Kibbe body types

The Kibbe system sorts body and face lines into 13 types across five families. It looks at the balance of Yang (sharp, angular, long) and Yin (soft, curved, rounded) and suggests silhouettes and fabrics that harmonize with your natural lines.

Dramatic family

  • Dramatic: Yang
  • Soft Dramatic: Yang with Yin

Natural family

  • Flamboyant Natural: Yang with a sharp, Dramatic edge
  • Natural: Yang
  • Soft Natural: Yang with Yin

Classic family

  • Dramatic Classic: Balanced with Yang
  • Classic: Balanced
  • Soft Classic: Balanced with Yin

Gamine family

  • Flamboyant Gamine: Contrast leaning Yang
  • Gamine: Contrast
  • Soft Gamine: Contrast leaning Yin

Romantic family

  • Theatrical Romantic: Yin with a sharp edge
  • Romantic: Yin

How to find your type

Take the Kibbe body type test for a quick estimate, then read the type guides and compare with how clothes actually sit on you.

Take the Kibbe body type test

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