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Apple
you have a large bust, narrow hips, and a full midsection
you have a tendency to gain weight in your stomach, back and upper body
your waist is undefined and the widest part of your frame
you also have a full, shorter neck and full face
your buttocks are somewhat flat and your legs are slender
your shapely, graceful legs are your best asset
TIPS & TRICKS
square or scoop neck button downs that are nipped-in at the waist and flare at the bottom will help create a more defined waist
choose tailored tunic style tops that nip-in at the waist - tunics with wide or plunging necks and details around the neck are most flattering
avoid bodycon dresses
wear wrap tops with wide, deep V-necks and simple sleeves - they should wrap at your natural waistline and flare at the hip
belted safari-type jackets with prominent hip pockets and a wide, deep neckline add curves to your hips and minimize your tummy
tailored jackets with wide-stance collars, a nipped-in waist and flared bottom. The first button should be below your bust
wide-leg jeans or cargo pants with prominent front and back pockets help to balance your tummy and add curves to your lower half
wide-leg, flowing pants are very flattering on your body type
fuller flowing skirts that gently skim away from your body will help fill out your hips.
straight skirts with a flirty flared bottom look good on your figure when paired with a top or jacket that accentuate your hips
Pear
your hips are larger than your bust
you have a nicely defined waist
you have an elegant neck and proportionately slim arms and shoulders
you first gain weight in your bottom and legs flowed by your tummy and upper body
your waist is your best asset so don’t be afraid to show it off
TIPS & TRICKS
wear billowy tops that add volume on top with a snug fitting waist
add flutter or princess sleeves for a more dramatic effect
try shirts with a fitted waist, and embellishments around the bust and shoulders to balance your lower half
find dress shirts with structured or princess shoulders and a darted waist
wear wrap shirts that emphasize your small waist with full or structured shoulders and a wide neckline
jackets with full or structured shoulders and a nipped-in waist in hip-length are flattering
stay away from lower pockets
off the shoulder shirts or shirts with wide necklines and a fitted or nipped-in waist will widen and draw attention to your slim shoulders and emphasize your small waist
Hourglass
your bust and hips are well balanced you have a defined waist
your have gently rounded shoulders that align nicely with your hips
your waist is obvious and gracefully curves out to your hips
you most likely have a rounded bottom and beautiful side as well as front profile
your upper body is proportionate in length to your legs which are shapely
TIPS & TRICKS
you can further enhance your waist by adding a belt to basic tops (tube tops, knit tops, sleeveless tops, etc.).
wrap-style tops accentuate your waist and enhance your hourglass figure. Pair straight-leg pants with a form skimming top or cargos with a fuller top to maintain your hourglass proportions.
wear skinny jeans with banded, belted or not-to-tight body skimming tops. Boot cut jeans look good with most any of the above tops.
wear figure skimming, high waisted pencil skirts of all lengths
full skirts are flattering when paired with a top that adds fullness to your bust and shoulders while accentuating your waist.
Rectangle
Your hips and bust are beautifully balanced
Your waist is not very defined
You probably have a bottom that is more flat than round
You tend to gain weight in your torso first and then your upper thighs and arms
Your lower legs are always shapely and one of your best assets
TIPS & TRICKS
look for tops that will add curves to your upper half and create a more defined waist - wide V or U neck necks, and off the shoulder tops will lengthen your shoulders
flowing tops with draping in the body and sleeves and a wide banded waist help create the illusion of an hourglass figure.
shirts with a fitted waist and embellishments around the bust and shoulders will give you a more curvaceous appearance
choose pants with a wide waist band and full or slightly flared legs
flap rear pockets, pronounced hip pockets and cargo pockets will add curves to your lower half
choose boot cut or flared jeans with a low to mid rise waist
choose full, tiered skirts details, seaming or pockets of any length
refined patterns in classically bold colors help give depth and a richness to your frame
Inverted Triangle
you have a proportionally larger upper body
you have broad shoulders, and ample bust and a wide back
your hips are slim and your bottom may have a tendency towards the flat side
your waist is subtle and you have a tendency to gain weight in your belly and upper body
your beautiful, shapely legs are your best asset
TIPS & TRICKS
look for wrap tops with deep scoop or V-necks
look for shirts with vertical details on the upper body
a nipped-in waist and flared bottom will add curves to your hips
pants with wide or flared legs with side pockets or flap-style back pockets help balance your upper body
cargo style pants are particularly flattering, but boot cut, slightly flared, or trouser cut jeans are the most flattering on your figure
a-line skirts fill out your slight hips while balancing your upper body
full or ballerina type skirts add curves to your lower half and balance your broader, upper body
you have great legs, so play with length of skirts