The following were taken from the book Metamorphosis by David Kibbe, the image professional who created the Kibbe system.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Soft Gamines’ dresses should be very shaped at the waist with crisp necklines, cuffs, and intricate or animated detail. Flounces added to skirts are very sophisticated if used sparingly. Sharp shoulder definition is important, and gathers, shirring, etc., are excellent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Skirts may be tapered or flared but should not be voluminous. Bouffant dresses are extremely chic and sexy on you. Asymmetrical hemlines and tea-length gowns are also extremely striking on you, as are all blouson styles with extra tapering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Separates are effective when used with a very head-to-toe “ensemble approach.” Mix them together artfully, always picking up their specific theme (whether it be color, print, or fabric elsewhere in your outfit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jackets should be short and shapely with lots of detail and trim. They should always show the waist; they may be cropped above it or flare out into a crisp peplum. Keep them very fitted. Contrasting trim, tapered cuffs, and shoulder detail are all excellent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Soft Gamines’ skirts should be short, trim, and shapely. They should have a defined waistband, usually with small, crisp gathers. Your version of a straight skirt should be tulip-shaped and tapered at the knee. This hemline is even and ends mid knee or very slightly below (never longer).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Long skirts are tapered at the knee (or just below), and then flare out gently into a modified trumpet shape. If this is a very slight flare, a slit is possible. This hemline is uneven and will end mid calf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Asymmetrical hemlines are also excellent. An evening-gown length will be short, showing the ankle. Bouffant skirts are also very exciting on you. Low or dropped flounces are elegant touches on skirts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Soft Gamines’ pants should be very shapely, showcasing the waist with crisp gathers or soft pleats and tapering at the ankle. The hemline should be short, showing the ankle. Cropped styles are excellent, as are skintight styles, such as toreadors, for fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Blouses should be soft and draped but ultrafitted at the neck and cuff, with bodice detail. You may go for very crisp touches of ruffles or lace, which will be very chic, or may opt for a streamlined look, with animated outlining. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Silky blouses are best although sheer cottons, voiles, batiste, and handkerchief linen may also be used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your sweaters should be very fitted at the waist and cuff areas with small and crisp collar additions. Ribbed trim and intricate detail (such as appliqu\u00e9, beading, sparkles, jewels, etc.) are very sopisticated, as are extremely animated patterns when kept small and swirling or crisp and curvy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Soft Gamine sweaters are best when they are fluffy or have a deep pile (angora, boucl\u00e9, etc.). Skinny knits must be very shaped into blouson styles that are ultrafitted at the neck. waist, cuff, and shoulder areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Fitted shapes with crisply ornate trim. Smooth fabric with glitzy trim. Beading sparkles, bows, netting, and playfully sexy accessories. The following are great examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your shoes should be lightweight and delicate with tapered toe and heel. Touches of intricate trim. Bare and strappy are good, as are open toes and sling-backs. Flats should be very feminine. Light and bright shades are excellent choices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Your belts should be narrow to moderate and crisp. Contrasting colors are excellent. Buckles should be curved, swirled, or slightly intricate. Material should be very elgant leather, reptile, or exquisite fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid: <\/strong>wide, stiff belts<\/p>\n\n\n\n Soft Gamines’ hats should be small and crisp in rounded shapes with minimal trim (veils, feathers, etc.). Crisp caps are also good, but keep the shapes small and rounded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your hosiery should contrast with your hemline at all times, except for a very dressy evening look (when they will be very sheer and silky).<\/p>\n\n\n\n Generally, a “light leg” is the most chic look for you, and you can either blend it with the shoe, which is very elegant, or contrast it with both the hemline and the shoe, which is most charming. <\/p>\n\n\n\n An opaque stocking is best for the funky, contrast look, while a sheer stocking is better with the light leg blend. Flesh-toned stockings are best when the hemline and shoe are of matching, vibrant colors, or with bare, summertime outfits. Lacy textures and sparkly trim are fun for evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid: <\/strong>one long line of dark color<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jewelry is one of your most important accessories, for it adds the sophistication and touch of wit to your look. Shapes should be rounded and crisp, whether circles, swirls, ovals, clusters, teardrops, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Irregular and animated pieces are excellent as long as you keep your curves highlighted. Brightly colored pieces capture both your vivacity and your animation to perfection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Big, bright beads are always excellent. Keep earrings crisp and on the ear (or spraying up) as opposed to dangles. Wristbands are bracelets should be bangles. Unusual pins and brooches are also wonderful touches to spice up your appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Don’t be afraid to be a little outrageous with your jewelry; let your sense of humor show. It can be the area in which your saucy elegance comes across most clearly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A Soft Gamine’s hair should always be soft and tousled, with soft layering on top of a boyishly cropped cut. The combination of cropped underneath\/ feathered on top is ultrafeminine on you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Asymmetrical cuts are possible if the hair is curled or waved, although this style should be finger-teased for fullness. Feathery fringe around the face is always good for you. Length must be kept short. Long hair simply won’t work for you because it drags you down and hides your animation, your electricity, and your sensuality!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Soft Gamines’ haircolors should be rich and vibrant. If you decide to color your hair, go for a fairly bright shade. Softening your haircolor tends to be too tiring on you, but subtle highlights around the face or on top may accent the softly tousled look that is your trademark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Avoid:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nSoft Gamine Shopping Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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