So last week, I wrote about the Balcony Shaped Woman, if you missed that post, catch up here.
This week is all about the Pocket Rocket Woman. I never knew such a shape existed until I started researching the various female body shapes and that is one of the things I love about the Female Body Shapes series, it opens my eyes to facts I never knew.
The Pocket Rocket-shaped woman is petite and curvy – some of these women are blessed with very sexy hourglass measurements on their miniature frames, celebrities like Kylie Minogue and Elizabeth Taylor are examples of the Pocket Rocket curvy woman. Others like Natalie Portman, Clara Bow, and Norma Desmond have less symmetrical proportions.
Here are the DOs and DONTs of this shape:
DOs
- Keep your accessories small and simple so they don’t overshadow you
- Go for fitted pieces to show off or create curves
- Opt for high heels to give you an illusion of a longer frame
- Go for colour block outfits, they make the body appear longer
- Go for V-neck pieces, they give the illusion of a longer body
- If hats are right up your street, go for hats with small proportions
- Embrace your style with custom accessories.
Tips:
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DONTs
- Avoid maxi skirts and dresses, they will make you appear shorter.
- Avoid wearing any bold pattern or colour for the same reason listed above.
- Stay away from dungarees and shorts, it will make you look like a child.
- Stay away from ponchos, they will swallow up your small frame instantly.
Are you a pocket rocket woman? What do you think of this body shape? Sound off in the comment section. Thanks for reading.
What a lovely shape to be! Sadly, I’m more the ’round’ kind of shape 🙂
Yes it is quite nice.
Thanks for sharing this! I wish I had this shape and not an apple 🙁 Back to the diet ready for next summer!
Glad you like it Elaine.
Love this! xx Nathalie https://fashionathsta.wordpress.com
Thanks.
If only I was more of a pocket rocket! Need to get back into shape pronto.
Same here Kacie.
great post ! I love the outfits of both Kylie Minogue and Natalie Portman… so stylish
Thank you.
Nice post. I have a beautiful shape but not sure what shape I belong to lol. I really love your blog. Cool baby
Thank you.
I’m petite and curvy but unfortunately i don’t go in at the waist! Wish I had Elizabeth Taylors curves in this photo
Her curves are spot on. She is so curvy.
I’m def a Pocket Rocket woman – I never knew that term existed either until now! I’m pretty good at keeping away from the ‘don’ts’ except perhaps the shorts, which I wear on hols through necessity! Being small it’s certainly very easy to look swamped if you don’t choose your fashion items wisely! Great post! Tx
Glad you like the post Tracey.
Great post, I would love to be this shape – thanks for sharing x
Thanks for reading Stephanie.
Interesting post – I think it’s totally pot luck what body type you are given but if you have one like this then these tips are sure to show off your best assets!
Thank you.
As I’m 4ft 11 and class myself as curvy (lower half, not so much top) I’m happy we have a cool name as pocket rocket. Although I never feel I can stay away from certain clothing, I wear shorts, I think anyone can wear things if they are done to suit and flatter your shape. Great post by the way it’s to finally have a name for our shape!
Thanks Georgia. Glad you like the post.
Great post! I’m a classic hourglass shape which I quite like but buying clothes and getting people to stop looking at my cleavage is a bit of nightmare. Look forward to checking out more of your blog and learning more about fashion & style.
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Glad you enjoyed reading it. Thanks for stopping by.
I wish this was my shape the ladies look gorgeous! x
Yes they do. Thanks Rhian.
They have such a great shape, Kylie always looks good in what she wears but that dress is gorgeous!
Yes it is. Thanks Sharon.
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