Dressing for Your Body Type

No Two People are Alike but There are Similar Shapes
That Can be Categorized as Body Types.

Knowing your body type is important. In order to look good you need to choose clothing styles that flatter you. Few if any of us have the “perfect figure.”  

1.A triangle or pear body type has a smaller top with narrow shoulders, average bust, & waist and is larger in the hip area. When choosing styles for this figure type emphasis should be on the top. Tops with trims around the neckline or off-the shoulder tops are good choices for a person with a pear shape figure. Blouses in bright colors, prints, and styling like wide shoulders, pleating and draping, on top draw the eye upward. Dark colors for skirts and pants look best on pear shape figures. Straight leg pants give this figure type a slim look. Pants/slacks should be plain and smooth in the hip area (no pockets). A-line skirts are the most flattering on this figure type.

2. The inverted triangle body shape is the opposite of the pear shaped figure. This figure is large on top and has narrow hips. Wear clothing that calls attention to the hip area like slacks with side pockets or detailing in the hip area. Ruffled skirts, print or patterned skirts and slacks are also good choices since they call attention to your bottom half. Choose solid colored tops.

Calls Attention to Hip Area. Looks Good on the Inverted Triangle Body.

3. Rectangle body types are about the same width in the bust, hips and very litte difference in the waist. This figure type has to make the waist appear smaller. This is done by choosing clothing that gives your shoulders a woider look and fullness in the hip area.

4. Hour glass figure types have the best of both worlds. Fitted styles with natural waistlines look best. No need to cover up or hide any figure faults. Stay away from clothing with blousy tops and loose fitting dresses that will not flatter.

The Hour Glass Figure is the Perfect Figure Type.

More About Choosing Clothes That Flatter You

In general tall and slender women look good wearing different color tops and bottoms to shorten their appearance. Another trick to appear shorter if you are tall and thin is to wear a wide or decorative belt. Stick with flats and lower heel shoe styles so that you don't look too tall.                                                         

If you are short wear monochromatic colors. They will make your look taller. Long straight or boot leg style pants will look best on you.  Choose shoe styles with heels to make you look taller. Prints, patterns and accessories should be in proportion to your size.

4 Tips For Looking Good

1. Good Grooming
2. Up-to-Date Hair Style
3. Proper Fitting Undergarments
4. Clothing That Fits Well and is Flattering on You
   
   
   
   
   

Good for Rectangle Body Type
Emphasis on the Shoulders and Width at the Hem

 

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Wear a Wide or Decorative Belt to Appear Shorter

Nude Color shoes
Elongate Your Legs