Why I'll Never Wear T-Shirts Again (and neither should you)

[@elliejeanroyden]

If you want to know YOUR body type and discover your best lines head to bodyandstyle.com/services ♥️

[@theroyalshaman]

Would love a series on Basics for the Body Types!

[@AR-lq5sp]

Yes pleaseeee this is all we really need!!!

[@dyanimoriah]

I second this!!!

[@jaylenb8186]

OMG!! YES

[@alidec6069]

Yeaaaaa plis!!

[@haleyhperry]

Yes please!! 🙌

[@taylorgray3147]

My life makes sense now!! Ever since I was about 14 years old I felt completely out of place in a t-shirt. Now that I know I'm a Romantic, it only makes sense. Could you possibly do a video about easy switches from a basic t-shirt for each body type? For example, how you like the dainty cami top instead of a crew neck tee. I would love to hear more about misconceptions like these! Wonderful job, Ellie

[@emilyheier5768]

Yes, please!!! I'm a Romantic as well and I feel like I just realized why all of my casual clothing doesn't make me feel good. I feel lost on how to dress casual and honor my body though. 😢

[@m.howarth47]

I would also appreciate a video on how to dress casual as a romantic, especially if your personal style is not traditionally feminine/girly

[@revaconescu6120]

yes please!

[@carmelasantana3091]

Yes! I stopped wearing T-shirts at 13, and I, too, am in the Romantic spectrum. I also hated gym wear: The T-shirts, paired with tight bottoms, were my nightmare, lol!

[@babayaga3782]

I personally would recommend a short sleeved light knitwear or a short sleeved chiffon blouse that looks like a t shirt. With a v neck or a boat neck. For me the cotton material and the neckband just didn't look good. These alternatives fit better in a classic wardrobe and can still give off that effortless casual vibe.

[@monikagross8802]

How I like to wear t shirts as a Soft Dramatic: -choose a tailored one, so it follows your body shape, and doesn’t look as boxy -tuck it in to get waist emphasis, at least in the front - choose one with a v-neck or otherwise wider neckline It works

[@brishellebrooks9345]

I agree!

[@TM-zq7qx]

It all makes sense now. For years I have suffered trying to incorporate a simple white T into my wardrobe. Being a Soft Natural I never thought there was something besides button-up shirts or flowy blouses for me. However I have recently discovered that 3/4 sleeve boat neck tops or crew neck T-shirts look best on me. So, no more v-necks, no more draped, no more raglan, bat sleeve or off the shoulder T-shirts for me. I just found what suits my body-type and am gonna stick to it.

[@werak.8595]

Amazing video! "Adjusting the basics" could be a name for a new, great series. As a fellow SC I look forward to every video of yours! :D

[@elliejeanroyden]

This is such a cool idea and I love it

[@iexisthaha]

yes i would love to see you do that series! it would be so fun and helpful

[@catherinetaylor3449]

Yes that sounds terrific!

[@winxclubstellamusa]

Yes! And PLEASE include links to them so we can purchase them.

[@vampiric-elf5619]

I'm a self typed theatrical romantic and nothing makes me feel worse about myself than a 'jeans and a tee shirt' outfit. I'm glad fashion has become much more eclectic now. A few years ago that seemed like the go-to uniform for everyone. I always wondered what was wrong with me. Why other girls looked good like that and I never did. It did real, lasting damage to my self esteem and I started to believe i just simply wasn't attractive considering i only looked good 'done up.' Unfortunately that era landed while I was at university. I wish I'd found myself and my style back then. I think uni would have been a totally different experience. I felt uncomfortable about my outfit every single day. Now I live a life completely free of 'jeans and a tee shirt.' Little singlet type tops - especially with lace, are so much better for people on this end of the spectrum. Waist emphasis is important for TRs but I also think showing some shoulder, upper arms and clavicle makes a huge difference with us too.

[@celycute1]

Same here …. and if also worn with sneakers…. Ohhh FORGET IT I look like such a slob lol

[@LowSlungBadBitch]

​​@@celycute1iterally we look so bad in a T-shirt, even in my best jeans 😭

[@LowSlungBadBitch]

and I LOVE lace trim singlets omg. Those are my alternative to a t-shirt

[@misslyntheena]

Totally, it doesn’t do anything for me (also a TR)

[@lisamariebasile2685]

Me too omg!!!

[@tracyramos1019]

I have to somewhat disagree with this. I agree a crew neck tee doesn't look good on everyone, I'm one of those people. But a scoop neck fitted tee does looks good on me or even a boat neck tee. It has a lot to do with style and fit.

[@elgloriea6789]

I completely agree - and I think a few of us are on the same boat. I have a larger bust so crew necks/boat necks (in all types of tops) look tragic on me… But v-neck is my go-to!

[@Witchmee]

I think she's talking about the classic t shirt though. With just the circle neckline.

[@tracyramos1019]

@@Witchmee I sure she was , but she should specify that, especially if you are giving advice about style.

[@Witchmee]

@@tracyramos1019 she did.

[@JenIsHungry]

She specifies this, though. She says who it works for and why, she says outright that certain types look better in different cuts.

[@mollieduval8142]

It's been ages since I've tried to wear a Tshirt. I'm a romantic and t-shirts have always made me look and feel fat. Thank you for helping me understand about my body type and what I can buy that is flattering. I've been on the search now for wrap tops and it's made a huge difference!

[@PreciousMe]

Agree in "theory", but believe it has more to do with the fabric and neckline choices. I can't wear stiff fabrics or crew/round necklines. But thin jersey-type fabric t-shirts with v-necks are a staple.

[@honorcollins6962]

I’m an FG and I love T-shirts, the boxier the better! I never thought about how some people might not suit T-shirt’s because they’re such classic basic items

[@aubee2744]

Same, love cropped or tucked in t shirts

[@isabelled4871]

100 % agree! SN here and haven't worn a t shirt for years, makes me look just slightly better than a potato sack. What works in lieu of a t shirt is rather short cardigans in a very thin soft fabric and the top buttons undone to have a V-neck effect.

[@luisa146]

I'm still not sure about my type but I'm definitely on the yang side and recently I found I really like wearing oversized t-shirts, especially men's t-shirts because they're heavier and more well made. Before I used to wear more feminine, curve-hugging kind of tops because I thought that's what I had to wear and I always felt uneasy and off. It's so obvious now, i don't have curves to hug! I'm blunt and boxy so boxy things suit me better

[@northwoodfalls1403]

Yup. Me, too. I’m a flamboyant natural and I cannot wear women’s t shirts. They are so weirdly constructed …. I’m not sure whom they are actually designed for, tbh. They are often way too short, have weird scooped hemlines and the shoulders vs the necklines don’t line up properly. Gamines and classics maybe? Anyhow, I wear men’s t-shirts exclusively and I wear them most days. They accommodate my wide shoulders and chest, they hit my longer arms at the perfect spot on my upper arm instead of cutting them off awkwardly and they are long enough to hit me at the exact right place just below my natural waist (I have long legs and a short torso so I need longer tops). And yes, they are absolutely better made.

[@barbsvangilder8141]

I’m glad you made a video on this! I’ve struggled with looking like I’m completely undone when wearing a tee. I discovered I’m a soft natural and have switched to a wrap style tee and it works a whole lot better for me.

[@naolucillerandom5280]

As another soft natural, I'm hoping to get my hands on some wrap shirts soon. They are also recommended for the hourglass shape so I have high hopes for it.

[@heidiv5720]

As a SD, i use v-neck Ts that are more fitted and a bit longer. They look pretty flattering, considering... as a mom, i need practical clothing and want to also stay in my lines. Not easy as a SD. The crewneck though looks like death on me!! 😂

[@JuliaHellstrom-Bartram]

This morning I was talking about how I haven't owned a t-shirt in years! I've never understood why they are on wardrobe essentials lists. This explains why they just dont work for me.

[@lieneke6181]

O my god, this is exactly what I've been telling people for years! It's just not flattering for my body type, it's not a basic for me.. glad to have found an anti t-shirt soulmate haha

[@eileenternullo8077]

This explains my frustration with tees and boxy tops! Please give alternative options!!

[@why5711]

Literally so relatable . I am also a soft classic . I'm 17 knowing my body type and colour season is so fun and healing like i can own my feminine energy. Thanks you gave me inspiration and i feel you are like a big sister to me ❤

[@mehekrajwala264]

Same soft classic here , I hate how t shirt look on me , it looks frumpy , I always thought it was because I wasn't attractive or beautiful, turns out the clothes were not suitable for me

[@YumeraChauque]

Wow. U are my age,how u discoverd your body type ? For me is dificult bcs my body doesnt full developed .

[@purplebutterfly314]

Absolutely agree! I'm a SD and haven't worn a T-shirt in years, I always feel dumpy and boxy with them. The only time I'll wear one is to sleep.

[@cb9825]

There are so many options for stretchy tops now. you can easily find something as comfy as a t-shirt but more flattering for your body shape👍🏽

[@elliejeanroyden]

100% agree!! I always feel so uncomfortable in a t-short because it doesn’t follow my body!

[@mh-jg4tv]

Stretchy is uncomfortable especially if it' s hot outside. You wear those things in summer so I think the temperature matters.

[@cb9825]

@@mh-jg4tv are you speaking about synthetic fiber materials? like Lycra, spandex and polyester? Thin cotton and viscose with 3-8% of elastan are fine during the heat.

[@LaurokaPlay]

flamboyant natural here and I feel that way about pencil skirts. Don't even want them in my sight, let alone keep one in a capsule wardrobe

[@traingirl.meghan]

Basics for body types would be such a useful series! I love a tshirt, especially with something fun and personal on it. I agree it's totally dependent on finding the right cut and neckline. For example, boxy striped tee look off on me. I like a crewneck tee with everything from a tutu skirt to jeans 😊

[@milo_thatch_incarnate]

For Soft Naturals like me, a T-shirt knotted at the waist can be perfect, because it emphasizes the width of our shoulders, and then tucks to add some soft waist emphasis at the bottom!

[@susemcx]

Thank you so much! I am changing from Spring to Summer wardrobe at the moment and I feel better now about donating or repurposing most of my T Shirts. I am a soft natural, with a belly and an hourglass figure. I've noticed that I don't look good in most T-Shirts. Some cowl necks are ok, I definitely need a V neck. I have one shirt with a big butterfly, whose wings point to the shoulders, it kind of mimicks an hourglass and goes really well with my curves.

[@marinajones7614]

I’m similar (I think) something that looks great is wrap tops with jeans 💙

[@mahamzahid7846]

I’m so tired of fashion magazines literally rehashing the same fashion advice about high waisted jeans and t-shirts. In theory that sounds like an amazing outfit, but honestly neither of those items flatter me whatsoever!

[@mteresiene]

Thanks so much for addressing this! All these capsule wardrobes refer to so-called "classic" style, but not everyone is a classic!

[@EvangelineB6]

I never liked how I look in a t-shirt as a Soft Gamine, but I found my jam: form-fitting crop t-shirts with hight waisted skirts or pants. Game changer, I look so sleek and put-together.

[@brunettemouse3265]

I'm SG too, and I exclusively wear baby tees because they are cropped and tight. I also only wear t-shirts with high waisted jeans too

[@ttcgr]

Yes!! As a (to the best of my analysis) soft gamine, I look best in short, boxy tshirts with high necklines (no always turtlenecks, just can't be too low cut in a round sort of way). I always have to make sure that it's not too oversized, because it'll overwhelm my narrow shoulders. I mainly need to consider sharpness at my neck, narrowness at my shoulders, softness at my chest and hips, and contrast elsewhere.

[@adriennecooper9366]

Amazing!! You are the only person who can explain why a capsule wardrobe basic T does not work for everyone!! Absolutely love this advice. Immediate follow. Please also cover oversized blazers. (Theatrical romantic here) Thank you. 💜

[@JenIsHungry]

Im a soft dramatic and i would say tee shirts are hit or miss. It usually needs something about it to add some ✨ flare ✨. Currently im wearing a t-shirt that has a built in tie. It keeps it relaxed (natural essence flex) but fits it enough to look good.

[@antoniaz]

So true. I'm a Romantic and I have never worn a classic T except to clean the house. I like feminine tops and, although finding comfortable ones in natural fabrics that are pretty (and you don't want to wreck because you're running errands in the hood on how humid days) can be both challenging and expensive.

[@cb9299]

It's funny I had the opposite experience, I always thought t shirts were too casual or boyish but since figuring out I'm a dramatic I've realized they flatter me much more than girly flowy things I was drawn to before. Just like you said, a structured T is great on me!

[@ZackRekeSkjell]

This resonates a lot with me! I am a soft classic, and I have always felt I can only get away with certain types of T-shirts like if they are formfitting, softer fabrics, shorter sleeves, more open necklines.

[@Elizabethvanderblank]

This is Brilliant! As a fellow T-shirt struggler this video hits home. Tops are such a challenge to find in today's fashion world.

[@elisabethg.2360]

What is interesting for me: I'm a flamboyant natural and usually love everything boxy like t-shirts. But I am pregnant now and gained around 10kg, especially around the bust, hips and back. Suddenly I have all this roundness in my body and my usual outfit combinations don't work anymore. Now I know why my usual t-shirt feels off and will embrace this time with flowy and soft shapes.

[@moafjonsson]

I mean this very respectfully, and it is literally just a thought that crossed my mind as a fellow FN when I read your comment - are you sure you are a FN? If you gain weight and suddenly the FN lines don't work for you, then I have a hard time believing you are actually a FN. I think this because 1) most people, including David K, say that your body type and recommendations do not change with weight fluctuations and 2) I have been 10-15 kgs heavier too but the shapes and lines that flattered me the most were still the same typical ones for FN. My style recommendations did NOT have to accomodate weight gain, and as far as I understand it they should not for anyone. You should do whatever you feel is best for you, but I would highly recommend re-checking your body type if I were you (: ♡

[@Chrysaetos3]

The only t-shirts I ever loved and that actually looked flattering on me were those that were cut with a curve, a discovery I made quite by accident. Basically if you lay down the t-shirt flat, the cut of the fabric from the armpits to the hips will curve inwards towards the waist and out to the hips, a concave shape. Classic t-shirts are cut straight down from armpit to hip, hence the name "T" shirt. The sleeve also matters. Women's t-shirts are usually cut with such short sleeves that some are basically cap sleeves and give no upper arm coverage at all. They're almost tank tops without the shoulder exposure. This isn't flattering for everyone. Men's t-shirts are usually cut to cover at least halfway down the upper arm, which is something that would be nice to see more often in women's t-shirts. As someone who has a lot of roundness, the classic, straight boxy cut of t-shirt is never going to be my best look, no matter how stylish it looks on others. The type that's cut with a curve looks amazing though. Unfortunately, they're so rare. The best t-shirt I ever had was cut with a curve, had fitted sleeves that went midway down my upper arm and was actually long enough the cover my hips. It's a shame that so little thought seems to be put into the cut of women's t-shirts because the right ones can be so easy, comfortable and flattering. As it stands, the only place a t-shirt has in my life is for loungewear and for that, the men's ones are superior with their longer sleeves, thicker fabric and overall roomier cut.

[@jaimeethomas7018]

This explains so much!! I think I’m a soft dramatic and boxy styles of t-shirt have never really done it for me. I own a couple thinner more loose ones which I enjoy wearing but they feel more akin to the blouses that I tend to gravitate toward. Button-downs or anything that kind of looks like an Edwardian shirtwaist (thin blousy fabric, lace/texturing details, a little bit of frill, big sleeves a great bonus) works a lot better for me as a t-shirt substitute (all tucked in ofc!). I also gravitate towards similar singlets to you, just in a bit of a looser style. I think they’re all great alternatives to a t-shirt that fit my style well

[@annabourbon]

I've typed myself as SG (it really helped that people compared Jenna Coleman and Reese Witherspoon all the time 😅 had a bit of struggle but after 8 to 9 months I'm pretty sure were this is going) but I have always struggled with certain tshirts... like it just makes sense now why I tend to feel like I don't put a lot of effort when I actually do 😂❤ thank you so much!

[@sypha0014]

Ellie I'm a soft classic and summer causes me so much anxiety as i dont know what to wear! Can you suggest a few casual outfits for our body shape please 🙏

[@vandomka8464]

As a Soft Natural, here's some tips that might help my fellow SNs (based on what works for me): - raglan sleeves are my life saviors, they look really flattering on SN shoulders (also when it comes to hoodies) - cap sleeves are a no go, they just look too small - the wider the neckline the better, however v neck always looks off on me - avoid hiding your waist, go for a more fitted style or tuck in a looser shirt into high waisted pants - flowy fabrics will look less boxy

[@alyssakleinhans3190]

Loved this- I’ve been slowly coming to this realization (soft dramatic here) but this puts the nail in the coffin. Would have loved to see some suggestions on what’s a good alternative for each type. Thanks for all you do!

[@katox9519]

Same (SD I think as well), and same (I'd love some suggestions)!

[@vermiliongardens]

Fellow SD here. I was trying to think of what’s replaced t-shirts for me and I think it’s bodysuits. You can get them in many styles, but the one thing they all have in common is that they are fitted (ie, hug my curves.) I particularly like scoop neck or off-shoulder ones. PS - I’m 5’8” and I find that the ones from Abercrombie are long enough (an issue I have a lot with one-piece items.)

[@katox9519]

@@vermiliongardens I have a bit of a belly on me though so the idea of something tight on my tum fills me with the fear.😅

[@mynameisreallycool1]

Me too. That's what I was hoping I'd see in this video

[@caitlinpaige1247]

More like this please! I'm a TR and do have a comfy tee for those days when I do want to hide my body or am just not feeling particularly sensual. But I do have a cropped tight tee that fits so well and ends right at my waist that looks great with high waisted trousers or skirts, though so far that's the only tee shirt item I've found that looks nice on me, and there are definitely much nicer types of clothing for my type.💖

[@murphyleigh6319]

Honestly this makes me feel more confident that I'm a soft gamine, because of my complicated relationship with t-shirts. I really need the waist definition provided by high-waisted pants for a t-shirt to work, but when I have that I look amazing.

[@Jazzy_Bug]

This video was great! I would love to see one on capsule wardrobes for each body type :)

[@loveofurs]

I always felt like I look slightly off wearing any sort of T-shirts as a Romantic, and even tight-fitted shirts with v-necks couldn't save the situation. Now it makes a lot of sense, thanks Ellie-Jean!

[@chloe-fy4wc]

I needed to hear this as a SN. Most of my tops are t shirts but i know they don’t look the best on me. The biggest problem I have with t shirts is that they lack waist definition. And tucking it in creates weird drapes and folds which I don’t like. So i gravitate towards figure hugging stretchy shirts, but I it creates slightly strangled effect ( which is okay, but not perfect) But I still wear them often because they’re usually the most practical

[@gia-144]

I agree 100%! I add them to my wardrobe but just never reach for them when it comes down to dressing outside of the house!

[@milainnewyork]

Omg THANK YOU for this video! I have always tried T-shirts and hated them on me. High necks make me look so not like myself. I want to study more about kibbe body type so I can understand my style and what works better on me. Thanks sooo much for this video!! ❤️

[@nancycompier]

I’m a theatrical romantic and I feel the least confident in how I look when I’m wearing a traditional crew neck t shirt. I have a couple of scoop necked shirts in my wardrobe just to have easy basics and they look ok, but even so I wouldn’t say it’s my best look.

[@evolili4245]

TR here too and YES!😅 the only "t-shirts" that work for me are those soft, clingy tops that are made for yoga or pilates (don't know what it's called, but the fabric is different...)

[@nancycompier]

@@evolili4245 yes! They have to be slightly clingy and flowy for our body type!

[@Klim73]

100% agree! I have an hour glass shape and t shirt just make me look big! I haven’t bought t shirt in years!

[@ashyrosie]

The relief at seeing my body type in the works for group is indescribable. Literally a staple for me. Only other option might be topless 😬

[@smokee1325]

i think im a soft dramatic? and this makes a LOT of sense. i do have certain tshirts that are okay, if im going for a particular look, like being edgy, but as a basic i usually just look frumpy in one

[@memo-fq3ps]

I think it depends on the type of t-shirt and the way you wear it. Of course, more varieties of t-shirts would probably favor some body types more than others, but that doesn't mean that some body types can't pull off any type of t-shirt, and even so, the way you style them can help make the outfit slightly more harmonious than it would be without styling it a certain way.

[@minglian9335]

I feel you. I've always felt so blegh in tshirts and wondered why i couldnt have that effortless jeans and tshirt look other girls wear... Im not delicate enough to wear spaghetti strap tops or the style youre wearing in the video unless its much wider than usual After experimenting for a while ive settled on a soft button up blouses as my staple, either worn cropped or loosely tucked into high waisted skirt/pants bloused over and that seems to work. Im glad youve also figured out what works for you:)

[@vivcatmickymaus4482]

I don`t like t-shirts and now I know why. Thanks for this video.

[@Kasia_Luna]

This confused me a little!! Because I am pretty sure I am a theatrical romantic but I feel very good in a very "fitted* tee shirt. If it's fitted nicely around my waist, I feel very relaxed and at home in it. A loose tee on the otherhand is a whole other story.

[@hmmmnope2455]

As a theatrical romantic too, fitted t-shirts(that's a soft, non stiff fabric) look much better on us(due to the waist emphasis it creates and it flatters our petite-ness) So those types of t-shirts doesn't discredit you being a theatrical romantic

[@margies735]

As a TR I agree with you! I love a fitted t with a bit of stretch and high neckline and sometimes a loose t with soft draping fabric so I can tuck at the waist. However, oversized or boxy t shirts are a no no!

[@kat_thefruitbat]

So true. The basic crewneck tee definitely isn’t a universally satisfying style of garment in relation to both individual style preferences and Kibbe body type style suggestions. In terms of Kibbe body types, it would be interesting to see if there are any “timeless” garment styles and/or cliche “wardrobe essentials” that actually do fulfill style suggestions for every single Kibbe body type.

[@brishellebrooks9345]

You always come with the bangers sis!!

[@RPMcMurphy33]

Attention , soft naturals: Home-made, off-the-shoulder t-shirts are the best. I take a shirt with a slim fit (not tight) in the torso (men’s small works best for me) and I cut out the collar in a boat neck shape.Then I cut off the sleeves at the hem. If it’s a big boxy t-shirt, I’ll knot the sides with hair-ties and tuck them under. This style honors the width in my shoulders while providing waist emphasis. The styles of t-shirt that don’t work for me are crew necks and scoop necks. It’s ok to cut up your t-shirts. That’s what Ellie tried to do. I can see her point that in the end it just didn’t feel right. I love t-shirts, but I have to modify them first.

[@elliejeanroyden]

This makes so much sense for SN!!! These kinds of details look so obviously messy on me as a Classic but what you’re saying would be so so chic on a natural!

[@casual_cupcake]

I love my T-shirts. Not just to wear as part of an outfit, but they’re super useful for wearing under pullovers in winter and blouses in spring/autumn.

[@mangisty1007]

Finally understand! I never liked tee shirts either and always wondered why are they staples! Thanks!

[@Nerdy-By-Nature]

Knotting a t-shirt to make it more wearable 🤦‍♀️ so relatable for this SD. If it's drapey enough (like a rayon spandex blend) I can make it work with knotting/tucking and some amazing accessories. But ironically it's one of the least effortless things I can put on my body.

[@marialwable]

Thank you, this video and info really resonated with me. My experience as a flamboyant gamine is that I have to be careful that T-shirts aren’t too big or wide in the shoulders, as my shoulders are narrow often t-shirts drown my frame. But with the right t-shirt or a cropped tee, it works great!

[@sissidg1682]

I’m in the region of SG/possible TR, and I love fitted baby tees with high necks and shorter sleeves, especially if the fabric has some weight to it. I loathe conventional, unisex fit baggy tees, which swallow me whole…but, if I have to wear one, I try to get it in a kid’s medium, so it gives shrunken baby-tee vibes.

[@imaneben1471]

I love your videos, literally reinvented my sense of style!

[@silverplim]

I like oversized band / hippie shirts, and that’s it. Normal t shirts don’t look good on me, blouses are more flattering

[@latifx3944]

I think soft classics have to be very careful when picking a t-shirt, especially if they have extra body weight. The shoulder seems need to be straight, not dropped and a rounded/v neckline with pure lightweight fabric like linen or bamboo. Cotton can be a bit too stiff, especially with lower quality fabrics. I do think that many soft classics may not like tshirts because it can enhance shoulder width and the fleshiness of their arms. Think Laura Linney. You can really see this when she wears an asymmetrical off shoulder blouse. I also think horizontal lines particularly, even in the right fabric can really throw off a soft classic as it tends to create a disproportionate top half in what is a really balanced body line.

[@VanCrane]

I think there is a t-shirt for EVERY body type. Maybe it’s fitted, maybe a v-neck or a boat neck, maybe cup sleeves or 3/4 sleeves. Your right, a boxy men’s t-shirt isn’t right for softer types. But to avoid t-shirts completely, if you like this item, is not necessary I think 🤔

[@janeydeards1170]

Self-typed Soft Dramatic here - I struggled for years as to why I couldn't make a T-shirt work then I discovered bardot bodies, anything off shoulder, anything with a boat neck seemed to honour my broad shoulders and the truer T shape far more. If I cover my bust and curves I tend to look 'frumpy' and big, if I accentuate them, I tend to look more put together

[@LoriLae-c7r]

Super interesting! I'm a FG and I spent some years confused as to why some t-shirts looked amazing on me and others were totally "meh". My best t-shirts have a nice high neck or V-neck, with a very precise and usually cropped shape (which doesn't even look that cropped on me). Before I figured that out I got some soft material boatneck thing thinking it was going to look really chic on me and boy was I wrong, the drape looks terrible and the neckline flops all over the place, I am the wrong kibbe type to pull that off!

[@divinityomine6935]

Would love a video on how to dress Edgy as a Romantic

[@caribbean9829]

Wow. I knew before this video about Kibbe body type, but never understood it until today. Great video.

[@sinnela5807]

Hard disagree. I think anyone can find a flattering t-shirt for their body shape. You'll just have to consider the neckline, shape and length of the sleeve and the hem, the material, the color, the style. This is like saying that trousers don't suit a particular body type. The same boxy crewneck won't work on everyone, but there will certainly be flattering choices for anyone!

[@pienvandenberg6321]

Absolutely! I'm a SD and i look great in any tight-fitting t-shirt regardless of the neckline.

[@penelie]

Watch the video

[@shaadfncjl92]

Completely agree! A lot of things determine what stlye of tshirt looks good on you. To have a self-declared stylist say that you should not wear something period is really passe.

[@dreamchord4544]

@@shaadfncjl92 I don’t think she ever said that in the video though. The title is definitely for search engine optimization, not because she thinks that no one in the world should wear tee shirts 😊

[@Oberbaumbruecke]

​@@pienvandenberg6321 Some people don't get what she is talking about. She ist completely right.

[@Stellafera]

As a soft natural a fitted tee is a no go but I find that t shirts with a somewhat more "oversized" fit work really well on my body when I tuck them in for some waist definiton. Creates a lot of volume that complements the width of this body type.

[@magdalenasypniewska8034]

Yes!!! I've been struggling with this for months now, I feel like I don't need a single t-shirt in my wardrobe, I definitely prefer blouses that I'm calling "better than basic". But I suspect I'm a Soft Classic just like you :)

[@nomadeXXII]

I have only read the title and not watched the video yet but I think a lot of people seem to have forgotten why many people like to wear T-shirts in the first place; COMFORT!

[@isabelled4871]

Well depending on your body shape t shirts Can be very uncomfortable believe me! If you're a SN with big shoulders it feels tight around the shoulders, then if you have breasts too it crushes the breasts. I feel like encrusted in a cage in the standard t shirt, not comfortable at all. Also ugly and bulky. My (nice) curves disappear under it, too. T shirts are a garment created for men and is comfortable for men's bodies. Honestly can't understand why it's such a Staple.

[@nomadeXXII]

@@isabelled4871 i get where you’re coming from. My bust is also a bit on the larger end so that’s why oversized is the way to go for me personally. Super comfy. But that of course hides your curves, which I prefer. But some ladies obviously don’t want that

[@isabelled4871]

Obviously not 😉 Why hide your curves in an oversized sack? More often than not it makes people look bigger than they are. Better to wear something that defines your waist a bit. Also a good bra that makes breasts a little smaller because of how it's shaped (such bras have a name) I'm not saying wear a top like Ellie's wearing (quite understand you find it a bit too flimsy) but there are solutions out there other than an oversized shapeless t shirt, honestly ☺️

[@melissamelissa2603]

This is my favorite video that you’ve done so far! It’s so helpful to me because I’m a very similar body type and t-shirts don’t work for me at all. Now I know why. Thank you!

[@yeahweburnstuff]

Great to hear that you're speaking in a more measured pace; watched all the way through. Thanks.

[@BanjoBitty]

I found a nice-casual shirt that is sort of a hybrid between a t-shirt and a blouse. It has a nice neckline and is sleek, but it feels so comfortable and is shaped nicely. Idk what this means but I'm glad I am experimenting with clothes because it's one of my favorite shirts ever and made me realize that regular t-shirts don't make me feel comfortable with myself. I just wear them out of convenience and therefore tolerate the way they look on me. Anyway, the new shirt is casual enough to be comfortable in but cute and stylish enough to wear out.

[@CyberMercy]

Soft/Dramtic the narrow towards the neck sleaveless is my go to - a racer-back tank & a T had a baby. - never ever a streight sleeveless great Vidi 😎☕💋

[@awkwardletter9533]

Summer tops for Soft Classics PLEASE! I struggle every summer and just wear tank tops and denim shorts. I look country and sloppy 😩

[@mirandadiaz3446]

Hi Ellie! I just wanted to say that I think the long bob suits you even better than your current hairstyle! Love your content!

[@elliejeanroyden]

You might be right!! I actually found it a lot more work, but yeah it was cute!

[@BrookeDoesScience]

I was confused in the first half. As a dramatic classic, tshirts of nearly any variety look great on me 😂

[@katemaria1]

Agreed. But the crew neck T shirts that she shows Jackie Onassis wearing in the video are best for me-I’m short waisted, so most V necks don’t look as good.

[@thehalfbloodserb]

As a TR I find the classic boxy crew neck t shirt makes me feel like an awkward teenager again, so I only ever wear them to sleep in 😆 My basic everyday tops are stretchy, fitted tops with open necklines, and they pair especially well with high waisted trousers

[@sahra8013]

Been subscribed since your vids on school , love how your channel has progressed!

[@kayleighangrove846]

But Ellie-Jean, what do I wear as a SN if I find t-shirts don't work for me? I would love a video that goes into more detail for the more romantic types.

[@susanstephan7689]

Fellow SN here! One of my favorite basics is a v-neck tee in a soft fabric that is relaxed enough for me to either knot at the waist or tuck into jeans.

[@isabelled4871]

Linen tops with a V neck and 3/4 sleeves... White silk shirts... The same style of top Ellie is wearing if you're comfortable with your arms...

[@SpecialistInHope]

Yes I'm so glad you made this video!! It makes so much sense, my T-shirts always go unworn

[@natalyaa3514]

Agree! I never liked t-shirts on me and always go for a blousy top

[@Miamia_01]

That’s so useful. I have always felt more comfortable in singlets in the summer time. I have a bunch of t shirt, really nice ones but I hardly wear them. I guess you don’t always think twice about things, why you make the choices you do when you get dressed. I think I’m a soft natural, but Im not positive as my hips are a bit wider than my shoulders. Not by much but.

[@lost_in_the_forrest]

This video was very insightful! Looking forward to more basics videos 😁💕

[@karak3846]

This makes so much sense! I’m really starting to notice how out-of-place I feel in t-shirts. I have the double curve and I always find myself pulling the T-shirts at the back so it outlines my frame better. Would love to hear some ideas for replacement t-shirts!!

[@debbiec6723]

I have typed myself as a soft dramatic and have never liked regular tshirts on my body. I can get by with a knit top that has a scoop neckline, some bust shaping and a fabric that drapes. These are sometimes sold as tshirts,however they have never been my first choice. Thanks for confirming why.

[@avgiam]

Could you make a video about capsule wardobe for each body type?

[@amykitia]

I love this video!!! It completely makes sense. My mother is Romantic, I'm TR, and I can see it. It isn't flattering on us, at all. Now I know why. Thanks!!😊

[@JatheB]

Ahhh thank you!! Now it’s crystal clear to me that I’m SD and not D. T-shirts NEVER work for me.

[@babyduck1000]

I was about to say that T shirts look really good on me, but then I'm one of the types you mentioned that it looks good on. My shoulders are bony and sharp, and I have a small bust so shirts that "hang" off me are great. Ive gotten rid of most of my form fitting shirts because they look funny on me. I agree you look frumpy in T shirts- like you are ready for a PJ party!

[@porcelannie]

Your videos are on fire lately! Keep it going 😍🙌🏻

[@hbarlaam]

Why would you title this "and neither should you" if you then list several types that look good in t-shirts? Other than that, I liked the video.

[@Mrs90417]

Thanks for this video! I've completely shifted my wardrobe to a capsule wardrobe and feel there's a little swapping I could do 😊 this helps!