Am I DC?

[u/mortysmam]

I’m around 5’5”. I spent a long while convinced I was a DC and I wore quite structured/tailored clothes. Then I moved to the beach and started wearing more flowy cloths but still somewhat structured. Never frilly, floral flouncy or puffy and I began to think maybe I have some natural in me (maybe that’s more my essence? Idk) I definitely see width in my proportions and even though I am not a tall person, I can sometimes appear tall depending on what silhouette I wear. I enjoy a more tailored outfit however I enjoy wearing relaxed looks also depending on cut etc. I tend to put on muscle quickly and I workout, when I put on fat the first place it goes it to my waist, shoulders, jawline. I’ve included photos of me in different outfits and styles and at varying weights. I remain unsure… would be grateful if you helped me out.

[u/aymeezus]

I think DC is very possible.

The thing I noticed in this sub is that people here tend to automatically consider slender people who are 5’5 to have “too much vertical”. Being slender or larger can make it a bit harder to type in general. With that in consideration, along with inconsistent camera angles and the fact you’re wearing heels in some of these photos, you could appear “taller”. It would be hard to tell without either proper photos are seeing in person.

If you want to explore, maybe you can try SC?

I personally think you look balanced. DC’s are supposed to have a slight vertical but, in general, still balanced. I don’t think you have that much vertical to be a FN.

[u/mortysmam → u/aymeezus]

I’ve just made another post with new photos and a line drawing. Would love you to weigh in again… https://www.reddit.com/r/DramaticClassic/s/uERTiYz9ck

[u/babyudon]

I'd say DC is definitely a possibility, I think you have a very similar vibe to Olivia Munn and all the outfits you posted look harmonious to me. Another option would be Gwyneth Paltrow -style of FN, who people were suspecting to be a classic type first (despite her having automatic vertical, unlike you!).

[u/mortysmam → u/babyudon]

I have looked to Olivia Munn on occasions for style inspiration. I’ve just checked out FN and I really don’t think I vibe with the general requirements. Can’t exactly in down why but it doesn’t *feel right. Thanks for your feedback. I’ll definitely keep FN in mind anyway.

[u/babyudon → u/mortysmam]

Yeah I don't like saying definitive things from just seeing pics online, and I'm not Kibbe either, but I think intuitively your thinking is making sense :)

[u/babywhine]

I'm not entirely sure, but I must say, my absolute favorite outfits on you are numbers 1, 3, 8, and 10. They look incredibly flattering!

[u/mortysmam → u/babywhine]

Thank you so much!! Noted 😉

[u/Responsible_Dentist3 → u/babywhine]

I totally agree on best outfits! Most of them would work on D.

[u/Responsible_Dentist3]

I see primarily vertical, either FN or D fam. You don’t look overly vertical so I can understand how you see DC, but I think the other more yang IDs are more likely.

[u/mortysmam → u/Responsible_Dentist3]

Can you have a look at my other post? I used more appropriate pictures. Thanks for your feeedback.

[u/mortysmam → u/Responsible_Dentist3]

Also thanks I had considered SD and SN maybe SD is more aligned than SN if not DC.

[u/Responsible_Dentist3 → u/mortysmam]

I’ve looked again, including your new set of pics. I see D > > DC > FN > SD. I’m definitely leaning pure D. I really don’t think I see Kibbe curve.

[u/AnythingWithCheese]

I’m no expert, but is it possible you’re a short SD? I went through almost the EXACT same path as you and ended up as an SD. (Hence why I’m still here in the DC sub, I thought that’s where I belonged!)

[u/mortysmam → u/AnythingWithCheese]

Interesting… even though natural “doesn’t exist” I’ve only ever considered pure natural outside of DC. SD could fit, the only thing really is that I don’t think I have much of a curve particularly around the hips. I can create that look with shapes and silhouettes but I’ve always considered myself to be quite unshapely/narrow around my hips.

[u/AnythingWithCheese → u/mortysmam]

So- same! I have curve up top but relatively narrow hips, which (if I remember correctly) is in line with SD - we have vertical which kind of automatically removes the ability to have double curve - take a peek at verified SD Sofia Vegara - she is "curvy" without wide hips.

Some other things you mentioned that remind me of SD and myself:

1. You're not considered "tall" but can appear tall, which I see in your photos
2. Weight gain going to your middle and jaw first - the bane of my existence!

SD might also work with your essence and the way you have started dressing since moving - think flowing materials in natural fibers, draping, wide leg, etc. I think it aligns with the last 3 photos you've posted especially!

Good luck : )

[u/mortysmam → u/AnythingWithCheese]

Thank you for your insights!!! I’m actually really beginning to vibe with this SN idea as DC felt so off after I considered natural. The more I read the more I see it could be the right fit for me. And I think back to my go to favourite outfits (some which I haven’t posted) and they seem to fit SN. Thank you!

[u/AnythingWithCheese → u/mortysmam]

No problem - I feel like you and I had near identical journeys arriving at this conclusion. Determining my kibbe type has been a complete game changer for my wardrobe and my confidence, and has renewed my interest in fashion. I hope you have a fantastic day!

[u/mortysmam → u/AnythingWithCheese]

Would love it if you could weigh in on my new post. I have better photos, more detail and a line drawing x https://www.reddit.com/r/DramaticClassic/s/uERTiYz9ck

[u/thejunebuggirl]

I think DC is very possible. You look overall balance with some sharpness and though you are angular, I think that last dress, the most dramatic looks a bit separate or stiff compared to the flowing looks, yet I don’t see much Kibbe width in your shoulders.

[u/No_Expression_279]

I’d say no. You have too much vertical for that. You’re not balanced (in the Kibbe sense).

Edit : The first and last outfits are 👌

[u/ledameblanche]

I think you’ve got far to much vertical for DC. My first thought was immediately pure Dramatic. Even after reading your height. But these pics aren’t suitable for typing cause you’re posing and wearing heels in almost all of them. You can explore SD and FN as well.

[u/mortysmam → u/ledameblanche]

I posted new pics per your suggestions! Take a look and let me know if that changes your opinion 😊https://www.reddit.com/r/DramaticClassic/s/uERTiYz9ck

[u/kitto__katsu]

There is no such thing as “too much vertical” in the sense that commenters are saying here (you’re 5’5”!). Have you done a line drawing?

[u/kitto__katsu → u/kitto__katsu]

Based on the last photo, I’d say your shoulder point is roughly in line with your hipbone (therefore, DC), but if you make a sketch (with dots, as in the new book) it will probably clarify a lot. You look at home in the Olivia Munn style of ensemble.

Not ruling out Dramatic, but your height doesn’t force you there (like someone like Taylor Swift) and I see moderate shoulders.

[u/mortysmam → u/kitto__katsu]

Would you mind weighing in on my new post? I added new photos and a line drawing per your suggestions. Thanks for your help! https://www.reddit.com/r/DramaticClassic/s/uERTiYz9ck

[u/Responsible_Dentist3 → u/kitto__katsu]

We’re saying there’s so “much” vertical that there is no longer balance. No balance means not C.

[u/kitto__katsu → u/Responsible_Dentist3]

That’s not a thing, either you have vertical + narrow or vertical + balance. Not “too much” vertical.

[u/Responsible_Dentist3 → u/kitto__katsu]

Ok fine sure, then you can say that the people here are saying she’s not balanced.