By mixing your own taste to it, you don\u2019t end up looking like a replica of other Romantics (if you don\u2019t want to). Instead, you\u2019ll be able to put together outfits that are exclusive to you and you alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\nThis article is a good place to start if you\u2019re still new and absolutely clueless about what to wear. Once you\u2019ve got a good grip of the principles, you can then start exploring and taking your own personal journey of self-expression through fashion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Not sure how a pure Romantic looks like? This<\/a><\/strong> article will show you with pictures and examples. It will also show you the styling principles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The following were taken from the book Metamorphosis by David Kibbe, the image professional who created the Kibbe system.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Dresses should always be feminine and flowing. Waist emphasis, ornate detail, and swirling our flouncy skirts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your use of separates should always include an artful blending of plush textures, draped fabrics, and luxurious colors so you never disrupt the soft fluidity of line. Always avoid any kind of harsh contrast between the top and bottom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jackets and blazers should always be fitted at the waist. Soft, supple styles with peplums, nipped-in waists, and belts are excellent. Lapels should be curved, rounded, or shawl-collared. A lapel-less model would also be good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Shoulders should be have rounded pads; gathers, tucks, or bouffant shapes work equally well. Sleeves should be tapered. The more intricate or antique-looking your buttons are the better. Any draped, gathered, or shirred touches are wonderful accents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong><\/em>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Skirts should be kept full and flowing with soft gathers at the waist and uneven hemlines. Your version of the basic “straight skirt” is actually tulip shaped: full and gathered at the waist and tapered at the hemline, which is short. <\/p>\n\n\n\n All flared styles are excellent, from trumpets and swings to any bias-cut or gored style. Length should be kept gracefully long on uneven hemlines (mid calf), and short on the tapered styles with an even hemline (mid kneecap).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pants should always be soft, draped, and showcase your luscious curves. Gathers at the waist and a tapered or pegged bottom are the best shape for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Looks for blouses with soft, draped styles, sophisticated flounces and frills or any antique styles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>: all tailored styles<\/p>\n\n\n\n Soft, fluffy knits. Clingy, draped knits. Plush knits. Short lengths with waist detail. Cowl necks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fitted shapes with ornate necklines and waist emphasis. Sheer fabrics. Draped fabrics. Plush fabrics. Sparkly fabrics. Elaborate trim.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Example<\/strong>: <\/p>\n\n\n\n Your shoes should be delicate with feminine styles. Strappy, slender-heeled with tapered or open toe. Lightweight and supple leather. Feminine flats with ornamentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>: <\/p>\n\n\n\n Small, rounded shapes. Soft, supple, leather or fabric. Ornamentation or luxurious detail (beads, gathers, trim). Delicate shoulder straps. Elegantly slim briefcases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Should be a soft and supple leather or fabric. Buckles should be intricate. All beaded, bejeweled, or sparkly styles are all excellent. Your belts are a focal point, and should be selected as carefully as a fine piece of jewelry. They should give a “cinched-waist” effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Soft, curvy shapes. Picture frame styles. Large, fluffy, fur hats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>: crisp or man-tailored hats<\/p>\n\n\n\n Keep your hosiery sheer. A “light leg” with the stocking and shoe in one color, several shades lighter than your hemline, is very elegant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your jewelry should always be delicate and lavish, with intricate and ornate touches. Rounded shapes, curves, swirls, and lots of dangles add the perfect touch to pull your look together. Sparkly materials are essential (crystal, gems, glass, polished metal, etc.), and an antique, baroque, or rococo effect is desirable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your hair should be soft and stylized with a wispy silhouette framing the face. It should have a set, somewhat ornate look, but should never be stiff. The cut must be layered to accentuate curl or wave, as well as to hold a set effectively. Perms are possible for you, but your hair will still need setting to avoid a messy look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your haircolor should be rich and luxurious. Highlights are possible, especially around the face, unless you are a deep brunette (in which case they will be extremely aging). Sprays of color around the face are soft and lovely in medium to light haircolors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Be careful with extreme haircolors (platinum blond, blue-black, and fiery red) — they are too stark for you unless that was your original color. If so, do not lighten the haircolor; doing so will immediately add ten years to your apparent age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your makeup should be elaborate and blended into a soft, watercolor face. Soft pretty colors (rose, peach, rust, pink) on cheeks and lips (glossy). Eye makeup should be colorful and soft, with a bit of sparkle even for daytime. Evening makeup can be extremely glitzy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Shape is the key to your look. Whatever mood you want to express, in whatever situation you find yourself– work, play, or glamour– keep your shapes rounded with soft edges. Circles, ornate swirls, and intricate flowing shapes are the direct expression of your extreme Yin. Soft bouffants are also acceptable. Always maintain the hourglass figure<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>: <\/p>\n\n\n\n Second only to shape in importance, your outline should always be soft and flowing silhouettes that showcase the lush curves or your body. Waist definition is essential, always, as in lots of gentle draping everywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Lightweight fabrics that drape easily. Softly woven fabrics (challis, crepe, tropical-weight woolens, jersey). Ultrashiny fabrics (charmeuse, shantung, crepe de chine, metallics). Ultrasoft or plush textures (suedes, velvets, boucl\u00e9 knits, angora). Sheer fabrics (chiffon, voile, batiste, handkerchief linen).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Detail should be soft, intricate, ornate, and feminine, with emphasis on framing your face. Oversized bows, flouncy ruffles, and delicate lace are always good choices as long as they are luscious and womanly, instead of “little-girlish”. Necklines should be soft and draped with curved edges (ornate necklines are especially sophisticated).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Shoulders should be curved, with round pads; shoulder tucks or gathers, leg o’ mutton, and draped dolman styles are all appropriate. Sleeves should be tapered at the wrist with intricate buttons, or very soft and flowing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Any kind of sparkle is excellent (pearls, sequins, beading, etc.). The waistline should always be emphasized, with soft gathers, folds, draped sashes, and lightweight and supple belts to give a cinched effect. Belt buckles should always be intricate and feminine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Accessories should always be kept feminine, ornate, and softly sophisticated. The effect may be lavish but the workmanship should be intricate and delicate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>: anything heavy, chunky, sharp, or tailored<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your use of color should emphasize a watercolor palette of soft pastels and luscious brights. Any shade that is named for a food or flower (grape, melon, raspberry, rose, salmon, etc.) is a prime candidate. Rich, luxuriously blended colors are your most effective tools to express your lush femininity. Pale neutrals (bone, dove gray, white, taupe) are your best accents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Prints should be rich and luscious with the emphasis on an abstract, watercolor blend (think Monet). Swirls of color, flowing together, with soft and rounded edges may be used in abundance. Keep prints luxuriously large; oversized florals or feathery shapes are especially lovely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n This article is all about Romantic Kibbe shopping guide for each piece of clothing and accessory. Please note that these are only examples. While this will give you ideas and inspirations, know that these are not rules only ways to wear your outfits. 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1. Dresses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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2. Separates<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
3. Jackets and blazers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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4. Skirts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
5. Pants<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
6. Blouses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
7. Sweaters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
8. Evening wear<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
9. Shoes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
10. Bags<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
11. Belts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
12. Hats<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
13. Hosiery<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
14. Jewelry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
15. Hair<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
16. Haircolor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
17. Makeup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Romantic Kibbe shopping guide and styling principles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Shape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Line and silhouette<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Fabric<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Detail<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Color<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Prints<\/h3>\n\n\n\n