This set is for a fellow Army wife currently stationed in Germany. HOOAH!

I'm now offering free style advice to military service members and their families.
 
These three gowns are for a slender Brazilian beauty who'll be a guest at an upcoming Naval Ball. The sweetheart and wrap styles create curves on a slim physique. Shades of plum are perfect for dark skin, black hair, and an October event. Natural curls worn loose with a real or faux flower tucked behind the ear are both classic and suitably festive.

Skimpy bikini not your style? Try a sophisticated vintage-inspired suit instead.

Here are four fabulous swimsuits from J. Crew for common figure shapes: inverted triangle, straight, pear, and apple.

These colorful cocktail dresses are flattering for a figure that verges on the pear-to-hourglass. I created these ensembles for a particular young woman — who looks gorgeous in greens and blues — and works in a creative field. She needs elegant — and not wildly expensive dresses — that will work at both festive summer office events and warm weather weddings.
 
The floaty skirts glide easily over shapely hips and nip in at the middle to show off a slim waist. Switch out the bright sandals and clutches with closed toes and neutral tones for a more conservative effect.

Work your curves in these ensembles — whether you're actually at work or out searching for tulips on a lovely spring day. A structured jacket and pants in the same or similar color create a longer, leaner silhouette. Add pointy-toed pumps or flats to lengthen the look of legs and a solid or patterned top in your best colors.
 
Please stop by my blog for more tips: http://www.jackiehoustonstyle.com/2012/04/top-five-spring-wardrobe-tips-for-curvy-and-plus-petites/

Add a single splash of Tangerine Tango — a piece of jewelry, manicure, or shoes — for a fresh blast of color and a quick wardrobe update.