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'My Body, My Style' Video: Flat Chested and Petite? Here's an Office Outfit

by Sarah Cristobal (Subscribe to Sarah Cristobal's posts)
Posted Mar 25th 2010 at 10:04PM  
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Rebecca is accustomed to wearing boxy clothing that hides her petite shape. In this episode of "My Body, My Style" fashion guru Sam Saboura dresses her in an outfit that will make her reentry into the work force seamless.

If you have a body shape similar to Rebecca's, Saborua recommends trying on a high-waisted skirt and/or pant to create curves at the hips. Also, a strategically-placed belt or corset top can help to enhance that desired S-shape on the body.

The end result? Rebecca's sleeveless ruffle top and pencil skirt is a knockout combination. She wants to go back to work right away!

Whether you're pear shaped, have a long torso, or are full-figured, you won't want to miss the rest of our tips for finding the best clothes for your shape, in the "My Body, My Style" series.
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umpireplb, 3-28-2010, 9:08AM

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umpireplb

The outfit is darling and the made-over Rebecca looks terrific - but those shoes! If those are "work" shoes, I'm L.L Bean. How does the stylist justify pawning off those posture-damaging, foot-mangling four-inch stiletto heels on a young woman he's supposedly dressing for WORK? What work is that, exactly? Please. When the young woman walks onto the stage after her makeover, she lumbers out in such apparent discomfort it's as painful to watch her as it must have been for her to wear those monstrosities. Sam Seboura calls them "feminine and flirtatious;" that must be stylist code for "crippling and uncomfortable." He takes a creepily prurient delight in sending an otherwise adorably attired young woman off to work looking like, in his words, " a hot little sexy professional number." Ick. The shoes completely turned me off to the loveliness of what extended from them - and they don't even fit her feet! They're clearly a half size too big. Any man who would suggest that a woman wear shoes like that - to WORK, no less - ought to be forced to wear them himself for eight hours at a stretch.

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Rita, 3-28-2010, 3:22PM

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found a great cookbook.. i can't tell you the name of it cause its politically incorrect and some of you will jump down my throat.. but if you have a good sense of humor and don't get offended easily.. google "whipped & beaten Culinary Works" to find it.. but seriously.. if you consider yourself to be conservative.. don't go.. it will just upset you.

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umpireplb, 3-28-2010, 9:10AM

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umpireplb

Pardon me - SAboura.

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Webmd, 3-28-2010, 11:00AM

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Webmd

Amazing changes! We should all pay attention to this article as so many people try to re-enter the job market. The shoes may be questionable, however there is no denying that the confidence gained by reshaping her from drab to fabulous, will go far to helping her land her job. Now for the rest of Americans who are not pencil thin, but average or have gained weight there is hope for us. Special garments are available which can quickly improve your figure in minutes. These garments can give you the appearance of a flatter tummy and curves. Check them out at www.bodymagicamerica.com. This product has helped both men and women.

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H, 3-28-2010, 10:58AM

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Nice to see something for women that are extra thin. I am very thin and have a boyish figure as well. It is hard to feel feminine when you are rail thin as a woman. I thought the clothes were great. The heels could be less high though.

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myriah, 3-28-2010, 11:51AM

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I was also glad to see an article on women who are built basically straight up and down. I always feel like my clothes make me look flat chested so now I see how to correct that. The only thing is even though I'm straight up and down I have very broad shoulders and I have a terrible time finding shirts that fit my broad shoulders and slim build. The shirt she is wearing looks femine and pretty on her but on my shoulders I'm not so sure. And I agree, those shoes have to go.

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jane, 3-28-2010, 2:20PM

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SHE LOOKS GREAT! Even the shoes were nice on Rebecca. She is
a beautiful young lady.
Like Rebecca, I too, am petite and thin at 4'10 and 93 pounds,
I, however am 51 years old. I have to dress age appropriate
and avoid dressing too youngish, unfortunately, usually,
all I can find to fit me is little girls sizes,especially jeans. Thank God for
alterations. I think, there is a real need for more Petite
styles without having to spend a fortune for so call
Specialty sizes.

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FerrariQX, 3-28-2010, 4:22PM

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I'd hit that all night long! Rebecca, don't forget to bring the shoes too!

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Wendy, 3-28-2010, 10:43PM

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Well, God forbid that a woman is not SEXY at work...That seems to be the prime credo now.
We have become obsessed with sex in this country. 24/7, women are pressured to be hot, sexy, etc. I am soooooo weary of all this. Hey, that is one reason to be SELF EMPLOYED. Then you can dress for comfort. If you work for an employer, dress in a professional manner,not a provocative one. You are there to work and do a job for the employer, not to show off your chest, legs, and behind! I agree with the first commenter about the heels. Men have no idea what high heels do to the feet, the legs,the lower back. It is one thing to wear a pair of high heels for a dressy evening out, but to expect a professional woman to wear high heels for an 8+ hour day, much of it walking around an office.... INSANE! Also, you are likely to get a bit cold wearing a sleeveless blouse all day. And finally, I love being small on top. I threw out padded bras long ago and I accept my body as it is, not as fashion dictates that I should be.Femininity is not determined by how many curves you have.

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AVE MARY, 3-28-2010, 5:26PM

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YOU JUST HAVE TO PUT A DAMN COMMERICAL IN THIS DON'T YOU!

AND TELL REBEBECA SHE NEEDS A MAKE OVER FOR HER FACE..IE: IT'S CALLED MAKE UP AND WOMEN'S CLOTHES!

AND TRY WEARING DRESSES AND HEELS

AND YOU DIFFINETLY NEED A HAIR JOB GIRL!

GIRLS/WOMEN WITH NICE FIGURES LIKE HERS SHOULD NEVER BE WEARING PANTS/SLACKS UNLESS THEY ARE CUSTOM MADE TO SHOW YOUR NICE ASS..AND ALWAYS WEAR A HIGHER HEELED SHOE..OR BOOT.

PETITE GIRLS RULE..DON'T LET THE OTHER FAT GIRLS INTIMIDATE YOU. THEY'RE JUST JEALOUS AND TRYING TO JUSTIFY THEIR BEING SO FAT AND SHOULD BE WEARING ONLY PANTS.. NO-BODY WANTS TO SEE FAT UGLY LEGS..OR A BIG FAT BUBBLE BUTT!

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Shelly M., 3-29-2010, 2:33AM

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She should try a bicycle pump.

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Isabelle, 3-28-2010, 8:09PM

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First of all, I'm going to restate what lots of other people said. WORK IS NOT ABOUT SEX. IT'S ABOUT WORK, AS THE NAME IMPLIES. Second, fashion is different than style. Fashion is just following what everyone else does; you can't claim it as your own, and it just blends you in with everyone else. Just like with Abercrombie, Juicy, etc. Style is about you, what you think. If this guy thinks he knows style, he doesn't. It's all fashion. Nobody's going to notice her after a week. For the first few days, her coworkers might say something. But really, it doesn't do anything for her. And the comfort? Why would someone wear heels to work? 4 inches, for that matter! And they were falling off her feet. She'd get blisters the size of peaches in the first half hour if she wears those, I bet. The highest heels I own are 4 inches, but they are all comfort brands and I rarely wear them. Plus they're all wedges. THEY'RE STILL NICE!!! And she's 33. The shoes make her look like she's 80.

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