Top style tips for X-shapes

Emphasise what nature gave you, ladies. Don't go overboard of course, but a little ruffle around the neckline and a vneck cut can do wonders for an X-shape.

Again, emphasise the curves. Wear tight fitting waist-hugging dresses or tops, and go for panelling, beading and silk inserts too.

Want to play down some of those curves? Choose dresses with flowing material from the waist down, and go for longer, floor-length designs to add length.

If you have large arms, draw attention away from them with fluted, three-quarter or puff sleeves.

Length, length, length. X-shapes can be all curves and no elegance; try to even it out a bit by showing a bit of skin up top and wearing long flowing garments.

Ball dresses for X-shapes

Of all the shapes, the X's are the ones who can truly pull off the figure-hugging sheath dress.

Don't be shy girls, show off those amazing curves! Slinky knits, cinched waists and silky lengths are just stunning on this body shape.

Colours for X-shapes

While you X's really can get away with anything, you tend to look fantastic in muted, simple colours.

You already have so much going on it would be easy to over-do it with bright, loud patterns and designs.

Let your shape speak for itself, rock the black and white!

Shoes for X-shapes

One word - stilettos. Yes, you can. Ladies, you can pull anything off, so why not pull out the big guns? If stilettos aren't your thing (or you think you might injure yourself making it out the door) then go wild with sling backs, shake it up with funky heeled sandals or get creative with boots.

The world is your shoe-store, now go get 'em!

DO accentuate your shoulders, bust, waist and hips.
DON’T wear baggy, cover-all dresses that hide yur gorgeous curves, short stiff dresses might make you look round and bulky, and be careful of wearing boob-enhancing dresses if you're a bit top-heavy.

Celebrity X Shapes

Marilyn Monroe, Drew Barrymore, Katherine Heigl, Scarlett Johansson and J Lo.

Photo Credits to the Designer Dresses by Jovani for their amazing Prom Collections - thanks guys you rock!!