We have received lots of comments from our readers stating that they are very sensitive when it comes to their bust size.  They want to know how to put the focus on them and not the “girls” when dressing for the office.  Here are our suggestions to this very common fashion dilemma:

Cut of Shirt/Dresses/Sweater:  A Bateau neck focuses on your collarbone area instead of your cleavage.  A V-neck can be very flattering but remember  it should hit about 1/2 an inch above your  natural cleavage line.  The cut is too low if the v-neck dips closer to your navel!  Try to avoid Square and Scoop neck silhouettes since they tend to draw more attention to your cleavage area.

Color: Solids are best. Horizontal stripes are not ideal for your body type.  They will make your chest appear wider and larger than it actually is.  Keep the allover prints very simple.

Embellishment: Keep sequins, embroidery, or embellishment closer to your neckline or shoulder area.  Patch or small pockets, extreme ruching or ruffles will only draw more attention to your bustline.

Emphasis: Play up your toned arms with a ruffle or bell sleeve.  Get attention from those great pair of heels or earrings you just bought.

Here are some examples of the above that we found on http://shopbop.com. 

Nieves Lavi Short Sleeve V Neck Top with Bow
Sari Gueron Short Sleeve Ruffle Neck Dress


Sari Gueron Ruffle Embroidered Sleeve Dress

Lauren Moffatt Flutter Sleeve Dress

Sari Gueron Lace V Neck Dress

Stay tuned for our next Workchic Fitting Room series!