Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #652054 in Books
• Published on: 1991-03-15
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback

Customer Reviews

Great Basic Information
This is a wonderful book if you would like plain, common-sense, timeless information about which styles will flatter your figure, conceal your figure flaws, and enhance your positive features. This is a short book, with an extensive table of illustrated styles from top to bottom. While reviewing some fashion guides, some reviewers mentioned that there weren't any photos or pictures! No such problem with this book.

I was convinced of the utility of this book when the chart said a square-shaped neckline would flatter and enhance my upper body and help to deflect attention from wide hips. I got such a shirt, and I was amazed at how much better I look. I got two compliments on the same day. I can't wait to put other style advice into practice.

I do regret only a few things about this book, which prevented me from giving the book five stars. I would have liked more information about fabric weights and textures which would be flattering for certain body types; and also, more information on shoe styles which would also flatter foot shapes. I have long, very narrow feet and would have liked information on how to make them look less like skis! I have a friend with wide, block-like feet who would like to create the illusion of more narrow feet. Perhaps Ms. Larkey will soon create an updated edition (please!) that would address these areas.

I would recommend this [low]-priced book to anyone of any age who wants solid advice about which styles would suit and flatter her figure.

Read this book and improve your look
No book is perfect but do not miss this book based on a few flaws. This is the best book for finding clothes that will look wonderful on you.

Yes the models are older and the photos are a little dated but the real meat of the book is timeless. I sew my own clothing and with this book I now know which patterns will never ever look good on me. I have saved so much time and money with this book.

I read it through and then went shopping using my new knowledge. I could only find two tops that the book told me would look good, and indeed they did and I went home with them. It was a pleasant change from trying on every thing that caught my eye until I found something that I looked good in. I even tried a few things the book said I would look lousy in, and yes I did look lousy.

This is a wonderful book. I've tried lots of other books to make yourself look better, like the HOAX system. This book is the very best. It tells you all the little details will make you look your best. It even covers little things like which cuffs will look good on you.

I recommend this book highly.

Great, but a bit out of date
This book has some great basic info about the shapes and styles of clothing that look best on your figure. However, it was written ten years ago and a number of the "classic" styles included are not found anymore. The book also seems to be geared (style-wise)towards creating a flattering but matronly look. Figure-challenges occur at all ages, not just in women over 50. An updated version of the book would be most helpful.