How to choose clothes for your figure: tips for every type

Everyone's figure is different, which is why it is so important to choose clothes that accentuate the figure's assets and mask its imperfections. In this post, we will provide some tips on how to choose clothes for different body types.

Apple type silhouette:

People with an apple type silhouette have broader shoulders and bust, narrower waist and slightly wider hips. To balance the proportions of the silhouette, emphasize the waist and lengthen the legs.

• Choose:
  • Dresses with a cut that emphasizes the waist, such as those with a belt or tie at the waist.
  • Tunics and blouses with a loose cut at the top and fitted at the waist.
  • Pants with a straight cut or slightly tapered at the bottom.
  • Skirts with a pencil or trapezoidal cut.
• Avoid:
  • Oversize cut clothes.
  • Blouses with buffets or ruffles.
  • Pants with a low rise.
  • Skirts with a pleated or circle cut.

Pear type silhouette:

People with a pear type silhouette have narrow shoulders and a smaller bust, wide hips and plump thighs. The goal of styling is to broaden the shoulders and even out the proportions of the figure.

• Choose:
  • Blouses and shirts with buffets, ruffles or embellishments around the shoulders.
  • Dresses with a cut that emphasizes the bust, such as those with a V-neck or envelope neckline.
  • Skirts with an A-line or trapezoidal cut.
  • Pants with a straight cut or slightly flared at the bottom.
• Avoid:
  • Garments with a cut that fits at the hips.
  • Pencil cut skirts.
  • Pants with a boyfriend cut.
  • Blouses with wide straps.

Hourglass type silhouette:

People with an hourglass type silhouette have proportionate shoulders and hips and a clearly defined waist. The goal of styling is to emphasize the assets of the figure.

• Choose:
  • Dresses with a cut that emphasizes the waist, such as those with a belt or a waist tie.
  • Blouses and shirts with a fitted cut.
  • Pants with a straight cut or slightly tapered at the bottom.
  • Skirts with a pencil or trapezoidal cut.
• Avoid:
  • Loose clothes that do not emphasize the figure.
  • Oversize cut clothes.
  • Skirts with a pleated or circle cut.

Rectangle type silhouette:

People with a rectangle type silhouette have narrow shoulders and hips and an indistinct waist. The goal of styling is to emphasize the waist and give the silhouette a feminine shape.

• Choose:
  • Dresses with a cut that emphasizes the waist, such as those with a belt or binding at the waist.
  • Blouses and shirts with a fitted cut.
  • Skirts with a pencil or trapezoidal cut.
  • Pants with a straight cut or slightly tapered at the bottom.
• Avoid:
  • Loose clothes that do not emphasize the figure.
  • Oversize cut clothes.
  • Straight dresses without a marked waist.

Remember:

• The most important thing is to feel comfortable in your own skin.
• Don't be afraid to experiment with fashion and try different cuts.
• Choose clothes that emphasize your assets and mask imperfections.
• Take care of the right underwear, which can optically improve the proportions of your figure.
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