When dressing for your body type try these tips and suggestions for choosing styles that flatter different body shapes.
1. Hourglass (Curvy with a defined waist)
Goal: Highlight the waist and maintain balance between the bust and hips.
Wear:
Wrap dresses or belted styles
High-waisted pants and skirts
Fitted tops and jackets
Tailored, body-skimming silhouettes
Avoid: Oversized, shapeless clothing that hides your waist
2. Pear (Wider hips, smaller upper body)
Goal: Balance the lower body with the upper body.
Wear:
Structured shoulders or puff sleeves
A-line skirts or wide-leg pants
Bright or embellished tops
Jackets that hit at the waist
Avoid: Bottom-heavy prints or overly tight pants
3. Apple (Carries weight around the midsection)
Goal: Draw attention upward and elongate the torso.
Wear:
V-neck or scoop-neck tops
Empire waist or A-line dresses
Long cardigans or open jackets
Dark, flowy fabrics around the midsection
4. Rectangle (Straight up and down, less definition at the waist)
Goal: Create the illusion of curves.
Wear:
Peplum tops or ruffled styles
Belted jackets or dresses
Layered outfits for dimension
Skirts with volume or flare
Avoid: Straight, boxy cuts without waist emphasis
5. Inverted Triangle (Broad shoulders, narrower hips)
Goal: Add volume to the lower half and soften the shoulders.
Wear:
V-necks and soft, flowy tops
A-line skirts or wide-leg pants
Pants with patterns or color
Minimal shoulder detailing
Avoid: Shoulder pads
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