Similarly to how an artist can use all different kinds of mediums to convey a message, be it oil paint, wood carving, or pencil sketching, a person can use their Kibbe lines to convey a message about their personality and style just by considering the way they dress. The natural silhouette is long like the dramatic, but its relaxed and slightly oversized rather than stiff. The Angelic/Ethereal essence is characterized by fabrics, colors, shapes, and textures that conjure up images of fantasy world, fairies, mermaids, mythical creatures, the deep sea, and the archetypal Heavens above. However, I think that isnt the true base of his system. They both use yin/yang, however, they can look at those qualities from a different lens and a different set of characteristics. It is described as a casual and sportivelook. Individuals with the angelic style essence tend to be tall and narrow. Small decorations and details, such as delicate trimmings, appear in abundance. Being able to adjust one's clothing to the temperatures outside and inside is great. These are yin types of beauty, which are gentler and more delicate. Ethereal essence paints femininity with maturity, but Ingenue style essence sketches individuals with childlike girlishness. Angelics are often oval-faced and waif-like. Individuals of this style essence tend to be short with compact body types, typically have boyish looks, and tend to be energetic and impish. Disconcerting that petite women only fit into gamine or ingenue categories in your chart. She looks very stylish and very comfortable in the laid-back looks of the natural style essence. This looks amazing on Sofia. For my romantic essence, I do well with lace and some seaming but cant pull off overly voluptuous silhouettes. This essence is all about a dignified, intense, and highly expressive image (not to be confused with the expressive boyishness of the Gamine). Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. Individuals with the ingenue style essence can pull off cute, girly looks with ease. This doesn't necessarily mean that only short people can have the this style essence, but that the body is compact in a way that makes long or oversized clothing overwhelming. Ingenue clothing lines are large, rounded with delicate, ornate, and often childish detailing. Consequently, individuals with the natural style essence tend to create an overall visual impression of relaxed sportiveness. Although this style essence is feminine like the romantic and ingenue essences, this is an 'old soul' kind of femininity as opposed to sensual or cute, pretty femininity. Check out Sofia Vergara: She looks very comfortable in a tight-fitted dress that shows off her curvy body. In a similar manner, bold, chunky accessories are ideal to finish off an outfit. Physically, Nicole Kidman meets all the requirements of the Flamboyant Natural with verticality, width, and blunt yang being her physical profile. Since the classic style essence is an even blend between yin and yang, the best clothing shapes for this essence are those that blend yin and yang shapes in a similar manner. Can you pull them off without looking clownish?You probably have the dramatic style essence. Where other types would look outdated or stiff in such a style, a Classic portrays elegance and regality. Compared to others, individuals with the gamine style essence tend to look 'whimsical.' And while the ingenue silhouette still resembles an hourglass, its compact. Multiple necklaces, bracelets etc. Textures and materials should convey luxury and quality. Gamines often have a whimsical looks. So helpful though! If I went solely off Kitchener I would be in the dramatic and romantic essences only. Instead of making her look more masculine, it makes her look more feminine because it brings out her gamine beauty. I will say that the boxed in feeling I think is largely due to an over-emphasis on the original text style lines which is not necessarily in line with what Kibbe says today. Adjectives like gentle, cute, and pretty could be used to describe people of the ingenue style essence. And traditionally, a lot of casting directors use Black and white photos to get an immediate impression, which I thought would help simplify this. Ingenue style essence (The small-scale Yin) defines bubbly youthfulness. To achieve this look in clothing, Ingenues look best when they incorporate the following clothing styles into their outfits: The gamine style essence is a petite essence. This style essence communicates otherworldliness and mysticism. Yang clothing tends to be stiff and heavy to achieve the required straightness. The text is a little too pixelated to make out at its current size. Aja's best look, on the other hand, is the ingenue style. Belle Northropfirst proposed this general concept in 1936 in her article Approach to the Problem of Costume and Personality. Let's take a look at another signature style of the dramatic style essence: creative and unusual patterns. She has a different type of beauty. Someone with the natural style essence can wear this and look put together. (And if a woman is petite & large, oh well!) She looks neither overwhelmed nor sloppy. Individuals with the romantic style essence can pull off sexy looks with glamour. But the clothing has to move - it can't sit still. Yes, Emma looks credible even in compact clothing and creative patterns. He focuses heavily on color contrast and you can technically be a blend of all 7 essences (although this is thought to be more rare). Sometimes people feel boxed in by Kibbes system. The angelic style essence creates an otherworldly, mystical image. To complement the elegant designs of the classic styles, premium fabrics are a must. Another example would be Julia Roberts. This doesn't look like a garden party, and again, we get that glamorous effect on her. It also references a book that Kitchener recommends entitled Shopping for the Real You. But clothes should have no other purpose than to bring out your natural beauty and to highlight it.The wardrobe guide will help you discover those garments that truly suit you. Take a look at the following ladies and notice how they all look first and foremost very approachable. If you feel you have an ethereal essence start by adding small ethereal details like luxurious fabric choices and draping to your outfits. Because I have almost equal parts natural, romantic, and dramatic I can usually pull off full looks from each category. This is a slight variation from Kibbe who puts Gamines more in the combo yin/yang spectrum. Trends is not something the classic style essence seeks out. But she looks even more comfortable in the girly dress on the left. I think the youthfulness is coming from gamine rather than ingenue. Both have a childlike appearance. However, for a full essence evaluation, you will need to take some videos, color photographs, and even try on the style lines. Similar to dramatic clothing, gamine clothing features sharp angles and edges and square shapes. Katrina looks a bit like a comic stage character because she does not have the ingenue style essence. Instead, it reads as gentleness, mildness, delicacy.]. ROMANTIC style type. Far from plain designs, the ingenue essence benefits from decorative, playful trimmings such as ruffles and bows. So much information to process. Dramatics tend to be quite tall (over 5'8), as height is another main characteristics of this style essence. One of the things that really trips people up when they're trying to figure out their Kibbe is the idea of essence. Although this style essence is yang like the dramatic essence, it is a youthful, playful boldness as opposed to the mature, dignified intensity of the Dramatic. These styles look very unnatural on her - as if they don't belong on her body - and the whole ensemble just looks very unlike Kim. Find style tips, outfit inspiration, and fashion trend updates here. While I have verticality and kibbe-width, I also harmonize with the romantic and dramatic lines and style essences, which makes those popular choices in my videos. Anne, in contrast, doesn't look like she's serious. CLASSIC style type. The classic style essence is the balance between masculinity and femininity also known as the formal, traditional essence balancing yin and yang.. GAMINE style type. It's the only essence that is an even blend between yin and yang. They prefer their clothing to be functional, emphasising comfort. A body type is based on a person's body geometry and identifying it helps a person to know their best clothing lines and styles so that they always look their best. She looks stunning, dignified, and very comfortable in the bold looks of the dramatic style essence. I have a video about this here. For more on essences, finding your own balance, and examples, check out this video: I personally like Kibbes description of natural more than Kitcheners because I find Kitchener makes the natural essence sound too perfunctory and a bit too functional. Their features may be beautifully exaggerated to the point where they start looking as if they came from another age or galaxy. This is a serious look, and she can pull it off comfortably. Consequently, a Classic's features are neither very angular and sharp nor very round and soft, but sit perfectly balanced between the two extremes. This is not quite the same effect that we got on Sofia. And the best way to achieve this is through flaring shapes. Being of smaller height is what I mean when I refer to petite in the height section, just like the dramatic height is listed as tall (above 5 ft 7). This is a very regal look, and Kate can pull it off comfortably. Katrina Kaif does look a bit like she's trapped in children's clothing. They tend to have energetic, whimsical energy to them. Their features communicate danger and intensity. Where others would look boring, Classics look their best with minimal extravaganza. Abstractly, we can associate the romantic style essence with the themes of luxury and indulgence. It's more of a boyishness that let's you know they've been up to no good. Individuals of this style essence tend to have very symmetrical features, evenly blending masculinity and femininity. They seem to never be afraid to try new, bold styles. The shapes that best fit this description are unstructured, not clearly defined, and irregular - what we would normally think of when we think of something 'natural'. She looks incredible and very comfortable in the ethereal looks of the angelic style essence. Please take the elements from the above chart as a general outline (especially the hair color, skin, and eye color). In todays culture, fast fashion and chasing trends are prevalent. The ingenue style essence is another yin essence, but its type of yin is decorative small-scale yin. The natural style essence is the last yang essence, its type of yang being casual yang. Here is a breakdown of ingenue and gamine essence. Kitchener describes them as less interested in fashion and they often choose function and comfort over style. Abstractly, we can associate the dramatic style essence with the themes of danger and wildness. Now let's see how a man suit looks on someone who does not have the dramatic style essence. While I have not had my essences personally defined by John, I would guestimate the percentages to be as follows: 35% natural, 35% romantic, 30% dramatic. According to Kitchener, this is the general breakdown of how to use your essence distribution. Its silhouettes are long and flowing with draping and webbing. Anne does look a bit like she's trapped in men's clothing. Individuals with the angelic style essence can pull off fairytale looks with glamour. 49 Ingenue Classic Mature Ingenue Style ideas | style, color analysis, gamine style Ingenue Classic Mature Ingenue Style 49 Pins 4y D Collection by Deborah M Face Shapes Body Shapes Up Hairstyles Straight Hairstyles Energy Profiling M Makeup Dress Body Type Carol Tuttle Live Your Truth Correlating face shape to personality is not new! This is not quite the same effect that we got on Jourdan. However, FNs commonly wear longer, looser slip dresses with far fewer dainty details. It's because Scarlett has predominantly yin features. Thanks to their sturdy body types, Naturals would also not be easily overwhelmed by great amounts of clothes in the way a petite body type would. She doesn't look like she's wearing a fancy dress costume and she doesn't look manly. By the above chart, Id be homeless. While jewellery is not really something that Gamines wear well, details are incredibly important. The three yin essences are romantic, ingenue and angelic. Neither has vey mature features. Dune Emerson. Their fashion style is elegant, formal, and timeless. Let's take a look at another signature style of the ingenue style essence: delicate, playful patterns. Although this style essence is feminine like the romantic essence, it is a childlike, innocent cuteness as opposed to the mature . Natural style lines were at one point-yes- just functional. For them, fashion tends to be first and foremost about practicality and comfort. They appear almost magical in their essence, like a fairy, mermaid, or goddess. Buying a bunch of clothes because they look nice in the shop is not a good strategy for building a wardrobe. But the signature material of this essence must be denim. To achieve this look in clothing, Dramatics look best when they incorporate the following style principles into their wardrobes: Individuals of the dramatic style essence often have slightly asymmetric features. If anything, she looks very regal, elegant, and sophisticated. For accessories this means materials from the earth that are rare and iridescent - such as pearls but in their natural shapes. They can also wear small-scale florals, puffed sleeves, lace bows, and small or youthful elements to their overall look. Length is what makes dramatic clothing come alive on this type. Stiff materials and cuts are inappropriate here. Either way, it's another great material to portray sensuality. Compared to others, individuals with the angelic style essence tend to look otherworldly or mysterious. The ingenue style essence is a petite essence. The result is a harmonious and pretty image. On the contrary, this essence exudes an understated elegance and therefore looks best in neutral, basic colours that don't distract from the Classic's physical features. Long and oversized garments will overwhelm this type. And the themes that this essence communicates are sportiveness and adventure. Btw, if you like the ingenue essence you can definitely try to emulate it. The Kibbe system also uses style essences, but they have essentially been pre-selected for you through your singular Kibbe ID. Compared to others, individuals with the natural style essence tend to look sporty and active. Angelic accessories are ultra fine-weight and may suggest the cosmos. Romantic colours dip into the red and pink palette. But the ingenue is a feminine, girly essence, whereas the gamine essence is boyish. The classic, however, is a blend between these characteristics and therefore a neutral essence. For instance, a Flamboyant Natural would have a natural dominant essence and a dramatic essence undercurrent. They can also have a tall, waif-life appearance, and sometimes an oval-shaped face. Can you pull them off without looking clownish?You probably have the ingenue style essence. I've yet to properly figure out my essence but its looking like I'm not fully a (Flamboyant) Gamine as I initially believed! Learn more about the dramatic style essence. DRAMATIC style type. And they also do well with structured menswear. This essence conjures up images of classic sculptures, lavish country houses, and games of polo and horse racing. In addition, textures are best when they're shiny to add glitz and glam. Fine satin and silk that is almost translucent. For example, if your face is soft and delicate, you would wear clothes that are soft and delicate. So just because youre a super sweet person doesnt mean you cant have a dramatic essence. The lack of bold jewellery doesn't make her look less elegant. Style essences are a great way to guide yourself toward your most well-rounded image. Kibbe has Nicole Kidman as Flamboyant Natural because of her height and width, but Kitchener has her as a Classic with Ingenue. Gigi's best look, on the other hand, is the natural style. The Classic style essence is the formal, traditional essence balancing yin and yang.Individuals with this style essence create an overall visual impression of formality, elegance, and conservatism.Classics and their clothing styles can be associated with the themes of aristocracy, conservatism and timelessness. INGENUE style type. Plain textures may look boring on this style essence, particularly if the shape of the garment does not follow dramatic principles. . The Natural style essence is the sportive, relaxed, or casual yang essence. Ingenue style essence invokes princess energy and has a look that is girlish, innocent, and sweet, think barbie at prom. Whereas on Cara, these looks are quite disappointing again. I also relate to this pairing because while I am also a Flamboyant Natural, I have about a 30% romantic essence. And Im not criticizing people who buy fast fashion ( Ive done it myself! However, I play with trends and dramatic silhouettes often, and sometimes embrace intricate details and romantic silhouettes. Consequently, a tight-fitted dress will just pronounce her straightness - the opposite of what this kind of clothing is supposed to do. Hand in hand with unstructured shapes goes the concept of relaxed fits. On the contrary, they look nothing short of cool. Extravagant collars, extra buttons and pockets are not something the classic style essence requires. Lets go over some of these differences. Zoe's face communicates danger and intensity. Gigi looks very natural and comfortable. Book your virtual style analysis. 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