What to wear: May 07 – Jessica Mack

Chata Romano gives tomboy, Jessica Mack, a sophisticated new look.

About Jessica

Jessica Mack, 27, works in a law firm where most of her colleagues dress stylishly every day, and she tends to feel frumpy. Jessica says she has always been a bit of a tomboy and wanted a makeover that would give her a more elegant look for work, as she didn‘t know where to start.

Chata chose clothes for Jessica that do wonders for her figure. The most important tip Chata gave Jessica was to make sure clothes fit the widest part of her body. She suggested Jessica buy one size bigger to accommodate her hips, then take the waist in. Jessica instantly looked a dress size smaller. ”The clothes were very different – I would never have chosen them and felt really fab in the suit,” says Jessica. “I love my new haircut: it‘s easy to maintain and quite versatile. My colleagues absolutely love my hair and the false eyelashes were a big hit!”

Smart

The shawl collar gives a more feminine look than  a structured jacket, and offers a great neckline for narrow shoulders. Monica jacket, $220.

A sash or wide ribbon highlights a small waist.

Victorian oversized rings are very fashionable, but avoid them if you have short, wide hands. Target ring, $12.95.

Tapered skirts are more slimming than wide A-line skirts. Country Road pencil skirt, $179.

Evening

Want a fuller bust? Buy dresses with a built-in padded bra. Opt for a soft ruffle instead of a fitted dress if you have a rounded abdomen. La Voca dress, $199.95.

Coordinate your accessories. Emma Page bracelet, $102; Portmans ring, $12.95; Jendi clutch, $55.

Choose a mid-knee length if you have full knees (avoid wearing short skirts).

Casual

Choose a stylish shaped denim jacket with trendy stitching detail instead of a bulky oversized denim jacket. Trent Nathan at David Jones jacket, $159.

Opt for a T-shirt in a fun, bright colour and team it with a smart bag to match. Sportscraft top, $59.95.

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