1. Hourglass Shape
Characteristics:
- Well-defined waist
- Bust and hips are roughly the same width
Goal: Highlight your waist and maintain body balance.
Best Styles:
- Wrap dresses and belted tops accentuate the waist
- Fitted tops and high-waisted skirts/pants maintain proportions
- Bodycon dresses that follow natural curves
- V-necklines or scoop necks to balance the bust
Avoid:
- Boxy or shapeless clothing that hides your waist
- Overly baggy tops
🍎 2. Apple Shape
Characteristics:
- Fuller midsection
- Narrower hips and legs
- Broader shoulders or bust
Goal: Create a more defined waist and draw attention away from the midsection.
Best Styles:
- Empire waist tops/dresses (flow from below the bust)
- A-line dresses to balance the silhouette
- V-necks or open necklines to elongate the torso
- Structured jackets to define shape
- Straight or bootcut pants to balance proportions
Avoid:
- Tight tops that cling to the stomach
- Bulky fabrics around the midsection
🍐 3. Pear Shape
Characteristics:
- Hips are wider than shoulders
- Defined waist
- Smaller bust and upper body
Goal: Balance the lower body by adding volume to the upper half.
Best Styles:
- Boat neck, off-shoulder, or square neck tops
- Statement sleeves and embellished tops draw eyes upward
- A-line skirts and wide-leg trousers skim over hips
- Dark colors on the bottom, bright or patterned tops
Avoid:
- Tight skirts or pants in light or shiny fabrics
- Crop tops that shorten the torso
🏋️♀️ 4. Rectangle Shape
Characteristics:
- Bust, waist, and hips are similar in width
- Little waist definition
Goal: Create curves and define the waist.
Best Styles:
- Peplum tops, wrap dresses, or belts to emphasize the waist
- Layered or ruffled tops add volume
- High-waisted jeans and A-line skirts add shape
- Color blocking to create the illusion of curves
Avoid:
- Straight, shapeless dresses
- Overly boxy cuts
🔺 5. Inverted Triangle Shape
Characteristics:
- Broad shoulders or bust
- Narrow hips and waist
Goal: Balance the upper and lower body by adding volume to the lower half.
Best Styles:
- V-neck tops to draw the eye downward
- A-line skirts, wide-leg pants, or cargo trousers add lower-body volume
- Simple, minimal tops with structured, detailed bottoms
- Soft fabrics up top, heavier textures on the bottom
Avoid:
- Shoulder pads or puff sleeves
- Halter tops or off-shoulder designs that broaden the upper body
💡 General Tips
Confidence completes every outfit.
Fit matters most: Even the best outfit looks off if it doesn’t fit well. Tailoring is worth it.
Use color strategically: Dark colors minimize, bright or light colors emphasize.
Fabrics count: Flowy fabrics (like chiffon) soften curves; structured fabrics (like denim or tweed) add shape.