The short answer is: yes! If you know something about psychology, then you will also know about the Ebbinghaus illusion. In this, the same object surrounded by bigger ones seems smaller, and surrounded by smaller objects looks bigger. We can apply this conclusion to create optical illusions in dressing. How to create optical illusions withContinueContinue reading “Optical illusions in dressing?”
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Is height a factor in beauty?
Height is half of beauty. According to this proverb a good height is a factor in beauty, put simply. This obession for height came to the top in around the 80s, when supermodels took the place of actresses on the podium of the world’s most beautiful women. But being short doesn’t mean you can’t beContinueContinue reading “Is height a factor in beauty?”
How to dress for a high barycentre
This is a very beautiful characteristic that too often, unfortunately, is not given its worth. It gives the figure a bit more proportion and balance, whatever the height. Here, you’ll learn how to carry it with majesty. Some examples of a high baryentre (short torso and longer legs) are Alexa Chung and Caroline Vreeland. HereContinueContinue reading “How to dress for a high barycentre”
How to dress for a low barycentre
In the last post, we briefly discussed the barycentre (note: it doesn’t really have much to do with your height). In this one, we’ll share some tips on how to dress if your barycentre’s low. Before classifying it as some “physical defect”, don’t despair: many famous people have it, including Kate Middleton and Jennifer Lopez.ContinueContinue reading “How to dress for a low barycentre”
How knowing your proportions can elevate your closet
Everyone has their golden number, they just need to find it. Meaning, everyone is perfect as they are, only that fashion magazines and catwalks often tend to imply the opposite. If a person feels like they are not enough, it’s not their fault. The fashions are forcing that person into the wrong container and settingContinueContinue reading “How knowing your proportions can elevate your closet”