the perfect outfit for your body type

Have you ever went out to go shopping and passed by a store where you saw something you really liked and thought to yourself, “ That shirt is so pretty!”, but when you go into the changing room to try it on, it doesn’t look as good as you expected? We all have different body types, and because of that, what suits others might not suit you. You might have wider hips or smaller thighs, but no body type is necessarily bad. Sometimes, when we think that nothing suits us, maybe it’s just because you have not yet found the outfit that looks best for your body type. Before you find out what suits you, first you have to identify your body type. 

There are 5 body types: rectangle, inverted triangle, hourglass, pear, and apple.

What is the Apple Body Type?

An apple body type is a body that is heavier above the hips. Usually, people with this body type have broad shoulders, a fuller bust, and no waistline.  If you have this body type, maybe you aren’t too satisfied with how it might look, but there are some outfits that could accentuate and highlight the flattering parts of your body. They will also have particularly thinner arms and legs. Like an apple, this particular body shape is not too curvy. This body type suits clothes that accentuates the waist, like wrap style dresses. Since the apple body type typically has skinny legs, tailored trousers tend to flatter your figure better than tight pants like skinny jeans since it balances the wider upper half of the body.

What is the Hourglass Body Type?

The hourglass body type is known as the most ideal body type. This body type is considered to have the best proportions. The hourglass body type has a full hip and bust line which approximately has the same width, and also a defined waist. This body type is said to store fat evenly throughout the curves, causing it to be proportional. The most suitable outfit for someone with an hourglass body is body hugging dresses. Hourglass shape are one of the most desired because it is relatively curvy, and suits many different outfits. “V” necklines are also great to give shape to the upper body. If you have an hourglass figure, try to avoid loose tops and bottoms because that might hide your amazing figure. 

What is the Pear Body Type? 

The pear body type is recognizable through some characteristics, which are curvy hips, thick thighs, and a full rear. People with pear body types also tend to have narrower shoulders compared to the hips. These people also have waists wider than their bust. For this body type, using a fitted top is the best way to show the small waist and the shoulders. 

The Facts About Figures: The Pear Shape

What is the Rectangle Body Type?

Someone with a rectangular body shape usually isn’t very curvy. Their shoulders and hips are about the same width, and their breasts are average to small-sized. I would describe this as a model’s body type. Like a model, a rectangular shaped body doesn’t have as many curves, but most clothing tends to fit them very well. Some may or may not like this body type, but personally, I think it is one of the easier body types to find outfits for. Since the rectangle body type is prone to a slender and skinny built, tight 
fitting clothes will flatter your shape. To give more of a curvy look, you can wear belts that cinch in your waist.

What is the Inverted Triangle Body Type?

The inverted triangle body shape has straight hips, wide shoulders, with little waist definition. It is known to have a strong shoulder which is wider than the hip and as a result, it gives an amazing body shape.