Kibbe Type Comparison
Soft Dramatic vs Flamboyant Natural
Can't decide if you're a Soft Dramatic or Flamboyant Natural? You're not alone—this is one of the most common points of confusion in the Kibbe system.
Soft Dramatic
Yang with Yin undercurrent
Bold and sensual curves. Soft Dramatics combine a strong Yang bone structure with soft, curvy flesh.
Full Soft Dramatic GuideFlamboyant Natural
Dominant Yang with bluntness
Free-spirited and statuesque. Flamboyant Naturals have broad, blunt bone structure with a long vertical line.
Full Flamboyant Natural GuideBone Structure: The Foundation
| Soft Dramatic | Flamboyant Natural |
|---|---|
Long vertical line | Broad, blunt shoulders |
Broad or sharp shoulders | Long vertical line |
Long limbs | Wide bones throughout |
Large hands and feet | Angular but blunt edges |
Prominent bones | Large hands and feet |
Body Flesh and Curves
| Soft Dramatic | Flamboyant Natural |
|---|---|
Soft, fleshy curves | Moderate to lean |
Full bust and/or hips | Athletic build |
Rounded waist | Straight hips |
Soft arms and thighs | May have some curves |
Lush, sensual body | Muscular tendency |
Celebrity Comparison: Seeing the Difference
Soft Dramatic Celebrities
Sofia Vergara
Adele
Christina Hendricks
Sophia Loren
Ashley Graham
Flamboyant Natural Celebrities
Jennifer Lawrence
Cameron Diaz
Julia Roberts
Princess Diana
Blake Lively
Anne Hathaway
How Styling Differs Between These Types
Soft Dramatic Style Recommendations
- Draped, flowing fabrics
- Bold silhouettes
- Deep necklines
- Curve-hugging shapes
- Statement pieces
- Long, unbroken lines
Flamboyant Natural Style Recommendations
- Relaxed, unconstructed pieces
- Oversized silhouettes
- Long, flowing layers
- Natural fabrics
- Effortless, undone looks
- Bold accessories
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