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A cornet is a musical instrument very similar to a trumpet.  So, why they call this body type a cornet rather than a trumpet is a mystery to me.  But the association with a horn is understandable when you understand this body shape. Starting at the bottom with slim legs, thighs and hips this figure type then flares out with shoulders that are broader than the hips.  It’s a very athletic build.

This figure type has traditionally has small breasts, however more and more, women with this type of figure are also augmenting their breasts.

For this figure type, any style bra will work well, but a balconette or a bra with wide-set straps looks especially fabulous on this type. That’s because the broad shoulders can sustain wider set straps without them falling off the shoulders. There is thus more upper chest showing and less bra coverage.

The bottom is where some oomph is needed to create a more balanced proportion.  Those rumba panties with ruffled lace are great looking on this body type as well as the latest new and fun lingerie skirts.  Both add some proportion on the bottom in a very fun and sexy way. Other options are boyshorts with fabulous lace trimmings.

Adding some weight and shape on the bottom of the cornet body shape helps balance out the hips with the shoulders.  It also frames the area in the middle so that you have a slender looking waist.

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Posted by Tomima at 9:46am
Tags: balconette bras, body type, cornet shape, rumba panties
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That song "She’s a Brick House" with measurements of 36-24-36 pretty much describes the hourglass figure. She is well-proportioned between breasts and hips, and she has a nice slim waist.

If you fit this body shape, most women envy you because you are the shape almost all women want.  You are the current beauty ideal.  You can pretty much wear anything and look fabulous.

Because your bust measurement is about the same as your hip measurement, you have a good set of C cups or larger.  To maximize your look and give you an even more slender one, make sure your bra has great lower cup support, and preferably some side panels in the cups to help push your breast tissue out from under your arms and more towards the center.  Getting your breasts up and centered will enhance your proportions even more.

For panties, high cut panties will elongate your legs as well as shorten the lower part of your torso. This helps to put the thinnest part of your waist in the center of your torso.  Of course string bikini panties are perfect for you as well as thongs.

So, if you are this body shape, go on and strut your stuff.  But just know the rest of us don’t want to hear about it.

Find lingerie for your body type at HerRoom in these departments:

Bras
Panties
Thongs

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Posted by Tomima at 8:04am
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Like a column, this figure type has the characteristics of being slim and straight without curves or waist.  I happen to fall into this body type, so I know how frustrating it can be to have no body definition.  I run towards anything with an empire cut just to avoid revealing my lack of a waist. Oh what I would give to have that curvy sexy look!

On top, we have small to medium breasts.  So we can pretty much wear any cute bra we want, but it always has kind of a training bra look to it because of our straight lines.  One trick is to wear a camisole.  A longer line down your torso just always seems to be a better look.  Another great option on top is a bustier.  This type of garment helps to give you a waist and that long line to narrow you and give you some curves. A bustier usually has the under-bust seam that also flatters a column shape by giving you a line of demarcation right under your bust.  This makes your breasts look larger and helps you look taller and thinner.

As for the bottoms, this body shape can wear any style.  But again, less is always best.  Hi-cut panties make your legs look longer.  If you have a bit of a tummy, shapewear that looks like biker pants are a great solution.  Buy them in black and they will look like you’re wearing biker pants.

As an interesting aside, I was once told that this figure type is the most likely to have her breasts augmented.  A cheaper solution would be to purchase a contour bra or one with some padding.  The same look for less.

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Posted by Tomima at 1:20pm
Tags: body types, bustiers, camisoles, shapewear
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