How to embrace a comfy, chic look this Thanksgiving AND dress for your body shape!

With Thanksgiving fast approaching now is a great time to start thinking about the dressing, not the food but the outfit!! Dressing for Thanksgiving can be difficult sometimes because you want to mix the comfy ( stretchy pants or not too fussy ) with the chic ( I want to look glamorous napping after all the turkey and stuffing ). Can you accomplish both? Of course! One of the keys to accomplishing this is to make sure you pick fabrics that are comfortable, great colors AND, most important, you dress for your body shape.

Not sure of your body shape? Click HERE to download a Free PDF to walk you through how to determine your body shape. Let’s get started.

Rectangle Body Shape

No curves, no problem! You hardly need them today. Stay comfy with a slightly flared black jean. Go for a festive silky blouse (sleeveless for those hot moments) and a high neck or a bow are great details for a rectangle shape to draw interest up toward you gorgeous face! Add a sparkly cardigan to add texture and the straight line the cardigan gives you open, gives the illusion of curve underneath. Pop on a great belt to create the look of a waist and some ballet style flats stay comfy!  Need an over coat?  Pick an animal print and belt it up! These pieces together will help you create the illusion of curve when, as a rectangle, you may not have them.

Hourglass bodyshape

Normally for an hourglass, belting is such a great option but because it’s Thanksgiving, I would say stay away from the cinched belt for today! Let’s emphasize those curves in another way.  Instead, wear a fitted turtleneck and a cigarette style pant in red. Add this gorgeous shirtdress, worn open like a long shacket to give you length and hug your curves but make you look taller! Add some bling with encrusted ballerinas and a silver necklace.

Oval Body Shape

Let’s emphasize those gorgeous legs of yours! A super comfy pair of leggings like these, with a tuxedo stripe down the side to create that extra chic look!A white button up under a chunky cardigan is perfect. I chose orange in this instance but this fall is all about unconventional fall colors so pick a turquoise blue, a fuchsia or a bright green depending on your best colors. Not sure what your best colors are? Join me for a color party on December 14 on my Facebook page, where I will go over some ways for you to determine your best colors.

You can enter HERE to be one of the 2 lucky participants that I will do their colors for FREE! ($197 value)

Triangle Body Shape

Hi waisted trousers will fit at the right places, and is slimming yet shows off the curves. Pairing these herringbone trousers with a blouse with lace details creates harmony in the texture. The high neck of this blouse will lead the eye up towards your gorgeous face. I would do a front tuck with the shirt to make sure the proportions are correct. Remember the rule of thirds! ( If not check out my video HERE to learn all about it) A comfy pair of velvet loafers will help you be comfy and chic and fit your figure perfectly.

Inverted Triangle Shape

Let’s play up your slim legs by pairing these fun leggings with a sweater dress.  Super comfy but also stylish, you could enhance your waist with a belt ( but it’s Thanksgiving )   I would layer a cute blouse under the sweater dress to have the collar peeking out of the top for some added interest.  This model is wearing cowboy boots but booties would look great as well.  This outfit will balance out your hips and shoulders and have you looking long and lean.

I hope these ideas help to take the stress out of your holiday! Enjoy your family and friends, be grateful for everything and have an amazing Thanksgiving!

I’d love to see your Thanksgiving outfits! Feel free to post them on my Facebook page LifestyledbyJennClements

Need help with your body shape or want a personalized guide? Schedule a free chat with me to see how my Everyday Woman’s Style Blueprint can save you stress while getting dressed.

Happy Thanksgiving Stylish Ladies!

Stylishly Yours,

Jenn