BODY TALK
Watch out! Your body could be telling on you.
You might not think your common gestures matter to others, but for someone with a discerning eye, you could be saying much more than you realize. We show you how to
decode your own body language — and save face.
Kara DeLost,
Digital Strategist, Power Creative
What it really means: You may be stressed or anxious.
Trend: Bold Jewel Tones with metallic jewelry.
At any age, a bold jewel tone looks chic and trendy.
Kara is wearing: Gianni Bini dress, $99, available at Dillard’s, Mall St. Matthews
Terri Blincoe,
Brand Development and Marketing at Churchill Downs
Her body language: The partial arm cross
What it really means: You may feel unsafe and be seeking protection. People who have this body language are unconsciously mimicking the secure feeling they experienced whenever their parent would hold their hand.
Trend: Small patterns in bold colors. Keeping the classic shape of the dress, Terri was able to pull off this bold pattern on her petite frame.
Terri is wearing: Vince Camuto dress, $128; Vince Camuto shoes, $139; Stony necklace, $34. All items available at Dillard’s, Mall St. Matthews
Ali Turner,
Social Media Analyst, The Social Hive at YUM! Brands
Kevin Barrett,
Assistant Vice President, BB&T Insurance Services
Her body language: Crossed arms
What it really means: You are not agreeing with or open to anything this person is saying.
Trend: Leather. Leather accessories and accents are being seen in all the stores. Mixing up textures is a great way to spice up your wardrobe!
Ali is wearing: Cremieux blouse, $89; skirt, $59; Calvin Klein shoes, $79; Stony necklace, $24; Stony bangles, $35, all available at Dillard’s, Mall St. Matthews
Kara Taylor,
Executive Producer, schmoop.it
Her body language: Fake smile
What it really means: You don’t like the person you are smiling at, and you are eager to end the conversation.
Trend: Black and White. This classic pairing is coming back around and will be showing up everywhere!
Kara is wearing: Antonio Melani blouse, $119; Sanctuary jacket, $55; Kenneth Cole slacks, $55; Isala shoes, $89. All items available at Dillard’s, Mall St. Matthews
Trend: Boots and Blazers. Riding boots paired with dark denim and a blazer is a great way to create a business casual look.
Ali is wearing: Collective Concepts blouse, $79; Cremieux blazer, $50; Joe’s Jeans, $169; Antonio Melani boots, $150. All items available at Dillard’s, Mall St. Matthews
By Tiffany White and Anita Oldham
Photos: Melissa Donald
Styling: Erin Fust
Hair and Makeup by Amber Maloy (Blades Salon & Spa)
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