A dress needs to have the right amount of weight and dimension to match a Kibbe natural's yang bones. Remember: romantics can have some soft width to their bone structure too! I look nothing like the former but have the shoulders, neck and (shorter) legs of the other. And if you opt for an unconstructed jacket, make sure the fabric is very soft and the jacket itself is left open so it feels in harmony with your movement. walking on the street, etc. Shoulders may be extended and padded, but should not be sharp or stiff. Take a look at these pictures of hers: It really does look like her bone structure might be thicker, more angular, and it looks even more so since shes started working out extensively muscular and taut look makes her true shape unrecognizeable or at least hard to detect if you rely on pictures only. Since David Kibbe doesnt certify or officially approves anyone to practice his system and/or offer typings (determining image identities), it goes without saying that the only expert is he himself when it comes to typing other people and theory behind his system. I think the Kibbe system CAN be super helpful in understanding how to wear your best style lines and how to look at clothes with a more astute eye for your own body. Deep pile fabrics like velour, suede, boucle, and knits are also fantastic choices. Overly fitted skirts with excess trim. Soft Natural should aim for blouses or shirts that have a soft or draped appearance. So lets take a look at her old pictures from the 70s, 80s, and 90s (click on the picture to enlarge it in a new tab): Its absolutely clear that she doesnt have any width through her shoulder area and her bone structure is actually delicate, which makes her a Romantic. Any detail that suggest either a bit of the antique or the earth is excellent. Soft Geometric Shapes. However, the Soft type can be distinguished by the pronounced influence of the female Yin element. Avoid: Super heavy weight fabrics, stiff fabrics, flimsy fabrics, or fabrics with a very matte/flat appearance. A loose, and uncluttered approach to your overall head-to-toe and the details of your outfit work well for the Soft Naturals natural family needs. So, the most important thing: Classics CANT have any feature except for BALANCE dominating their Yin-Yang formula! Soft Naturals want to aim for light to moderate fabrics weights, especially fabrics that move with them. it should be fresh face with only a hint of soft/bright color, styled in a watercolor blend. NOTE: This information is taken from David Kibbes original book Metamorphosis: Discover Your Image Identity., and over the years he has made comments or changes in the Strictly Kibbe Facebook group. Post May 21, 2011 #10 2011-05-21T17:56. Note if you are familiar with the text, Kibbe put Natalie Wood as his prime Soft Natural example. You have literal, physical length. Some IDs have more concrete shapes. does the person have curves (ONLY double curves count! If youll read any of my posts about Kibbe, youll know anyway, but just in case you wont Ill say it here: the whole Kibbe system isnt as complex as some bloggers make it out to be. If they have prominent curves again a lot of Yin already, too much for any Classic Yin-Yang to handle. Innately, you are spontaneously direct, open, logical, fresh and totally unaffected, although this is softened by an artistic sensitivity and a radiant charm that is wonderfully appealing. Hands and feet are moderate and fleshy, or slightly small and wide. They work well for accents or accessories. and any detail (shirring, draping, etc.) Bone structure is slightly wider. And suggests that perms or processings can be used in order to add some body or soft curl to your hair. like Sandra Bullock or Jennifer Lopez) she looked more taut, toned, and just a little too thin (to me she seemed exhausted at that point). The one actress I probably resemble the most out of Hollywood actresses is Alexis Bledel. I type very fast, but havent been doing it as much lately, so you actually offered me an opportunity to stretch my fingers out Besides, I always think about everyone else wholl potentially read this post in the future what if our dialogue will benefit them? To me her bust and hips are curvy in the same way. Eventually, you will learn this recipe so well, and the ingredients needed that you will be able to evolve and change the flavor profile easily. Your silhouette is soft, flowing and unconstructed, composed of relaxed lines with soft edges (at neck, waist and hemline). Now, I find that the easiest way to see the width of a Soft Natural (and Flamboyant Natural for that matter) is in the shoulder area. Minimal detail is best. Id say go for the root instead, but try to overlook the stereotypes connected to the original descriptions because none of them were meant in a negative way (e.g. My goal is to share my own findings with everyone who wants to learn and use this system. That being said, he also stressed the importance of learning to principles of the system itself instead of studying examples. Overall, if something just doesnt seem right to you, you feel like theres no logic behind it question it. The Soft Natural has a slightly soft and fleshy body on a bluntly angular frame, and they often have a somewhat innocent essence. Straight skirts that are lightweight, draped, or slightly tapered are also good. They are charming, that's what the word "natural beauty" is all about. Here is where the Soft Natural falls on the yin/yang scale: Also, when evaluating your bodys physical traits remember that these traits and proportions are only in comparison to your own body and not other people. Btw, this movie is quite charming and you get to see Lauren Bacall (a verified Kibbe Dramatic) too, so Id definitely suggest it to anyone, but lets move on to the SN vs R. It seems like the most obvious difference between Soft Natural and Romantic image identities lies in the bone structure slightly broad and angular vs rounded and small. I find it really difficult to understand why she is necessarily a R and not (for example) a SG From a practical point of view, I see that Romantic suits her, but from a theoretical point of view, I cant find a rational explanation. Pouffy cocktail dressed with fitted tops and flouncy skirts (long or short), Evening sarongsEvening separates (blouses, sweaters, etc.). What David Kibbe says is that the waistline doesnt have to be very pronounced, but the curves have to be double curves (hipline and bustline). (this masterpost will be linked in the right-handside sidebar), - Dramatics that dont look like Tilda Swinton ~ Verified Dramatics, - Balance, Pure and Simple: Every Verified Classic. Thank you so much for the exhaustive reply! If you want to add some fun to your look you could try a bright or textured pair of tights. The shiner the fabric, the less detail there should be. Avoid: Overly tailored jackets, long or boxy jackets, overly cropped jackets, overly fitted jackets like peplums, or jackets with frilly trims. Trim should be delicate and antique (shirring, applique, etc.). Bias cuts are excellent, as are relaxed lines with subtle drape or movement. Any tailoring or detail that seems as though it would restrick your mobility or creative expression will make you appear very staid, rigid, and stuffy. Soft natural is one of the original 13 Kibbe body types. Im simply informing you about it and if you choose to join it, theres no way of knowing if your expectations will be met. In a lot of cases, your face can give you clues to your ID because you can see the bones and flesh more clearly. View all posts by Alexandra @YouAndMeAndCupOfCoffee.com. I'm finally accepting I'm a SN. Just again watch how much construction is within the garment and opt for a billowy style over super fitted. When the soft gamine body type puts on weight, it tends to get very rounded due to the weight collecting in the hips and the bust. Romantic (all Yin) Within each main type, there are variations in degrees of Yin and Yang, which results in the 13 Kibbe body types. Common mistake, Fergie refers to Prince Andrew's ex wife, Sarah Ferguson, not the singer Fergie. Rosy cheeks, soft glossy lips, and a little frost (I cringe as I type that) to your eyes. Take a look at Marilyn Monroe as she turns around to walk to her seat: Her core feature is curves its hard to ignore them. I personally find natural fibers to be especially effective for the natural family (as a Flamboyant Natural myself). These image identities can share several key features: When I read physical profile descriptions for these two image identities, I definitely understand the difference: However, its easier to discuss it than to actually tell in reality (as always ). Please note: Its not officially called kibbe width, he just refers to it as width. This should really come as no surprise to you, but your prints should be rounded shapes, abstract, and flowing. Id say you wont be able to figure your own features out unless you stop comparing yourself to anyone, especially celebs you havent met or seen in person. Shoulders can be extended and padded, without being crisp, and the length can be shortish if the jacket is shaped through the waist, or longer (top of the thigh area) if it is belted or unconstructed / boxy. However, if you dont even know what is in chocolate chip cookies, well your evolved cookie recipe might be kind of a mess. Hands and feet are moderate and fleshy, or slightly small and wide. This outfit has a more business casual approach and looks very put-together. Shoulders may be broad and padded but never sharp. w/Examples+FAQ, How I got to know & love Kibbes Metamorphosis: My story (feat. Dramatic (all Yang) Natural. Avoid: Sharp geometrics, wide, chunky or boxy shapes, ornate shapes, or perfectly symmetrical shapes. Waistline is a tricky one, I discussed it in this post in detail https://youandmeandcupofcoffee.wordpress.com/2020/09/09/waist-shape-in-kibbe-system-waistline-and-yin-yang-balance/ And generally, stay away from overly structured or tailored pieces that will suffocate your kibbe width. You can also subscribe without commenting. Their noses tend to be small and wide or slightly blunt and wide. Dramatics that dont look like Tilda Swinton ~ Verified Dramatics, Balance, Pure and Simple: Every Verified Classic, Yin vs. Yang - some verified Rs and Ds / Rs and FNs, Some verified TRs and SNs - Extreme Yin with a slight Yang undercurrent vs. Blunt Yang with a Yin undercurrent, Some verified TRs and SDs - Extreme Yin with a slight Yang undercurrent vs. It's supposed to be fun because they don't dress in harmonious lines. Personal style can be slightly shifted from entirely natural to the side of elegant complexity. Here's a list of verified Kibbe celebrities that were either originally in his book, or verified later by Kibbe himself. Well, in fact, as humans MOST of us have some curve. Jennifer Lawrence is a verified Flamboyant Natural because she has vertical and width to accommodate first. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. is the person petite/moderately tall/tall? weight gain patterns with some mid-to-plus size examples, here. Tights or hosiery are an easy styling technique to use to update or change the look of an outfit, so I would use your gut or modern influences for this category. Now about curves: I wrote about waist shape here https://youandmeandcupofcoffee.wordpress.com/2020/09/09/waist-shape-in-kibbe-system-waistline-and-yin-yang-balance/ I think its essential in her case. I also find it peculiar how many posters in the online community self-categorize as TR or adjacent but are not hesitant at all in categorizing other posters as N. Not to mention certain vloggers who even I can observe have miscategorized themselves. Id say if you are curious about certain elebrities the best way to learn a bit more about their features is to watch movies and interviews, especially alongside other celebrities (e.g. Verified List | Soft Natural. Press J to jump to the feed. ), as long as they are not restrictive. Have an awesome day . If youre asking for yourself, then try to describe your shape (i.e. Here are some celebrity examples that are most likely Soft Naturals but have not been confirmed by David Kibbe himself. A tactile feeling is very stunning and evocative of your freshly feminine and artistic essence. They can be flared or slightly full, but should generally be flatter (or shaped ) around the hip area. Youre going to start noticing a theme with these suggestions (at least I hope so!) Severe or sharp geometrics. Physically, you are basically angular in bone structure, although this is softened by a fleshy body type and full facial features (eyes, lips, cheeks). You can go through the physical profiles for every image identity its going to clear things up a bit for you. Your email address will not be published. Kim Kardashian Doja . Boots are a necessity. He refers to it as an Image Identity system. FN is strongly Yang-dominated, while in case of SN Yang is very soft and Yin features are quite prominent. If the skirt is straighter, it is best to keep the hem above your kneecaps, so you dont overwhelm your frame with fabric (remember, you dont have a vertical line to honor like FNs). Many flamboyant natural celebrities provide excellent examples of this style type. Skinny rib textures also work nicely. Good luck! Come join me on my quest! Couldnt agree more about Carole Lombard investigating the verified SN example list truly helped me understand this image identity so much better. But, if you want to know what kibbe officially suggests. However, please do not ID yourself based on weight gain patterns alone. Metamorphosis: Discover Your Image Identity., then you might want to reconsider FN, here). But instead, you just want to see your waist, have subtle definition, or allow your curves to breathe and be seen. I assumed for a time I had to be FN because of the shoulder width, but I really seem to have more curves and certainly NEED waist definition not to look ridiculous. They have relaxed lines with soft edges at the neck, waist, and hem. I've searched google using those descriptors but nothing quite matches. In my opinion, the softer, rounder and lush shapes of her Renaissance outfit in Vogue video just point straight to her natural image identity. Symmetrical skirts (i.e., A-lines). * in my opinion, the fact that bloggers use almost exclusively the pictures of young celebrities as examples is nothing short of ageism life doesnt stop when a person reaches 30 or 35 and women of all ages deserve equal treatment, equal representation (its same with the beauty guru community on YouTube, where a woman of 35 is already too old *facepalm*). Ive always liked having Carole Lombard as an SN, because most of the other examples are of actresses with very short limbs. Now, if youre not far enough down this rabbit hole and you are confused already, I suggest you check out this general overview of the kibbe system, here. Now Kibbe doesnt discuss jeans for each ID, but I have a video on jean options for each Kibbe ID that are in line with these general guidelines. It was developed by David Kibbe in the 1980s. Slightly square or broad shoulders. Cameron Diaz. 1,150. This is actually deceiving to you, for the shortness of your limbs and extremities offsets the width. Should you buy that? Waistline and Yin-YangBalance, Misconceptions About Kibbe Image Identities (FG, SG, FN, D, TR, Classics,Gamines), Why So Many Women Want To Be Theatrical Romantic (and Soft Dramatic) Image ID, Why Kibbe Image IDs ARENT Kibbe Body Types, 10 Myths About Kibbe That Ruin It ForYou, What Is Vertical Line In Kibbes System? Romantic Example #3: Marilyn Monroe. Now bare with me I know she looks kinda boyish at a young age, however I think its more due to the styling and the fact that shes always done a lot of dancing that shaped her body that way she looks a little taut, shes always watched her weight very carefully and always had a low body fat % (Ive read somewhere that when she was just starting, she didnt have any money to buy food and was eating out of garbage cans and still watched what she was eating the dedication of that woman is just unbelievable). On similarity among the Image IDs, and diversity within the Image IDs: - Yin vs. Yang - some verified Rs and Ds / Rs and FNs, - Some verified TRs and SNs - Extreme Yin with a slight Yang undercurrent vs. Blunt Yang with a Yin undercurrent, - Some verified TRs and SDs - Extreme Yin with a slight Yang undercurrent vs. I see tall and curve-less bloggers call themselves SG because they confuse the Kibbe SG with the SG style and desperately want to be SGs (which is very wrong to go in the system already wanting to be something since the whole point is to learn to appreciate what you already are), I see people striving to be TR, or typing people as Classics just because they prefer the classic clothing styles. . However, it still works for the soft natural by softly defining the waist and accomodating the SN curve. 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