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A romantic is one of the David Kibbe appearance types, with a pronounced Yin, that is, femininity. The romantics are characterized by elegance and attractiveness, laced with aristocratism and diplomacy.
Marilyn Monroe is a Kibbe type of romantic
Women with the Romantic body type devote a lot of time to external beauty, because it is the main manifestation of love for them. Decorations, turning the simple into the complex, using an abundance of details - this is what makes a romantic happy.
According to Kibbe's theory, romantics are women with an attractive figure, ideal proportions, and an overall softness in appearance. A specific set of external characteristics is determined by an analysis of appearance - height, bone structure, physique, facial features.
Ashley Judd is a Kibby-type romantic
A romantic according to Kibbe maybe:
Let's look at each of the subtypes in more detail, consider by what criteria to determine their type of romantic and find out what clothes you need to choose if you belong to a type with a pronounced Yin.
Type Description: Pure romantics in the Kibbe system are attractive women with a real magnetic energy. Usually romantics choose creative professions, but you can also meet them in the business world. Wherever a romantic comes in, there is an atmosphere of creativity, lightness, and fabulousness.
Madonna
Height - medium to low, usually no higher than 165 cm.
Body is soft. Breasts and hips are voluminous and the waist is thin, so the body type is usually hourglass. Arms and legs are fleshy and lush.
Bone frame is small, but broad. The shoulders are sloping, the feet and hands are small, but can be slightly wide.
Face is sensual, feminine. The eyes are large, the lips are full, the cheeks are soft. All facial features are softened, rounded.
Hair type - always soft, often thick. Can be wavy or curly, always thin.
Color type: can be anything, but with glowing skin of a delicate hue.
Where the extra weight is deposited: everywhere. The body becomes full in all parts, but especially the face is became more rounded.
A pure romantic can NOT:
What kind of clothes suit the type of romantic best? Rounded soft shapes, rounded corners, soft transitions - all these are the basis of the pure romantic type's style. Clothes should be complex, intricate, but inspired and feminine.
Helena Bonham Carter
What will not suit the pure romantic: straight lines, sharp angles and outlines, geometric silhouettes and prints.
The basis of the closet for the pure romantic is made of light, well draped fabrics, as well as materials with a soft texture. Wool, jersey, suede, velvet, chiffon, cambric and linen will do. The softer the fabric, the more laconic it will look on the romantic.
Pay attention to details: jewelry, accessories, finishing of clothes. Feminine and sophisticated natures will not suit the minimalistic style, but the romantic style with its delicate lace, an abundance of jewelry and soft outlines will fit perfectly.
The colors are soft, watercolor, but diluted with a bright palette. Pay attention to the shades that have names of flowers or fruits - raspberry, grape, strawberry. Neutral shades will also do, but it is better to choose from a light palette.
Prints - abstract watercolor in the spirit of Claude Monet, scatterings of flowers, feathers and other romantic prints - the best choice for the type of pure romantic.
Jackets and blazers for pure romantic choose by a figure with an accent at the waist. To accentuate your figure is a must. Models with a basque will also do. If you wear jackets with shoulder pads, make sure that they are rounded and soft, not sharp. Jackets with vintage intricate buttons look great.
Skirts for pure romantic are only puffy. If you need something a little less romantic, consider a tulip skirt. For summer outfits suit models of sun cut, and for the evening looks - godet. The length - any, but better look midi with the bottom line at the knee level or to the middle of the shin.
Tulip skirt
Pure romantic's style by Kibbe does not imply strictness and clarity, so straight pants with sharp details will not do. But do not go to extremes - shapeless buggy or over-size sports pants are also inappropriate. Soft pants, which emphasize the hips, will do. Good choice - pants styles like carrot, chinos and other options with narrowing to the ankle.
The vintage style suits the pure romantic type perfectly - shirts and blouses with ruffles, flounces, jabots. From modern models you can also find suitable models - soft, from light fabric, forming pleats, with romantic trim and voluminous details.
Dresses for the body type pure romantic - feminine, romantic, flowing, with an accentuated waist line. Suitable dress with a puffed skirt, which lies in pleats or flounces. Give up strict models, as well as popular dresses-coats. Straight silhouettes will also not be the best choice.
Choose shoes that are feminine and elegant. Shoes with a thin heel, sandals with an open nose, as well as pairs without heels will do. Preferably, the shoes should be embellished, ornate. Stiff, rough and too plain pairs should be left for other body types - they are too unromantic for you.
When choosing accessories, take into account your external characteristics, especially your height. So that jewelry, bags, and other details do not conflict with a short stature, give preference to small or medium-sized items.
Bags - rounded shape and small size. Small clutches and thin briefcases are also suitable.
Jewelry are delicate but intricate. Soft, rounded shapes are the basis of the pieces. Everything shining - metal, glass, precious and semiprecious stones - will perfectly fit into the type of appearance of a pure romantic according to Kibbe.
Nicola Coughlan
Drew Barrymore
Helena Bonham Carter
Leighton Meester
Christina Ricci
Type description: the theatrical romantic according to Kibbe's typology is a soft and feminine nature, but with a touch of light drama. If the pure romantic is dominated by Yin, the theatrical romantic type is an appearance with a slight shadow of Yang. Masculinity is manifested in a slight sharpness of the bone skeleton, especially in the nose, chin and shoulders.
Amanda Seyfried
Height - below 165 cm.
Body is petite, soft. Hourglass figure, obvious curves, soft arms.
The bone skeleton is small, graceful. Some facets are pointed - the cheekbones, shoulders, nose, jaw. Palms and feet are small.
Face is feminine and soft. The eyes are large, the lips are plump, the cheeks are soft and rounded. A pointed cheekbone or chin, a sharp nose add drama to the image.
The hair type is soft and silky. It can be thin and straight or thick wavy.
Color type - any, but more often bright and expressive.
Where the excess weight is deposited: on the soft parts of the body - arms, thighs, face. In this case the figure retains the outline of an hourglass.
The theatrical romantic does NOT:
Recommendations for the theatrical romantics are based on shapes. They can be rounded, like for a pure romantic, or slightly pointed - this will emphasize the slight Yang in the appearance and make the image more dramatic.
Rachel McAdams
What to avoid: When choosing forms, it is important not to stray into excessive sharpness and symmetry. All clear, massive, rigid is not suitable. After all, you are a romantic and feminine in appearance.
Use fabrics that are soft and drapeable. Silk, suede, velvet, angora, as well as shiny and translucent materials will look spectacular and harmonious.
Atufit details must be complex, multifaceted, thoughtful - no simplicity, only luxury. Don't be afraid to go overboard with decorations - it's almost impossible for a theatrical romantic to do that.
Colors: Concentrate on juicy, bright colors and contrasts. For more romantic and tranquil looks, a pastel palette will do, but dark shades are not the best option, because they look too heavy and rude. If you want to wear something dark, choose things made of soft fabric with a plush surface, like velvet.
Prints: rich, complex, with plenty of details. Watercolor, abstraction, floral print, paisley. Paints should be large or medium-sized.
Choose jackets with a narrowing at the waist. Length - short and very short. Models with silk trimmed lapels, bass or embroidered decorations will effectively complement the image.
Wear skirts that emphasize hips - tulip, godet, sun cuts. It is acceptable to wear short skirts and midi length models, but it is better to refuse from maxi. The thing should not be too simple - choose the items decorated with prints or auxiliary decorations.
Consider the now fashionable short pants and jeans that end at ankle level or slightly above. The cut is tapered to the bottom, but made of soft fabric, which itself forms folds.
Your version of shirts and blouses are embellished and sophisticated. The fabric is soft and flowing. The trim is rich, consisting of many details.
Any dress - whether it's a business style model or a romantic summer dress for a walk - should emphasize the forms. Do not forget to put accents in the waist area. The silhouette can be romantic and flared or have a slightly more discreet tapered shape.
Theatrical romantic's shoes choice - feminine shoes with a heel or without it. Fashionable sandals with thin straps, sandals with an open toe and heel, feminine ballet flats will do. Winter shoes should also be elegant and delicate - no rough tractor soles, thick leather and brutal decor.
Choose bags with small, rounded shape, rich and intricate embellishment. The material should be soft, and the strap should be thin and graceful.
A special attention should be paid to accessories - there should be a lot of them even in everyday images. Glamorous shiny earrings, pendants of complex shapes, Rococo style accessories - all this is in harmony with theatrical romantic body type.
Isabelle Adjani
Salma Hayek
Natalie Portman
Sarah Gadon
Mila Kunis
What is a romantic type according to Larson?
Based on Kibbe's type theory, stylist Dwyn Larson developed her own classification, which includes 4 main types and the results of their blending. The Romantic according to Larson's system is the same miniature and rounded type, but it can change dramatically when mixed with other types. For example, the natural romantic type, looks much larger, although it retains the softness inherent in the romantic part of the appearance.
We'll talk about Larson's theory separately and tell you what different mixes of styles look like, including romantic.
What is the romantic-dramatic type?
It's mixture of romantic and dramatic types in Larson's theory, as is the previously mentioned romantic-natural as well as, gamine-romantic.
According to Kibbe's theory, a romantic is a soft and sensual type. What if I don't like that style?
No one can force you to follow the advices of Kibbe, Larson, or anyone else. The types and their descriptions are a tool for those who want to find their style and can't decide which way to go.
Also, romantic, contrary to popular misconception, is not just about ruffles and bows. Kibbe's recommendations can be adapted to almost any style. Look at, say, Madonna - she is a romantic by type. The woman dresses sassy and sexy.
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