know your body type

BODY TYPE IS NOT JUST ABOUT SLIM AND FAT IT IS A BROADER SUBJECT 

EVERY SLIM FIGURE IS NOT HOURGLASS.

YOU MIGHT ASK WHY IS BODY TYPE IS IMPORTANT... WELL IT ALLOWS YOU TO UNDERSTAND WHAT SUITS YOU BETTER SO THAT YOU DON'T DO A FASHION DISASTER. EVEN THOUGH I BELIEVE ITS YOUR ATTITUDE THAT SHOWS HOW WELL YOU CARRY YOUR SELF 

You must be thinking how I should identify my body type, let see

Step 1 – stand in front of a full length mirror

Observe the widest area of your body [if you can’t draw a conclusion then do the below step]

Step 2 – take a measuring tape and measure different portions of your body like the shoulder, waist and hips and note it down.

Then based on your observation find out your body type, see if you fall under listed below categories and according to your categories style your self.

Your body type is: Straight

This means that your hips and bust are balanced and 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.

How to dress a straight body shape

The key to dressing a Straight body type is to proportionally dress the top and bottom of your body while enhancing your waist. If you are comfortable doing so, you can wear form fitting clothing (such as a tube-type dress) and create a waist by adding a wide, dark belt. However, to create a more curvaceous effect add volume (or the illusion of volume) proportionally to your upper and lower body.

Tops

Look for tops that will add curves to your upper half and create a more defined waist:

·         Tops with nipped or belted waists.

·         Off the shoulder, boat-neck tops, wide V or U necks.

·         Structured shoulders, princess or flutter sleeves.

·         Embellishments around the bust and shoulders.

·         Tops that are full, rushed or flowing around the bust.

Bottoms

Look for bottoms that add curves to your lower half while creating an hourglass effect:

·         Go for details such as whiskering, embellished pockets & flap pockets.

·         Cargo or safari pants with pronounced hip and rear pockets.

·         Pants with full or moderately flared legs.

·         Full, tiered or bubble skirts.

·         Mid to low-rise waists with wide waistbands.

Your body type is: PEAR

As a Pear Body type (sometimes called triangle), your hips are larger than your bust and 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.

How to Dress a Pear Body Shape

The key to dressing a pear body type is to enhance and add volume (or the illusion of volume) to your upper body while emphasizing your waist and de-emphasizing your lower body to create a balanced, hourglass appearance.

Tops 

When dressing a pear body type, look for tops that will will help balance your lower half while accentuating your defined waist:

·         Tops with nipped or fitted waists.

·         Off the shoulder, boat-neck tops, wide V or U necks.

·         Structured shoulders, princess or flutter sleeves.

·         Embellishments around the bust and shoulders.

·         Bright colors and bold patterns.

 Bottoms 

To dress a pear body type, look for bottoms that will minimize your lower half:

·         Lightly gathered skirts that skim your body without adding volume.

·         Avoid details such as whiskering and embellished pockets.

·         Pants that fall straight from the widest part of your hip.

·         A-Line skirts.

·         Darker colors, clean lines and simple stitching.

Your body type is: spoon

(Some times called figure 8), your hips are larger than your bust and you have a defined waist. Your hips have a “shelf” appearance, you are prone to gaining weight in your tummy and have a tendency towards love-handles. While you may gain weight in your upper thighs and upper arms, your lower legs and arms are shapely and your best assets.

How to Dress a Spoon Body Shape:

The key to dressing a Spoon body type is to draw attention to your upper body while de-emphasizing your tummy and hips to create a more balanced appearance and create the illusion of an hourglass figure. Your legs are one of your best asset, so feel free to play with skirt lengths and show them off! To create the most curvaceous effect mix and match our suggested separates.

Tops

Look for tops that will help balance your lower half while accentuating your defined waist and camouflaging any tummy bulges:

·         Tops with empire waists.

·         Off the shoulder, boat-neck tops, wide V or U necks.

·         Tops with rouching or embellishments around the bust.

·         Tops that skim your midsection without adding volume.

·         Strapless tops that show off your shoulders.

Bottoms

Look for bottoms that will minimize your lower half:

·         Avoid details such as whiskering, embellished pockets & flap pockets.

·         Mini skirts were made for you – show off your shapely legs.

·         Pants with straight legs (stay away from flares).

·         Choose solid colors in darker washes.

·         Choose wide waist-bands to camouflage tummy-bulges.

Your body type is: Hourglass

Lucky you! You have the Hourglass body type that most women strive for. Your bust and hips are well balanced and you have a beautifully 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. From top to bottom, you are a picture of harmony and balance.

How to Dress an Hourglass Body Shape

The key to dressing an Hourglass body type is to proportionally dress the top and bottom of your body while accentuating your waist. Wide belts over shirts and dresses are a great way to show off your waist. You can create an even more curvaceous effect by proportionally adding a bit of volume to your upper and lower body, but always try to maintain balance since it is your best asset. You have great legs so feel free to play with skirt lengths. Please rollover the thumbnails below to learn more about how to dress an Hourglass body type.

Tops

Look for tops that will accentuate your waist and maintain the balanced look of your figure. Look for:

·         Belted tops.

·         Tops with banding or nipping at the waist.

·         Form-fitting tops.

·         Wrap-style tops.

·         Tailored shirts and jackets.

Bottoms

Lucky you! You can wear most any bottoms as long as you pair them with the proper top. Try the following:

·         High-waisted pants and pencil skirts.

·         Boot cut & straight leg pants.

·         Skirts that will show off your great legs.

·         Skinny jeans and pants paired with a balanced top.

Cargo's or flap pocket jeans paired with a balanced top

Your body type is: Inverted Triangle

As an Inverted Triangle body type, 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.

How to Dress an Inverted Triangle Body Shape

The key to dressing an Inverted Triangle body type is to balance your broader shoulders, chest and back with your narrower lower body to create more of an hourglass effect. This is achieved by choosing clothes that add curves to your hips and bottom while creating a more defined waist. You have amazing legs so feel free to play with skirt lengths, but don’t go too short otherwise you will further a top-heavy look. Please click on the thumbnails below to learn more about how to dress an Inverted Triangle body type.

Tops

Look for tops that will accentuate your waist and help balance your bust with your hips. Look for:

·         Narrow v-necks.

·         Tops with banding or nipping at the waist.

·         Wrap-style tops.

·         Tailored shirts and jackets.

·         Dark colored tops.

Bottoms

Choose bottoms that will enhance your lower body and help balance your upper body. Try the following:

·         Pants with embellished or flap-style pockets.

·         Boot cut or wide legs.

·         Full or A-line skirts.

·         Cargo pants.

·        Jeans with whiskering at the hips.

Your body type is: Oval

As an Oval body type, 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 legs are your best asset.

How to Dress an Oval Body Shape

The key to dressing an Oval body type is to de-emphasize your midsection and create a more defined waist. This is achieved by choosing clothing that add curves and fullness to your lower body and tops that taper to a waist. You have amazing legs so feel free to play with skirt lengths, but don’t go too short otherwise you will further a top-heavy look. Please click on the thumbnails below to learn more about how to dress an Oval body type.

Tops

Look for tops that will will taper your upper body while creating a more defined waist:

·         Tops with nipped or belted waists.

·         Square, wide V or U necks.

·         Wrap style tops and jackets.

·         Tops with vertical details.

·         Tops that flare at the hip.

Bottoms

Look for bottoms that will minimize your lower half:

·         Go for details such as whiskering, embellished pockets & flap pockets.

·         Cargo or safari pants with pronounced hip and rear pockets.

·         Pants with full or wide legs.

·         Full, tiered, flared or bubble skirts.

·         Mid-rise waists with wide waistbands.

Your body type is: Diamond

As a Diamond body type, your hips are broader than you bust and shoulders and you have a full midsection. You have a tendency to gain weight in you stomach, back, hips and buttocks. Your waist is undefined and the widest part of your frame. You carry some weight in your upper legs, but your lower legs are shapely and one of your most attractive features. You also have proportionately slender, shapely arms.

How to Dress a Diamond Body Shape

The key to dressing a Diamond body type is to balance your shoulders and bust with your hips while creating a waist. This is achieved by choosing clothing that adds curves and fullness to your upper body with appropriate clothing cuts while choosing pants and skirts that will lean and lengthen your lower body. You have amazing lower legs and beautiful arms, so feel free to show them off.

Tops

Find tops that will help create a more defined waist and accentuate your shoulders and bust. Look for:

·         Tops with nipped or belted waists.

·         Off the shoulder, boat-neck tops, wide V or U necks.

·         Structured shoulders, princess or flutter sleeves.

·         Embellishments around the bust and shoulders.

·         Tops that are full, rushed or flowing around the bust.

Bottoms

Look for bottoms that lean and lengthen your lower half:

·         Choose dark colored bottoms.

·         Choose pants with simple back and hip pockets.

·         Lightly gathered or A-line skirts that skim your figure.

·         Straight skirts that fall from the widest part of your hip.

·         Pants with legs that fall straight from the widest part of your hip.

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