Enhance your body shape with prints

In the world of fashion, prints play a vital role in expressing our personal style and flattering our figure. Whether you're drawn to romantic florals, bold animal prints, or modern geometric patterns, it's important to know how to choose prints that flatter your body shape.

In this article, we'll explore different print trends, pair them with each body type, and give you tips for creating flawless looks. Get ready to discover how prints can transform your style and reveal your inner confidence!

The different prints and current trends:

Prints are constantly evolving, and each season brings its share of new arrivals. In 2023, certain trends stand out:

• Floral Prints: Floral prints never cease to captivate with their timeless elegance. Patterns vary in size, intensity, and color, allowing you to choose the one that best suits your style. Opt for delicate flowers and vibrant colors for a romantic and feminine look. This is the ideal print for creating a romantic and feminine look, whatever the season.

• Animal prints: This year, animal patterns are very trendy. We've seen a lot of zebra and leopard print on American stars this spring. They add a wild and bold edge to your outfits. Whether worn as a skirt or on accessories, you can also wear them on statement pieces like dresses or coats for an irresistible look.

• Geometric patterns: Geometric prints will bring a bold, graphic aesthetic to your wardrobe. Stripes, chevrons, and abstract patterns are particularly on-trend this season. At Gualap, we combine these patterns with crochet for an even more on-trend look. Dare to combine geometric patterns for a captivating look.

• Tie-dye prints: Tie-dye patterns, with their vibrant and psychedelic color combinations, are making a comeback this year. Opt for casual pieces like T-shirts or flowy dresses for a bohemian, laid-back look.

There are many other types of prints that will allow you to express all your creativity

These different types of prints offer a multitude of possibilities to express your personal style. Don't hesitate to adapt different patterns and combine them with your body shape to create unique and elegant looks.

The different body shapes and prints to favor:

Once you've identified your body shape, it's time to choose the prints that will flatter you. But be careful, the size of the prints can also have an impact on your silhouette:

• A-Shaped Body Shape: If you have an A-shaped body shape, this means your shoulders are narrower than your hips. To flatter your figure and balance your silhouette, wear prints on your upper body and opt for bold prints. Opt for shirts with widening horizontal stripes or jackets with graphic patterns. Zebra print, very trendy right now, is particularly suited to A-shaped figures.

• V-Shaped Body Shape: If you have a V-shaped or inverted pyramid shape, you have broad shoulders and narrow hips. Choose prints that draw attention to your lower body and hips. For example, skirts with vertical stripes will elongate your legs. For dresses, opt for floral designs with a mid-rise to balance your silhouette. Another tip: consider choosing thick fabrics with chevron patterns, for example. This will create volume and draw attention to your hips and legs.

• X-Shaped Body: If you have an X-shaped body, with aligned shoulders and hips and a defined waist, you can wear all types of prints. Whether on a top, bottom, or dress, this is the perfect opportunity to experiment with all sorts of pattern combinations. You can opt for fitted dresses with floral or geometric patterns to highlight your figure. Animal prints, on the other hand, will beautifully highlight your natural curves.

• O-Shaped Body Shape: If you have an O-shaped body shape, with generous curves, choose small prints to avoid adding extra volume. Opt for subtle prints on fitted tops or dresses to flatter your figure. Floral prints will add a very soft and delicate look, while animal prints will highlight your curves and give you a wild, quite sexy look.

• H-Shaped Body: If you have an H-shaped body, your shoulders, waist, and hips are aligned. To create the illusion of a defined waistline, you should wear prints that draw attention to this part of your body or that accentuate your hips. However, avoid patterns that elongate the silhouette and make you look even more slender, such as vertical stripes. Instead, wear fitted dresses with prints to emphasize your waist. Try abstract and psychedelic prints to add character to your outfit.

Whatever your body type, the most important thing is to be yourself and wear prints that you really like.

How to combine patterns well?

The art of combining patterns is all about finding a balance between the different pieces of your outfit. Here are some tips for successfully pairing prints:

• Pair similar patterns: You can pair prints that are different sizes but share the same color or pattern. For example, if you're an A-shaped figure, you could wear horizontal stripes on top and vertical stripes on the bottom.

• Focus on colors: Colors play a crucial role in creating harmonious prints. Choose patterns with complementary colors or opt for a solid color that will be found throughout your designs.

• Vary the scales: Play with pattern sizes by pairing a large print with a smaller one for a balanced look. To create a psychedelic and romantic look, mix floral prints. If you're a V, choose small florals on top and large patterns on the legs to create texture.

• Opt for neutral patterns: If you prefer a more subtle approach, you can choose neutral patterns like checks or stripes. If you're a petite X, wear a plaid miniskirt with a horizontally striped blouse to elongate your silhouette. Mini patterns, maximum impact!

Ideas for looks to create with prints according to your body type: