Description
Soft Naturals are rounded and gentle, with a natural vibe and softer features. This type blends a mix of strength and softness, especially around the curves.
Nickname
"The Sassy Cover Girl"
Yin-Yang
Personal Line
Characteristics
- Under 5'6"
- Rounded and feminine
- Soft features
- Gentle curves
- Broad but smooth shoulders
Physical Features of a Soft Natural
Blunt, slightly broad shoulders with soft rounded flesh and gentle curves. Moderate height with fresh, approachable features. Rounded cheeks, soft jawline, and delicate nose with feminine, natural softness throughout.
These physical descriptions are from David Kibbe's original book "Metamorphosis" (1987). His methodology has evolved significantly since then—in his 2025 book "The Power of Style," he explicitly states "NO BODY PARTS" and emphasizes discovering your Image Identity through Personal Line sketching (how fabric drapes on your body) rather than matching individual features. These descriptions are provided as historical reference, not a checklist for self-typing.
Blunt Wide Shoulders
Average Length Limbs
Soft Rounded Hips
Soft Curved Shape
Curvy Bust
Slightly Defined Waist
Delicate Round Jawline
Small Delicate Nose
Delicate Round Cheekbones
Rounded Upturned Eyes
Slightly Full Lips
Soft Fleshy Cheeks
Weight Distribution
Weight creates an extremely soft, fleshy appearance. The waist thickens first, then upper arms, thighs, and hips collect excess weight most rapidly.
Understanding your type's weight distribution pattern can help with realistic expectations and finding clothes that work for your body at any size.
Soft Natural Sketch Lines
Understanding your Kibbe type starts with analyzing your body's natural lines. The 3D sketch line process reveals the unique bone structure and flesh distribution that defines the Soft Natural silhouette.
The Process: I use advanced 3D body scanning technology combined with AI-powered line tracing to create accurate sketch lines. This helps the system accurately measure your proportions and visualize if your dominant element contains vertical or curve, as well as your additional elements, that combined, create your Kibbe type. Get your visual body map
Featured: Goldie Hawn
Original Photo
A full-body photo is captured with neutral pose and minimal clothing to accurately assess body proportions.
3D Body Mesh
Using advanced 3D body scanning, we generate a precise mesh model that captures the exact body geometry and proportions.
Sketch Lines
The mesh is traced into clean contour lines that highlight the key features: shoulder slope, waist definition, and hip curves.
Silhouette Description
You need an outline that has breadth through the upper back and then moves around the curve. When one is looking at you, the eye will travel out and then around. Any flow or drape should reveal the curves but not be stiff or too tight. Nothing fussy for you!
Key Shapes
- •Curve + Width combination visible in outline
- •Breadth through upper back/shoulder area
- •Curves at bust and hips push fabric outward
- •Soft, blunt edges (not sharp)
- •Overall impression is soft, relaxed, and curvy
Silhouette Requirements
Primary
Breadth at top moving around curves
Eye Movement
Out and then around
Flow Direction
Reveals curves without restriction
Body Relation
Soft, unconstructed fit that honors width and curves
Fabric Flow
The imaginary fabric shows width at the shoulders/upper back, then curves around the body. The curve is pushed out by bust and hips, creating a flowing S-curve with breadth at top.
Modern Method: Sketching and Cloth Flow is the most modern method of discovering your Kibbe Image Identity, as written by David Kibbe in his Power of Style (2024) book. Learn more about the sketching approach
Celebrities with Soft Natural Kibbe
Soft Natural icons like Helen Mirren and Scarlett Johansson embody a mix of gentle curves and relaxed elegance. From Jennifer Lopez to Aishwarya Rai, Soft Naturals highlight a balanced beauty that feels both approachable and refined.
Natalie Wood
Scarlett Johansson
Helen Mirren
Kim Kardashian
Jennifer Lopez
Kat Dennings
Chloe Sevigny
Addison Rae
Molly Ringwald
Goldie Hawn
Viola Davis
Sandra Oh
Kamala Harris
Aishwarya Rai
Rachel McAdams
Carole Lombard
Sissy Spacek
Terri Garr
Stephanie Powers
Liv Ullmann
Kelly McGillis
Judy Collins
Betty Grable
Aretha Franklin
Dinah Washington
Nargis Dutt
Lupita Tovar
What Soft Naturals Should Wear
Silhouette
Slightly unstructured with gentle curves, especially around waist.
Fabrics
Flowing fabrics like silk or lightweight cotton adding yin softness.
Patterns
Relaxed, feminine patterns like soft florals, avoiding harsh geometrics.
Details
Rounded, gentle details like loose draping or rounded edges.
T-Shirts
Choose soft, relaxed tees with a comfortable, slightly loose fit. Look for natural fabrics like cotton or modal, and embrace gentle details like scoop necks or subtle draping.
Shirts
Go for soft, flowing blouses with gentle details—think rolled sleeves, relaxed collars, or subtle ruffles. Natural fabrics like cotton or linen work beautifully, and the fit should be comfortable and easy.
Sweaters
Opt for soft, cozy knits with a relaxed fit. Think soft cardigans, drapey pullovers, or gentle textures. Natural fibers like cotton or cashmere blends add to the comfortable, feminine vibe.
Beauty Guide for Soft Naturals
Hair
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Cut Style
Soft, flowing cuts with gentle movement. Relaxed but with a smooth, polished face frame that adds feminine softness.
Face Frame
Smooth, soft face frame with gentle waves or soft layers. Frames your face with romantic ease.
Finish
Loose, soft, and flowing. Think beachy waves, soft curls, or gently tousled texture.
Tips
Avoid harsh, geometric cuts or overly sleek styling. Embrace softness and natural movement.
Colors & Makeup
Your Colors Depend on Your Season
While your hair cut is determined by your Image Identity (Soft Natural), your makeup colors and hair color are determined by your Season—Winter, Summer, Autumn, or Spring. Your Season is based on your natural coloring (skin, hair, and eye colors), not your body type.
Blogs Soft Naturals Should Read
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