trousers!