Now, read on for more tips for styling your shape!
Pear Shaped Body Type
aka a triangle shape.
You may be this body type if…
- Your waist is wider than your bust
- You consider yourself to have fuller hips
- You have narrower shoulders in
comparison to your hips - You have a fuller rear
Hourglass Shaped Body Type
aka a curvy shape.
You may be this body type if…
- You’d describe your body as curvy
- You have a well-defined waist
- Your bust and hip measurements are
roughly even - You may have fuller bust, hips, and thighs
Apple Shaped Body Type
aka an inverted triangle.
You may be this body type if…
- You are generally well-proportioned
- Your shoulders are broader than
your hips - You are not necessarily as curvy
through your hips - You don’t have a well-defined waistline
(If you do, you’re likely an hourglass!)
Athletic Shaped Body Type
aka a rectangle or straight shape.
You may be this body type if…
- You’re not particularly curvy
- Your shoulders and hip measurements
are nearly the same - Your waist isn’t very small or well-defined,
but rather straight up and down - Your weight is fairly evenly distributed
throughout your body
Keep reading for more advice on dressing your body type!
One Last Thought On Body Shapes
Everybody and every body is different. If you’re not one of these shapes—that’s ok! These dressing guidelines are best used as a starting point to understand the basics. And, let’s be honest—most women are a combination of several! It’s all about mixing & matching until you find what’s best for you.
And, we believe the best place to really get the lowdown on how to dress your body is from real women—just like you. From dishing on how to find the best jeans for petite, to understanding how to dress your curves—hear from all shapes & sizes in our series: My Body, My Style.
Are you ready to flaunt your favorite features with new silhouettes? Finding the perfect fit is kind of our thing. Our stylists are standing by and ready to help you find what you love. Take your style quiz and schedule a Fix. Just sit back and relax. We’ll send five pieces, handpicked just for you, to try on in the comfort of your own home. Buy what you love, send back the rest. Shipping, exchanges and returns are free.
