Are Your Clothes Actually Flattering for Your Body Type?

By: Teresa M.
Estimated Completion Time
3 min
Are Your Clothes Actually Flattering for Your Body Type?
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About This Quiz

A size six at Walmart is not the same size six found at Ann Taylor! Unless you've figured out your exact size at every store on the planet, it can be impossible to know which size will always fit you best. And let's not even get started on what cuts and styles look best on your body type! Sometimes, finding the perfect clothes is such a complicated endeavor that it's hard to know whether the ones we've chosen really flatter our bodies!

Have no fear! That's why we're here. As we examine your specific body type and the clothes you find most appealing, we'll get a good look at the way you style yourself and the way you see yourself. Our team of virtual stylists will delve into your fashion sense, and we'll carefully scrutinize your wardrobe to make sure you wear the things that highlight your amazing curves or you waif-like hips! No matter your build, let's make sure you are wearing the clothing that shows you off to the world! 

You won't need a tape measure or a 360-degree mirror to find out if your clothes are flattering! We're here to make sure you know for sure - are you wearing the most flattering things for your body type? Let's find out!

Which pattern would you never wear?
Gingham
Plaid
Paisley
Houndstooth
What kind of jeans do you wear most often?
Skinny jeans
Bootcut jeans
Boyfriend jeans
I don't wear jeans.
What cut of skirt do you prefer?
A-line
Pencil
Mini
Maxi

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When is the last time you were fitted for a bra?
I don't wear a bra.
It's been a while.
It was recently.
I've never been properly fitted.
Do you always try clothes on before you buy them?
I always try them on.
I usually try them on.
I never try them on.
It depends what I'm buying.
Do your socks always match?
Usually
Always
Sometimes
I never wear socks.

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What kind of shoes would match the majority of your wardrobe?
Sneakers
Ballet flats
Heels
Boots
Do you wear a lot of black clothing?
I wear mostly black.
I do wear a lot of black.
I try to avoid darker colors.
I tend to use black as an accent.
Which store are you more likely to buy clothing from?
Macy's
Target
Nordstrom
American Eagle

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How would you describe your height?
Average
Short
Tall
Really short
Which of your body's features do you try to hide with clothes?
I don't try to hide any of it.
Hips
Stomach
Breasts
Which feature do you try to accentuate?
Hips
Legs
Breasts
Face

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Do you know your measurements?
I have no idea.
I know my bra size.
I do know them.
I used to know them.
Can you pull off a sleeveless shirt?
I love sleeveless shirts.
I like a little sleeve.
I don't like wearing sleeveless shirts.
I don't care if I pull them off, I wear them.
How would your best friend describe your sense of style?
Unique
Bold
Soft
Jazzy

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Do you prefer jackets or sweaters?
It depends on the outfit.
I like them both.
I love sweaters.
I love jackets.
Which celebrity would you most like to dress like?
Kim Kardashian
Ellen DeGeneres
Oprah Winfrey
Kate Hudson
What type of pants would you never wear?
Khaki
Corduroy
Hammer pants
Cargos

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Do you read a lot of fashion magazines?
I look at them in the grocery store line.
I subscribe to a couple.
I look through them at the doctor's office.
I never read them.
Do you dress for comfort or for looks?
I try to balance the two.
I dress more for the occasion.
I like trying different styles.
I dress more for comfort.
What type of belt might you wear?
Canvas belt
Leather belt
I don't wear belts.
Metal belt

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What do you think when you see yourself in the dressing room mirrors?
"That's a nice view!"
"Get me out of here!"
"These lights are horrible."
"I'm never going shopping again."
What kind of gown would you wear to a formal affair?
Little black dress
Mermaid gown
Princess gown
Strapless mini
Which accessory do you wear most?
Necklace
Bracelet
Ring
Scarf

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Do you ever buy what you see on the mannequin?
Sometimes
Never
Rarely
Always
Do you take someone clothing shopping with you?
My kids usually go.
My best friend comes with me.
I like to shop alone.
Sometimes, my coworker goes with me on lunch break.
How long does it take you to get ready for work?
Over an hour
A few minutes
A half an hour
It depends how many times I hit the snooze button.

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Do you get your clothes ready for the next day?
I grab what smells clean.
I always have them ready the night before.
I grab them off the top of the dryer.
Who has time to do that?
How different is your work wardrobe from your home wardrobe?
They couldn't be more different.
They are pretty much the same.
Some pieces cross over.
I wear a uniform at work.
How many times a year do you shop for new clothes?
I buy things I like when I see them.
I usually go shopping once a year.
I go every few months.
It depends on what I need.

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