Shopping Aid What’s My Body Type?

Shopping AidWhat’s My Body Type?

Your Body TypeClick on the body that best describes you Pear Hourglass Straight • hips are larger than the bust & very defined creating a "shelf” • Waist is slightly smaller than the bust • Bust & hips are basically the same size • Waist is well defined • Bust & hips are the same size • Waist is slightly smaller than the bust & hips

Your Body TypeClick on the body that best describes you Inverted Triangle Oval Diamond • Waist is larger than the bust & hips • Hips are narrow compared to the shoulders • Breasts are full in size • Waist is larger than the bust & hips • Shoulders are narrow compared to the hips • Breasts are small to medium in size • Bust is large • Hips are narrow • Waist is not very well defined

Straight Body Shape Facts: • Most common body type • Also called rectangle or ruler • Waist is not very defined • Hips and waist are balanced • Tend to gain weight in your torso first & your upper thighs and arms • Legs are one of your best assets Main Menu What 2 Wear

Straight Body Shape The goal is to enhance the waist. For example, wear form fitting clothing (such as a tube-type dress) and create a waist by adding a wide, dark belt. Tops with fullness at top and at waist and gathered at the waist Boot cut pants will add fullness at the bottom Bubble skirts with a full top create the illusion of a small waist Off the shoulder tops lengthen the shoulder and create the illusion of a smaller waist Main Menu

PearBody Shape Facts: • Sometimes called a triangle • Hips are larger than bust • Waist is defined • First gain weight in your bottom and legs • Waist is your best asset What 2 Wear Main Menu

PearBody Shape The goal 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. Simple, dark colored slacks with no (or minimal) pockets with a mid-rise waist Wear Billowy tops that add volume to the bust with a snug fitting waist Wear dress shirts with structured or princess shoulders and a darted waist A-line skirts that gently skim your body helps to de-emphasize your bottom Main Menu

Hourglass Body Shape Facts: • Body type that most women strive for • Bust and hips are well balanced • Waist is defined • Shoulders align to hips • Your upper body is proportionate in length to your legs, which are shapely Main Menu What 2 Wear

Hourglass Body Shape The goal is to 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. Wear hugging tops and add a belt to enhance your waist Wrap-style tops accentuate your waist and enhance your hourglass figure Figure skimming, pencil skirt and high-waisted skirts are flattering Pants with wide waistband are very flattering on your body type Main Menu

Inverted Triangle Body Shape Facts: • Proportionally larger upper body • Broad shoulders • Wide back • Hips are slim and your bottom may have a tendency towards the flat side • Tendency to gain weight in your belly and upper body • Legs are your best asset Main Menu What 2 Wear

Inverted Triangle Body Shape The goal is to look for tops that will accentuate your waist and help balance your bust with your hips. Tops with narrow v-necksand nipped in waists that flare slightly at the hip A-line skirts fill out your slight hips while balancing your upper body Pants with wide or flared legs are flattering to your figure Shirts with deep scoop or V-necks narrow your upper body Main Menu

Oval Body Shape Facts: • Large bust • Narrow hips & full midsection • Tendency to gain weight in your stomach, back & upper body • Waist is undefined and the widest part • Flat buttocks • Legs are your best asset Main Menu What 2 Wear

Oval Body Shape The goal is e-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. Square or scoop neck button downs that are nipped-in at the waist and flare at the bottom Straight skirts with a flirty flared Tailored jackets with wide-stance collars, a nipped-in waist and flared bottom Wide-leg dress pants with prominent back and/or side pockets will add curves to your hips Main Menu

Diamond Body Shape Facts: • Hips are broader than your bust • Tendency to gain weight in your stomach, back, hips and buttocks • Undefined waist • Carry some weight in your upper legs • Biggest asset are your slender arms Main Menu What 2 Wear

Diamond Body Shape The goal 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. strapless or off-the-shoulder tops with an empire waist and fabric that skims the body below the waist Choose shirts with wide necklines, full sleeves and draped fabric with a low, banded waist Straight skirts that fall from the widest part of your hip are flattering Simple, dark colored slacks with no (or minimal) pockets Main Menu

Shopping Aid What’s My Body Type?