Jeannie Mai Quotes

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Don't wear dresses that are too tight. A size number is just a number. If the fit is comfortable, it will look more elegant.

I think the important part is picking clothes that are flattering to your figure, and obviously I want a big say in what I was going to wear, 'cause it's still me that's out there.

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.

If you keep everything in the same palette of tone-on-tone neutrals, even a laid-back outfit of a slouchy sweater, jeans, and sneakers gives you a longer, leaner look.

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.

Dress for your body type and not your age.

I think white socks are best with dope kicks, gives a nice clean look to match. Printed socks are okay but sometimes too much.

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

I am short, so even if there are things that I like, or like on other people, I have to be aware that sometimes that won't work on me because I'm not 5'10. It has to have a shape for my body; otherwise, I look like I am two inches tall. I have to wear things that skim my body more closely than a runway model would.

For me, what takes up most of the space in my closet are suits. I wear a lot of suits and jackets. But I think every man needs a black suit at home. You can never go wrong in a black suit. But in terms of style, I think it's about being comfortable in what you wear.

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.

Herve has that sex appeal. Certain bodies need Herve Leger badly because you have to reformulate the silhouette.

I like to choose things that fit my body for sure; you learn to find the things that complement your shape.

Wear a belt! It's an easy way to pull together your outfit. Just be sure to match it to your shoes.

I've never worn plus size brands, and I never had to because I found what worked for my body type. So my advice is to find what works for you.

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.

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

It's all about the quality of the fabric, how soft it is and feeling comfortable in what you're wearing.