The graphic symbol of Soft Gamine’s style is the teardrop. On the one hand, a round shape symbolizing the Yin. On the other hand, a sharp point referring to the Yang element. The teardrop ideally reflects the atmosphere of patterns and accessories typical of Soft Gamine. Suitable prints should be clearly defined (as opposed to watercolors), animated, round, and have a certain sharpness at the same time. The second perfect symbol, next to the teardrop, is the heart. The faces of Soft Gamine women most often are heart-shaped. Again, we have softness combined with sharpness. If stripes or plaid appear in the wardrobe, they must be broken with rounded shapes (e.g., florals).
The cuts and lines inherent in the Soft Gamine type are close to the body, fitting but not overly tight. When writing about the style of Soft Gamine women, David Kibbe used the following comparison: “The best things come in small packages.” A wardrobe for the Soft Gamine type gives the impression of being tiny, regardless of the size.
Blouses, blazers, cardigans, or outerwear should not be too long. Long tops, long sweaters, long coats, maxi dresses – these are things utterly inadvisable for Soft Gamine women. Many of the recommended styles are the so-called cut-off styles (e.g., short blazers, bolero jackets, short sweaters, 3/4 sleeves, 7/8 pants length). 3/4 pants length are also recommended, but these are best removed from each list, regardless of the type of beauty. Use 7/8 or 1/2 (to the knee bend) instead of 3/4 length. Skirts and dresses should also reach a maximum of knee bend, possibly just enough to cover them. David Kibbe recommends tea-length dresses and skirts that are calf-length. According to the author, these can be flared cocktail and evening dresses, especially those made of layers of tulle. This suggestion will suit taller Soft Gamine women. With the height of 160 cm (5’3”) and less, this length looks unfavorable.
When building a Soft Gamine wardrobe, broken lines are essential, just as with the other two Gamine types. Monochrome sets and strong vertical lines should be avoided. If the dress is solid, shoes or a handbag should be a color accent and break the monotony. Soft Gamine’s style does not like simplicity and minimalism. There may be more or fewer details (whatever suits you and whatever you feel comfortable with), but you should introduce even the smallest action.
If the style is boring, the Soft Gamine woman (G and FG too) looks sad and bland. She loses her youthful charm, freshness, and charisma.
If we were to refer to the culinary style and organoleptic comparisons for individual Gamine types, they would read as follows:
- Gamine style – spicy-sweet,
- Flamboyant Gamine style – spicy,
- Soft Gamine style – sweet, or sweet and sour (with a predominance of sweetness).
RECOMMENDED:
- fitted, tailored clothes
- girly style
- slightly infantile girlish style (up to a certain age, of course)
- doll-like style
- pin-up style
- round necklines (V-necks won’t hurt a lot, but round necklines are a better choice)
- heart-shaped necklines
- round collars (classic ones won’t hurt a lot, but round collars are a better choice)
- hoods
- fur trim
- tie necks (soft, flowing)
- blouses, blazers, and sweaters with waist length
- blouses, sweaters, and blazers with a defined waist, with a length up to 10 cm below the waist
- 3/4 sleeves
- small, short, triangular sleeves
- short butterfly sleeves
- defined waist
- blouson waist combined with a tapered hem (pencil) or with slim pants
- slightly flared peplums
- flared skirts and dresses
- tulle skirts and dresses
- tulip skirts and dresses (pleats widening the hips, tapering bottom)
- skirts and dresses fitted at the hips, widening at the knee level
- short coats
- narrow pants legs
- 7/8 length
- piping
- bows
- animated prints
- polka dots (worn differently than in the Classic style)
- stripes and a tiny plaid worn in the pin-up style
- colorful leopard print (possibly classic leopard print worn with colorful things)
- delicate asymmetry
- expressive accessories and details
- crossbody bags (colorful or decorated with interesting elements)
TO BE AVOIDED:
- relaxed/oversized clothing
- androgenic styles
- boho style
- Soft Classic style (very smooth, flowing lines)
- romantic watercolors
- pure classic styles
- monochrome outfits
- strong draping (delicate, stiffer draping is acceptable)
- maxi skirts and dresses
- long coats, sweaters, tops
- wide sleeves
- kimono sleeves
- large plaid (e.g., plaid flannel shirt)
- wide belts
- large prints
- large geometric patterns not broken with soft lines
- heavy fabrics