BJ Challenge (cause one of us sucks) 2

It doesn't hurt to use our avatars as inspiration for real life fashion. Judie and I decided to work on the BJ Challenge (cause one of us sucks) and will explore how to dress different shapes even if the shapes we feature are unlike our usual avatar shape or our real life shapes. Surely one or more will SUCK big time! LOL

All styles are not meant for all shapes. For this first Shape Comparison post, we will post pics vertically, and comment a little more seriously than I plan to in the future. 

I decided to use the Hilly Haalen (hh) dress, which is one of the Group Gifts available at (hh). There is something there for EVERYONE and (hh) offers beautiful, updated outfits and separates for great prices as well. Pay attention for events featuring (hh), as I bought a beautiful outfit at an event last fall and it took me some work to figure out how to grow Bo up to look less like a little girl in Mommy's outfit and more like an adult woman of the world.
We are not endorsing one shop over any other, this happened to be my first choice for this week and I give the shop a big thumbs up!

Hilly Haalen Marketplace
Hilly Haalen Taxi

Apple

In my opinion (and remember that I am not the fashion expert of our team), drawing in the waist is a good idea for Apple figures. Knee length or shorter are good, as these ladies usually have nice legs and want to accentuate that. Having a neckline too high is not good. It's probably better to try to elongate the neckline. Cap sleeves are a definite no-no, as it can make a broad shoulder with nice legs look like an American football player.
Outfit: (hh) Gift Fia Drape Dress
Accessories: Hudsons - My Harts Platinum Necklace and Earrings (gift), Lazuri Esme Bracelet, Texture Change (gift)
Shoes: ChicChica - Princess Black

Banana

This is a perfect dress for the banana shape in my opinion. Bananas can wear anything on the top to draw attention up and out. Bananas can get away with belted or wrap waistlines to create the illusion of a waist. As well... hey these girls can get away with any length dress. 

Hourglass

The key to an hourglass figure is to not cover it up. Accentuate the curves! Don't wear bulky tops or jackets or you will create the illusion of having an Apple shape. Show if off girls!

Accessories: Lazuri Dulcina La Rue SE Colors Earrings (hud), (BREATHE) October Bracelet - Silver, Sunglasses LEGENDAIRE ADRIANA SUNGLASSES BLACK (hud for frame color options)
Shoes: N-core KAREN "Red" for Maitreya High Feet
Hair: ARGRACE - Hotori 

Pear

Necklines should be a bit lower. It's important to draw the attention up to try to achieve balance. Tops should not fall at the widest part of the hip. Peplum or empire tops are usually nice - as are faux wrap tops. Just balance the sleeves and chest and dress the bottom more simply. They should either be shorter to hit at the smaller waist line or open cardigan or jacket that also doesn't hit at the widest part of the hip. Also pants that are too narrow or short make the body look choppy, so balance trousers with top and bring color UP!

Accessories: Lazuri Tres Chic Earrings, Bracelet, Necklace Rings (full hud options)
Shoes: (kokoia) - Allegra Heels (hud)
Hair: Magika - Out of Breath

BJ Challenge (cause one of us sucks) 1

Just as in reality - we can run in to someone on the street or at the office wearing exactly the same thing! Hopefully it won't be too obvious when each look is complete with hairstyle, accessories, shoes - highlighting our own best features as much as possible.

So let's see how the girls pull off this classic little black dress (Group Gift) by MH. This dress has a beautiful texture, cross body shoulder trim over drop shoulders, a perfectly positioned little black belt and terrific length to show a little leg.

hm...can petite pear shaped Bo pull of a sophisticated look for an evening dinner party with colleagues and impress the boss of the boss?

The HORROR! Banana shaped Judie showed up at the dinner party wearing the exact same dress!! Bloody hell, she's got it in the bag by sportin' the tie!

 Well, can we pretend not to notice?!

Bo is wearing: MH - Emilia Dress (gift)

Accessories: LUXE. Triangle Necklace Gold, Earthstones Pamela Earrings - Shades of Amber,

EarthStones Callie Bangles - With Love, Ec.Cloth- Infinity Ring (Black option)

Shoes: (kokoia)::Allegra Shoes

Hair - Truth /Imani

Judie is wearing: MH - Emilia Dress (gift)

Accessories :[HU] Rachel Tie

Shoes: Apple May:Blossom heels black

Hair: Analog Dog . Omega