Tena Desae Quotes

It's just a matter of finding the styles, finding the fabrics, shapes, that accentuate your own body. You can't be altered, but the clothes can.

You can make or break an outfit by not knowing your body type - certain things work on certain people. Make sure you're dressing for your leg-length, hip/chest size, etc.

Finding tricks to create flattering body shape is the key to style.

Fit is everything. I don't care what your body type is like: If you're not wearing clothes that fit you, you can't have style.

I'll see a beautiful dress in a shop, and then I'll put it on and it looks dreadful because I'm just too curvy. I have to choose carefully - I steer clear of high necks and go for tailored, fitted things.

I like to dress for my body type and for my coloring.

Always try clothes on before you buy them. Stand, sit, walk and inspect yourself from all angles before you buy it so you don't regret it later. Knowing what it looks like on you is very important, as your body shape must suit the cut of the outfit.

Remember, the fit of your outfit can make or break your look. Ensure the fit is perfect, and you will be just fine.

Dress for your body type and not your age.

I had to learn how to dress and create an optical illusion where you're more slender.

Be yourself. Know your proportions. And have a good tailor.

I've got quite a curvy shape so I try to wear stuff that's tailored.

It's not about having a plethora of suits, but having a few good ones. It's all about fit. The contour of your body. If your shoulders are broad, you shouldn't have shoulder pads. If you're not a big man, you shouldn't have extra space. I think it's definitely worth having it properly fitted.

I have my mantra about silhouette, proportion, and fit. I believe that when they are in harmony and balance, you'll look great in anything.

I like architectural shapes. You can't put any shape on any body, except on the runway. In reality, it has to look and feel flattering.

Be able to tell whether garments that look good on the hanger actually look good on you.

Layering in different patterns will keep things from appearing too studied.

Dress for your body type. Some people are blessed enough to be able to throw on something that Beyonce wears and it looks amazing. If I try to go against the grain and wear something that my body doesn't like, it's going to show.

The cut of the bikini is definitely important. You want to wear one that compliments your body type.

A man can - and should - spend hours trying on jeans and finding the cut for your body type.

I experiment, but I am extremely mindful of the things I wear. The key is to accept your body type and pick cuts and styles that flatter your frame.

While designing, sewing and cutting patterns for clients, my mother was always telling me to make sure the upper part of the body was balanced with the lower part, an A-line skirt to minimize hips or shoulder pads if a client was smaller on top. I was training my eye to create balance.

I like to wear clothes that look the best on my body, which is why I wear a lot of crop tops and high waisted bottoms - it gives me more shape and makes me look taller.

I've got a short torso and long legs, so I tend to wear longer tops and things that sit on my hips.

Everyone looks better in clothes that skim the body. Items that fit properly make you look better than wearing something oversize.