When finding our Kibbe Body Type, it is common to discover some of the suggested dressing lines do not work for us. And no, this doesn’t mean you don’t have a Dramatic Kibbe Body Type. This only means, you are missing your Kitchener Essence lines in your style.
What’s the difference between the Kibbe System and the Kitchener Essences?
The Kibbe System focuses more on your body type (bone structure + body flesh), while the Kitchener Essences are mainly about your facial features.
Both of the Systems work with Yin (soft features) and Yang (sharp features). So, this makes it easier to combine both of the systems. However, it’s easy to feel confused about how to comibine them without messing up.
So, once you know your Kibbe ID, you want to figure out what your Kitchener Essences are. Essences can make a huge difference and they’re usually the missing part when it comes to figuring out what looks best on you. They are basically what makes everything make sense, and they go beyond only “looking good.” When you figure out what your essences are, you can actually understand why people see you the way they see you and surprisingly sometimes they go hand-by-hand with your personality (not in all cases).
So, how can you figure out your Essence Blend?
There are a few ways, like analyzing your own features, booking a consult with John Kitcher, you can try our free quiz to get an idea of what your essences might be, or you can simply book an Essence Analysis with us and we’ll be happy to make a Style Guide based on your Essence Blend + Kibbe ID.
On the other side, if you already know your blend, you might be looking for a way to incorporate your Essences to your style without getting in the way of your Dramatic lines. Don’t worry, we’ve got you! Just keep reading to find out how to incorporate your essences to your Dramatic Kibbe ID.
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Dramatic Essence + Dramatic Kibbe ID
Everything in the essence is in harmony with your Kibbe, so you shouldn’t worry much. Sharp, long lines, dark, bold and bright colors, animal print, everything pointy and angular, all of these are a great way to incorporate the Dramatic essence for a complete Dramatic look.
If Dramatic is your main essence, you can never go wrong by being extra or too much. More is more. This means all the Dramatic elements will look good on you, just be careful to not overshadow your other essences.
If Dramatic is your first complementary essence, you can incorporate the essence by wearing bright and bold colors, wild prints, sleek hairstyles, heavy makeup, or a whole garment.
Finally, if Dramatic is your secondary complementary essence, you might want to keep it in the colors you wear, hairstyles, perhaphs a bold lip color, winged eye liner, an exotic print, or flamboyant jewelry.
Of course, some colors like black or very bright ones will not look good if you’re outside the Winter family in the Seasonal Color System. So, to learn how to dress Dramatic in your color palette make sure to book a consultation with us. We’ll be happy to guide you into your most authentic style.
Natural Essence + Dramatic Kibbe ID
Both Natural Essence and Dramatic Kibbe need long lines. The only difference is the Natural Essence is more about oversized, heavy items and a more relaxed style. It is not as bold or intense as the Dramatic Essence. Natural is low-key.
If Natural is your main essence, you can break the sharpness of your Kibbe structure a bit. You will look your best in relaxed lines, V necklines, shirts, and straight, even oversized wide leg pants. Long coats with lots of extra fabric will be your best friend. Actually, anything with extra fabric will be.
If Natural is your first complementary essence, you can incorporate it by adding an oversized garment to your outfit, handmade jewelry and accessories. Natural looking makeup and earthy colors are key.
Finally, if Natural is your secondary complementary essence, it’s a good idea to wear your hair down and free, natural fibers in natural colors, and accessories made of leather or canvas.
In this case, if you are not an Autumn in the Seasonal Color Analysis, there’s a possibility that Natural colors will look off. We can help you find a way to incorporate your Colors to your Kibbe + Esssences if you book a consultation with us.
Gamine Essence + Dramatic Kibbe ID
What do Gamine and Dramatic have in common? They are both daring and creative. The “more is more” rule also applies with the Gamine essence. But there is also a big difference that has to be respected: A Gamine looks best in short and small lines, while the Dramatic Kibbe is the whole opposite. You might be wondering, how can this work?
It is simple and complex at the same time. It really depends on the other two essences you have and on the percentage of Gamine you have. If you don’t know your Essence blend percentages and would like to know how to mix everything together make sure to book a Complete Consultation with us right here.
However, if Gamine is your main essence, you can dare to wear shorter lines. Maybe mini skirts will look good even if you have a Dramatic Kibbe, or other items like crop tops, crop sweaters, short dresses, etc. Adding a short item to each of your outfits along with adding lots of color and pattern mixing will be the best you can do. (Again, this could change if you had Classic essence, as Classic is more about balance).
On the other side, if Gamine is your first complementary essence, don’t be scared and start incorporating fun prints and colors to your outfits. Accessories are also what makes an outfit for Gamines. So hats, belts, fun bags, creative small jewelry, and layers in your outfits will elevate it.
Finally, if Gamine is your secondary complementary essence, keep in on the details like jewelry, hair, colors and maybe eye makeup (if you have Gamine eyes, of course).
Classic Essence + Dramatic Kibbe ID
Classic is the middle point of everything. Nothing too sharp, nothing too soft and nothing too long or short. Because of this, having Classic essence means you have to search for balance in your outfits and in some cases, even elegance.
When Classic is your main essence, this means your rule becomes “less is more” and outfits must be clean, polished (unless you have Natural essence), and timeless. You Dramatic frame gives you space to really embrace the elegance in a very traditional way. Nevertheless, because your body frame is on the sharper side, we recommend you choose “old money” style clothes. Classic shirts, v-neck knit sweaters, dressing pants and shorts, the Ralph Lauren style is a good example. Your hair and makeup has to be neat and in place.
But then, if Classic is your first complementary essence, you should also consider not adding a lot of jewelry or accessories to your outfits. Clean lines and a polished style will be your best friends and let’s not forget about timeless colors like dark blue, white, black, beige and red. Monochromatic outfits will never go wrong.
And of course, if Classic is your secondary complementary essence, as long as you keep things balanced you’re good too go. This means, you can explore the colorfulness of Gamine or Dramatic, but in a way that isn’t too much. Maybe by keeping the prints in only one item or the pops of color in either your bottoms or tops.
Romantic Essence + Dramatic Kibbe ID
It gets tricky when you have Yin essences as a Dramatic, especially with the Romantic Essence. Romantic is all about curve, soft lines, round necklines, total opposite of what a Dramatic in the Kibbe System should wear. So, this is for sure the most complex essence to incorporate. But there’s hope, we’ve got you!
Yup, when Romantic is your main essence, it can feel difficult. However, this essence allows you to wear tighter clothes, you can go for round or square necklines, waist definition, colors like red, pink or black. Fabrics like satin and silk materials, that are very delicate and very soft. Don’t forget Romantics are also a lot about makeup, so glamourous looks, lots of volume on your hair, jewelry that feels and looks luxurious, high heels, long nails, all of these are Romantic features you might want to incorporate to your Dramatic Kibbe dressing lines. This way, you will respect what looks good on you without forgeting about your Romantic Essence.
What happens when Romantic is your first complementary essence? You don’t need to worry much as you can wear it in the fabrics you choose, like satin, silk, faux fur, any luxurious material. Of course, volume on the hair is key and makeup that accentuates the Romantic features in your face.
Lastly, when Romantic is your secondary complementary essence, you just need to always add a touch of glamour to your outfit. Pehaps red or glossy lips, long eyelashes, long hair, and jewelry.
If you don’t know which features in your face are Romantic, make sure to book a consultation with us, so you can learn which features are which essence and learn how to enhace them.
Ingenue Essence + Dramatic Kibbe ID
Compared to the Romantic essence, Ingenue is actually easier to incorporate to your Dramatic Kibbe ID. Although, it is known for its softness and dainty details, you can apply it by simply adding a few delicate features.
If Ingenue is your main essence, you might need to change the fabrics you wear. Dramatic often looks best in stiff fabrics, but when there’s Ingenue in your features, you have to soften these a little and maybe choose some moderate weight materials. Makeup and hair are always a good way to enhace those delicate features, so adding lots of blush to your looks, pink and soft colors around your eyes is key. Don’t limit yourself and add a few ruffles or puffy sleeves (nothing too exagerated, unless you have Dramatic essence as your first complementary essence).
In case Ingenue is your first complementary essence, adding a few round necklines instead of sharp V necklines, would be best. Small, delicate jewelry, soft waves, flower prints, small purses and feminine shoes are all good ideas.
Finally, when Ingenue is your secondary complementary essence, you can simply add light colors to your wardrobe, like sky blue, yellow pastel, baby pink. And of course, small jewelry and accessories with a few girly details.
Angelic Essence + Dramatic Kibbe ID
The Angelic Essence is known as the most Yin essence. However, it is close to the Dramatic essence because both are long and creative in their own way. The biggest difference between them is that the Ethereal essence includes a lot of soft, flowing materials.
To incorporate the Ethereal/ Angelic to your Dramatic Kibbe lines, if it is your main essence, you might need to switch to soft and flowing materials. Simple as that. Don’t forget to play with textures, add lots of lightweight knits, transparencies, or shiny fabrics. Less contrast is prefered as Angelic is more delicate and very bold colors could interfere with the softness. However, if you are a Winter in the Seasonal Color System, this might not work for you. We’ll teach you how to mix your Kibbe + Essences + Colors here.
Very long hair and lots of shimmer in your makeup, glowing skin, all of these contribute to an Ethereal style. Unique accessories that feel outwordly. Don’t forget to consider which type of Angelic you are, as that could make the whole difference. You could be an ethereal that looks like a fairy or a mermaid and the accessories, makeup looks and colors you wear would be very different from an Angelic that has a witchy or godess vibe. The type of Angelic you are depends on the mix of your other essences.
When Angelic is your first complementary essence, adding garments that wrapped around your body and flowing sleeves will always work. Don’t forget about the textures, transparencies and irradiacent materials.
Finally, when Angelic is your secondary complementary essence, you can incorporate the essence by only adding metalic materials to your shoes, bags or simply wearing unique, long and delicate jewelry.
Don’t forget that you can strengthen your essences by wearing a perfume that smells like it.
Hopefully this guide helps you get inspired to play around with your essences. As long as we keep the right balance between our essences and respect the basics of our Kibbe lines (length + fit + silhouette), you will be able to achieve flawless outfits that represent who you are on the inside out.
If you’re still struggling after this, don’t be shy to reach out and book a consultation with us. We’ve got you!!
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