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Would love a series on Basics for the Body Types!

My life makes sense now!! Ever since I was about 14 years old I felt completely out of place in a t-shirt. Now that I know I'm a Romantic, it only makes sense. Could you possibly do a video about easy switches from a basic t-shirt for each body type? For example, how you like the dainty cami top instead of a crew neck tee. I would love to hear more about misconceptions like these! Wonderful job, Ellie

How I like to wear t shirts as a Soft Dramatic: -choose a tailored one, so it follows your body shape, and doesn’t look as boxy -tuck it in to get waist emphasis, at least in the front - choose one with a v-neck or otherwise wider neckline It works

Amazing video! "Adjusting the basics" could be a name for a new, great series. As a fellow SC I look forward to every video of yours! :D

I'm a self typed theatrical romantic and nothing makes me feel worse about myself than a 'jeans and a tee shirt' outfit. I'm glad fashion has become much more eclectic now. A few years ago that seemed like the go-to uniform for everyone. I always wondered what was wrong with me. Why other girls looked good like that and I never did. It did real, lasting damage to my self esteem and I started to believe i just simply wasn't attractive considering i only looked good 'done up.' Unfortunately that era landed while I was at university. I wish I'd found myself and my style back then. I think uni would have been a totally different experience. I felt uncomfortable about my outfit every single day. Now I live a life completely free of 'jeans and a tee shirt.' Little singlet type tops - especially with lace, are so much better for people on this end of the spectrum. Waist emphasis is important for TRs but I also think showing some shoulder, upper arms and clavicle makes a huge difference with us too.

It's been ages since I've tried to wear a Tshirt. I'm a romantic and t-shirts have always made me look and feel fat. Thank you for helping me understand about my body type and what I can buy that is flattering. I've been on the search now for wrap tops and it's made a huge difference!

It all makes sense now. For years I have suffered trying to incorporate a simple white T into my wardrobe. Being a Soft Natural I never thought there was something besides button-up shirts or flowy blouses for me. However I have recently discovered that 3/4 sleeve boat neck tops or crew neck T-shirts look best on me. So, no more v-necks, no more draped, no more raglan, bat sleeve or off the shoulder T-shirts for me. I just found what suits my body-type and am gonna stick to it.

I’m an FG and I love T-shirts, the boxier the better! I never thought about how some people might not suit T-shirt’s because they’re such classic basic items

O my god, this is exactly what I've been telling people for years! It's just not flattering for my body type, it's not a basic for me.. glad to have found an anti t-shirt soulmate haha

I'm still not sure about my type but I'm definitely on the yang side and recently I found I really like wearing oversized t-shirts, especially men's t-shirts because they're heavier and more well made. Before I used to wear more feminine, curve-hugging kind of tops because I thought that's what I had to wear and I always felt uneasy and off. It's so obvious now, i don't have curves to hug! I'm blunt and boxy so boxy things suit me better

I have to somewhat disagree with this. I agree a crew neck tee doesn't look good on everyone, I'm one of those people. But a scoop neck fitted tee does looks good on me or even a boat neck tee. It has a lot to do with style and fit.

flamboyant natural here and I feel that way about pencil skirts. Don't even want them in my sight, let alone keep one in a capsule wardrobe

As a SD, i use v-neck Ts that are more fitted and a bit longer. They look pretty flattering, considering... as a mom, i need practical clothing and want to also stay in my lines. Not easy as a SD. The crewneck though looks like death on me!! 😂

100 % agree! SN here and haven't worn a t shirt for years, makes me look just slightly better than a potato sack. What works in lieu of a t shirt is rather short cardigans in a very thin soft fabric and the top buttons undone to have a V-neck effect.

This morning I was talking about how I haven't owned a t-shirt in years! I've never understood why they are on wardrobe essentials lists. This explains why they just dont work for me.

There are so many options for stretchy tops now. you can easily find something as comfy as a t-shirt but more flattering for your body shape👍🏽

I’m so tired of fashion magazines literally rehashing the same fashion advice about high waisted jeans and t-shirts. In theory that sounds like an amazing outfit, but honestly neither of those items flatter me whatsoever!

I’m glad you made a video on this! I’ve struggled with looking like I’m completely undone when wearing a tee. I discovered I’m a soft natural and have switched to a wrap style tee and it works a whole lot better for me.

For Soft Naturals like me, a T-shirt knotted at the waist can be perfect, because it emphasizes the width of our shoulders, and then tucks to add some soft waist emphasis at the bottom!

Absolutely agree! I'm a SD and haven't worn a T-shirt in years, I always feel dumpy and boxy with them. The only time I'll wear one is to sleep.

Literally so relatable . I am also a soft classic . I'm 17 knowing my body type and colour season is so fun and healing like i can own my feminine energy. Thanks you gave me inspiration and i feel you are like a big sister to me ❤

It's funny I had the opposite experience, I always thought t shirts were too casual or boyish but since figuring out I'm a dramatic I've realized they flatter me much more than girly flowy things I was drawn to before. Just like you said, a structured T is great on me!

This explains my frustration with tees and boxy tops! Please give alternative options!!

Basics for body types would be such a useful series! I love a tshirt, especially with something fun and personal on it. I agree it's totally dependent on finding the right cut and neckline. For example, boxy striped tee look off on me. I like a crewneck tee with everything from a tutu skirt to jeans 😊

Amazing!! You are the only person who can explain why a capsule wardrobe basic T does not work for everyone!! Absolutely love this advice. Immediate follow. Please also cover oversized blazers. (Theatrical romantic here) Thank you. 💜

So true. I'm a Romantic and I have never worn a classic T except to clean the house. I like feminine tops and, although finding comfortable ones in natural fabrics that are pretty (and you don't want to wreck because you're running errands in the hood on how humid days) can be both challenging and expensive.

I love your videos, literally reinvented my sense of style!

You always come with the bangers sis!!

This is Brilliant! As a fellow T-shirt struggler this video hits home. Tops are such a challenge to find in today's fashion world.

Agree in "theory", but believe it has more to do with the fabric and neckline choices. I can't wear stiff fabrics or crew/round necklines. But thin jersey-type fabric t-shirts with v-necks are a staple.

Thanks so much for addressing this! All these capsule wardrobes refer to so-called "classic" style, but not everyone is a classic!

What is interesting for me: I'm a flamboyant natural and usually love everything boxy like t-shirts. But I am pregnant now and gained around 10kg, especially around the bust, hips and back. Suddenly I have all this roundness in my body and my usual outfit combinations don't work anymore. Now I know why my usual t-shirt feels off and will embrace this time with flowy and soft shapes.

This video was very insightful! Looking forward to more basics videos 😁💕

I’m a theatrical romantic and I feel the least confident in how I look when I’m wearing a traditional crew neck t shirt. I have a couple of scoop necked shirts in my wardrobe just to have easy basics and they look ok, but even so I wouldn’t say it’s my best look.

i think im a soft dramatic? and this makes a LOT of sense. i do have certain tshirts that are okay, if im going for a particular look, like being edgy, but as a basic i usually just look frumpy in one

Your videos are on fire lately! Keep it going 😍🙌🏻

This video was great! I would love to see one on capsule wardrobes for each body type :)

I agree 100%! I add them to my wardrobe but just never reach for them when it comes down to dressing outside of the house!

I always felt like I look slightly off wearing any sort of T-shirts as a Romantic, and even tight-fitted shirts with v-necks couldn't save the situation. Now it makes a lot of sense, thanks Ellie-Jean!

This resonates a lot with me! I am a soft classic, and I have always felt I can only get away with certain types of T-shirts like if they are formfitting, softer fabrics, shorter sleeves, more open necklines.

Honestly this makes me feel more confident that I'm a soft gamine, because of my complicated relationship with t-shirts. I really need the waist definition provided by high-waisted pants for a t-shirt to work, but when I have that I look amazing.

Im a soft dramatic and i would say tee shirts are hit or miss. It usually needs something about it to add some ✨ flare ✨. Currently im wearing a t-shirt that has a built in tie. It keeps it relaxed (natural essence flex) but fits it enough to look good.

This is my favorite video that you’ve done so far! It’s so helpful to me because I’m a very similar body type and t-shirts don’t work for me at all. Now I know why. Thank you!

The only t-shirts I ever loved and that actually looked flattering on me were those that were cut with a curve, a discovery I made quite by accident. Basically if you lay down the t-shirt flat, the cut of the fabric from the armpits to the hips will curve inwards towards the waist and out to the hips, a concave shape. Classic t-shirts are cut straight down from armpit to hip, hence the name "T" shirt. The sleeve also matters. Women's t-shirts are usually cut with such short sleeves that some are basically cap sleeves and give no upper arm coverage at all. They're almost tank tops without the shoulder exposure. This isn't flattering for everyone. Men's t-shirts are usually cut to cover at least halfway down the upper arm, which is something that would be nice to see more often in women's t-shirts. As someone who has a lot of roundness, the classic, straight boxy cut of t-shirt is never going to be my best look, no matter how stylish it looks on others. The type that's cut with a curve looks amazing though. Unfortunately, they're so rare. The best t-shirt I ever had was cut with a curve, had fitted sleeves that went midway down my upper arm and was actually long enough the cover my hips. It's a shame that so little thought seems to be put into the cut of women's t-shirts because the right ones can be so easy, comfortable and flattering. As it stands, the only place a t-shirt has in my life is for loungewear and for that, the men's ones are superior with their longer sleeves, thicker fabric and overall roomier cut.

Been subscribed since your vids on school , love how your channel has progressed!

I never liked how I look in a t-shirt as a Soft Gamine, but I found my jam: form-fitting crop t-shirts with hight waisted skirts or pants. Game changer, I look so sleek and put-together.

Yes I'm so glad you made this video!! It makes so much sense, my T-shirts always go unworn

I've typed myself as SG (it really helped that people compared Jenna Coleman and Reese Witherspoon all the time 😅 had a bit of struggle but after 8 to 9 months I'm pretty sure were this is going) but I have always struggled with certain tshirts... like it just makes sense now why I tend to feel like I don't put a lot of effort when I actually do 😂❤ thank you so much!

I think there is a t-shirt for EVERY body type. Maybe it’s fitted, maybe a v-neck or a boat neck, maybe cup sleeves or 3/4 sleeves. Your right, a boxy men’s t-shirt isn’t right for softer types. But to avoid t-shirts completely, if you like this item, is not necessary I think 🤔

I have a romantic body type, never liked wear t shirts, but I found one that is flattering ....it's a size smaller and the t shirt is fitted.... some how that works

The relief at seeing my body type in the works for group is indescribable. Literally a staple for me. Only other option might be topless 😬

Finally understand! I never liked tee shirts either and always wondered why are they staples! Thanks!

Thank you so much! I am changing from Spring to Summer wardrobe at the moment and I feel better now about donating or repurposing most of my T Shirts. I am a soft natural, with a belly and an hourglass figure. I've noticed that I don't look good in most T-Shirts. Some cowl necks are ok, I definitely need a V neck. I have one shirt with a big butterfly, whose wings point to the shoulders, it kind of mimicks an hourglass and goes really well with my curves.

i love this message!

This confused me a little!! Because I am pretty sure I am a theatrical romantic but I feel very good in a very "fitted* tee shirt. If it's fitted nicely around my waist, I feel very relaxed and at home in it. A loose tee on the otherhand is a whole other story.

More like this please! I'm a TR and do have a comfy tee for those days when I do want to hide my body or am just not feeling particularly sensual. But I do have a cropped tight tee that fits so well and ends right at my waist that looks great with high waisted trousers or skirts, though so far that's the only tee shirt item I've found that looks nice on me, and there are definitely much nicer types of clothing for my type.💖

Yes!! As a (to the best of my analysis) soft gamine, I look best in short, boxy tshirts with high necklines (no always turtlenecks, just can't be too low cut in a round sort of way). I always have to make sure that it's not too oversized, because it'll overwhelm my narrow shoulders. I mainly need to consider sharpness at my neck, narrowness at my shoulders, softness at my chest and hips, and contrast elsewhere.

I don`t like t-shirts and now I know why. Thanks for this video.

I was confused in the first half. As a dramatic classic, tshirts of nearly any variety look great on me 😂

As a Soft Natural, here's some tips that might help my fellow SNs (based on what works for me): - raglan sleeves are my life saviors, they look really flattering on SN shoulders (also when it comes to hoodies) - cap sleeves are a no go, they just look too small - the wider the neckline the better, however v neck always looks off on me - avoid hiding your waist, go for a more fitted style or tuck in a looser shirt into high waisted pants - flowy fabrics will look less boxy

Thanks for this video! I've completely shifted my wardrobe to a capsule wardrobe and feel there's a little swapping I could do 😊 this helps!

Really liked this video. Super insightful.

This explains so much!! I think I’m a soft dramatic and boxy styles of t-shirt have never really done it for me. I own a couple thinner more loose ones which I enjoy wearing but they feel more akin to the blouses that I tend to gravitate toward. Button-downs or anything that kind of looks like an Edwardian shirtwaist (thin blousy fabric, lace/texturing details, a little bit of frill, big sleeves a great bonus) works a lot better for me as a t-shirt substitute (all tucked in ofc!). I also gravitate towards similar singlets to you, just in a bit of a looser style. I think they’re all great alternatives to a t-shirt that fit my style well

100% agree! I have an hour glass shape and t shirt just make me look big! I haven’t bought t shirt in years!

Wow. I knew before this video about Kibbe body type, but never understood it until today. Great video.

Ellie I'm a soft classic and summer causes me so much anxiety as i dont know what to wear! Can you suggest a few casual outfits for our body shape please 🙏

Omg THANK YOU for this video! I have always tried T-shirts and hated them on me. High necks make me look so not like myself. I want to study more about kibbe body type so I can understand my style and what works better on me. Thanks sooo much for this video!! ❤️

I found very useful info here! Thank you!

This is actually eye opening 😮

So true. The basic crewneck tee definitely isn’t a universally satisfying style of garment in relation to both individual style preferences and Kibbe body type style suggestions. In terms of Kibbe body types, it would be interesting to see if there are any “timeless” garment styles and/or cliche “wardrobe essentials” that actually do fulfill style suggestions for every single Kibbe body type.

Knotting a t-shirt to make it more wearable 🤦‍♀️ so relatable for this SD. If it's drapey enough (like a rayon spandex blend) I can make it work with knotting/tucking and some amazing accessories. But ironically it's one of the least effortless things I can put on my body.

Omg I feel the same. ❤❤ Thanks for sharing

I love my T-shirts. Not just to wear as part of an outfit, but they’re super useful for wearing under pullovers in winter and blouses in spring/autumn.

Attention , soft naturals: Home-made, off-the-shoulder t-shirts are the best. I take a shirt with a slim fit (not tight) in the torso (men’s small works best for me) and I cut out the collar in a boat neck shape.Then I cut off the sleeves at the hem. If it’s a big boxy t-shirt, I’ll knot the sides with hair-ties and tuck them under. This style honors the width in my shoulders while providing waist emphasis. The styles of t-shirt that don’t work for me are crew necks and scoop necks. It’s ok to cut up your t-shirts. That’s what Ellie tried to do. I can see her point that in the end it just didn’t feel right. I love t-shirts, but I have to modify them first.

I have the same issue with t-shirts! In fact, I own the EXACT top you posted in your thumbnail 😂

I love this video!!! It completely makes sense. My mother is Romantic, I'm TR, and I can see it. It isn't flattering on us, at all. Now I know why. Thanks!!😊

Loved this- I’ve been slowly coming to this realization (soft dramatic here) but this puts the nail in the coffin. Would have loved to see some suggestions on what’s a good alternative for each type. Thanks for all you do!

I love a basic tee but I know it’s not great for my body type. Thank you for sharing!

Thank you, this video and info really resonated with me. My experience as a flamboyant gamine is that I have to be careful that T-shirts aren’t too big or wide in the shoulders, as my shoulders are narrow often t-shirts drown my frame. But with the right t-shirt or a cropped tee, it works great!

Thank you so much for this video! I always thought there was something wrong with me. Until I figured out I'm a Soft Natural. I also don't understand why T-shirts are in every classic collection or capsule wardrobe!

I have only read the title and not watched the video yet but I think a lot of people seem to have forgotten why many people like to wear T-shirts in the first place; COMFORT!

I think it depends on the type of t-shirt and the way you wear it. Of course, more varieties of t-shirts would probably favor some body types more than others, but that doesn't mean that some body types can't pull off any type of t-shirt, and even so, the way you style them can help make the outfit slightly more harmonious than it would be without styling it a certain way.

I feel you. I've always felt so blegh in tshirts and wondered why i couldnt have that effortless jeans and tshirt look other girls wear... Im not delicate enough to wear spaghetti strap tops or the style youre wearing in the video unless its much wider than usual After experimenting for a while ive settled on a soft button up blouses as my staple, either worn cropped or loosely tucked into high waisted skirt/pants bloused over and that seems to work. Im glad youve also figured out what works for you:)

I’ve been putting so much effort into my outfits every single day this school year (mainly bc of your channel) and you posted this on the ONE DAY I wear a tshirt… I feel attacked lmao

Hi Ellie! I just wanted to say that I think the long bob suits you even better than your current hairstyle! Love your content!

Self-typed Soft Dramatic here - I struggled for years as to why I couldn't make a T-shirt work then I discovered bardot bodies, anything off shoulder, anything with a boat neck seemed to honour my broad shoulders and the truer T shape far more. If I cover my bust and curves I tend to look 'frumpy' and big, if I accentuate them, I tend to look more put together

I’ve always felt this about t shirts!!!!

I like oversized band / hippie shirts, and that’s it. Normal t shirts don’t look good on me, blouses are more flattering

I needed to hear this as a SN. Most of my tops are t shirts but i know they don’t look the best on me. The biggest problem I have with t shirts is that they lack waist definition. And tucking it in creates weird drapes and folds which I don’t like. So i gravitate towards figure hugging stretchy shirts, but I it creates slightly strangled effect ( which is okay, but not perfect) But I still wear them often because they’re usually the most practical

This makes so much sense! I’m really starting to notice how out-of-place I feel in t-shirts. I have the double curve and I always find myself pulling the T-shirts at the back so it outlines my frame better. Would love to hear some ideas for replacement t-shirts!!

Soft Classic here 🙋🏻‍♀️. More more moooree!

You’re so great at this! I have tried so hard with T-shirts for ages and gravitate towards pretty embroidered blouses and peplum tops instead and guess what- I’m definitely a romantic! It all makes sense now… would love a similar video on jeans! Another one where nothing seems to look right on me (:

Love!!

Great to hear that you're speaking in a more measured pace; watched all the way through. Thanks.

Agree! True for me also! Soft Classic here.

I love the idea of band tees and I have many, but I never really feel good in them unless I crop them or something. This video explains why. I have a pear body shape and carry most of my weight in my legs and buttocks. I get the same feeling towards blazers, unless they are short. I have kinda figured it out over the years, but I've spent so much money on pieces I likes, but that didn't feel right when putting an outfit together. I wish I had found your channel sooner ❤

Yes!!! I've been struggling with this for months now, I feel like I don't need a single t-shirt in my wardrobe, I definitely prefer blouses that I'm calling "better than basic". But I suspect I'm a Soft Classic just like you :)

Soft/Dramtic the narrow towards the neck sleaveless is my go to - a racer-back tank & a T had a baby. - never ever a streight sleeveless great Vidi 😎☕💋

Ahhh thank you!! Now it’s crystal clear to me that I’m SD and not D. T-shirts NEVER work for me.