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*Model is 5'9" and wears a size Medium
round shape You may be this body type if Your shoulders and hips are proportional Youre curvy through the midsection Your torso is a wider measurement than shoulders and hips Your waist isnt naturally defined One last thought on body shapes for women Everybody and every body is different
The bodice and skirt are delicately gathered
The Infanta costume, which we know was worn by Kate, has a 24-inch waist, not far from the tea gowns size, although the proportions of the fancy dress indicate are stouter
