Silhouette tips

In this section, we give you the best advice for finding the clothes that suit you . In the world of ready-to-wear, it can indeed be complicated to find clothes that truly flatter you. Here, we help you develop a discerning eye to avoid frustration and disappointment. We want to help you find clothes in which you feel comfortable and that make you look your best.

Advice tailored to your body type

There's a wonderful diversity of body shapes. Beyond height and weight, many other factors come into play when it comes to finding the perfect garment. Some of us have fuller thighs, some with a more or less prominent tummy. Some have narrow shoulders, and others wider hips. Contrary to what we're constantly told, there 's no such thing as a "perfect" silhouette , naturally more advantageous than any other. At The Body Optimist, we keep saying it: all bodies are beautiful . You just need to know a few tricks to find the jeans, dress, or shirt that fits you like a glove. For example, did you know that wrap blouses are the best friends of curvy figures? Or that it's possible to find stylish and comfortable swimsuits even if you have a larger bust ? Well, our section is here to teach you! And if there are certain aspects of your figure you're less happy with, we have advice for you too. For example, if you're self-conscious about your stomach, we recommend checking out our article on shopping for jeans when you have a tummy . Similarly, if you're unsure how to minimize the appearance of your hips , our article on that topic should be of interest.

We encourage you to overcome your apprehensions.

Insecurities often make us want to be invisible, so we hide behind baggy clothes and never dare to wear color. Daring to be seen, by embracing originality, is a courageous act . By showing you women with very different body types who fully embrace their appearance, we want to help you find that courage. We want to awaken that little voice in your head that says, "I can do it too!"

This section aims to encourage you to try new things . We want to help you find the courage to wear the clothes of your choice, whatever your body type. We particularly applaud models like Tess Holiday , who dare to break the mold by wearing outfits considered "unattainable" for plus-size women.

As the saying goes, "knowledge is power." Through our magazine, we want to empower you to freely express your personal style and feel confident in doing so. We help you learn more about cuts, fabrics, colors, and how to combine them. For example, we help you determine if your silhouette is closer to an A-shape or an 8, an hourglass or a rectangle . However, we strive to avoid giving any directives or imposing any kind of prohibition because we know it's time to stop trying to pigeonhole women into narrow categories .

Find the lingerie that suits you

Here, we also talk about underwear, always prioritizing your comfort above all else. Did you know that nearly 80% of women wear the wrong bra size? The reasons can be a lack of size diversity, but also a lack of knowledge about one's own body shape. The result is constant discomfort and limited fashion choices. In this section, we help you avoid making the same shopping mistakes . For example, we have articles to help you find lingerie that fits well, including for larger busts. And we always strive to find the most beautiful pieces because we know how much beautiful lingerie can contribute to feeling confident.

Finally, we try to guide you through the sometimes daunting world of shapewear . From shaping panties to bodysuits: you'll learn all about the best in shapewear.

Without hierarchy and always with kindness, our advice aims to make your time in the fitting room a little easier. We hope this section will help you get to know your body better and therefore love it more !