Hi - I am 5'5" and weigh about 143-145 pounds.  I have
slim to no hips, a small chest (34C) and a broader upper body than
lower body.  For example, I can wear a size 6 pant (8 is usually too
big) but a size 10 top (which, depending on the maker, can be a bit
tight at times.)I have medium-dark brown skin, brown eyes, black-brown
short hair.  My shoulders are rounded (hereditarily) though I try to
maintain good posture. I constantly contend with a growing waistline
(currently about 28 -29 inches, I'm guessing but that may be a low
estimate.) My question is, what types of outfits should I look
at when buying business suits, casual clothes (for those casual days
at work) and sports outfits?  One interesting thing I found is that as
far as dresses are concerned, spaghetti straps seem to work best! (go
figure!)  I would have thought that I would only look broader since my
hips are small. Please help before I make some serious wardrobe faux
pas'.

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Clarification of Question by yeemah-ga on 29 Aug 2004 00:00 PDT

I also need to add that I am 48 years old and tend to favor
conservative styles over fads.

Here's several pages of links to help you get started.

http://www.be.young.dsl.pipex.com/fashion/fashin-shape.htm

http://msucares.com/pubs/publications/p2228.htm

http://ehow.com/how_3249_choose-colors-flatter.html


Looking Your Best
http://ehow.com/list_1059.html

http://ehow.com/how_3407_dress-you-are.html

http://ehow.com/how_17691_choose-sundress-flatters.html

http://ehow.com/how_2616_choose-neckline.html

http://ehow.com/how_17693_choose-bra-wear.html

http://ehow.com/how_2603_build-womans-fall.html

http://ehow.com/how_2611_accessorize-casual-wardrobe.html

http://ehow.com/how_1452_dress-casual-night.html

http://ehow.com/list_1057.html


Best regards,
tlspiegel

In terms of workout clothes, you both might want to take a look at
NetSweat.com. This fitness site is a great resource for women. In
particular, you might want to checkout the following two sections of
the site:

Women's Fitness Clothes Store
http://www.netsweat.com/women_fitness/women_fitness_clothes_store_index.htm

Plus Size Fitness Clothing Store
http://www.netsweat.com/A_Big_Attid/index.html