Morphology
How to dress for your body type: the guide
Knowing your body type means choosing the cuts that enhance your silhouette. Here are the five main body types, one by one.
A
Pear-shaped body type
The lower body is more prominent than the upper body. The goal: create a balance between the shoulders and the hips.
→Highlight your shoulders: ruffled tops, puff sleeves, boat necklines.
→Bottoms: straight or flared cuts, dark tones, high waists.
V
V-shaped body type
The shoulders are broader than the hips. The goal: soften the upper body and add volume to the lower body.
→Simple, fluid tops, round necks, soft fabrics.
→Lower body: flared skirts, wide-leg trousers, prints.
X
Hourglass figure
Shoulders and hips aligned, defined waist. The goal: emphasize your waist, your greatest asset.
→Tailored, belted, form-fitting pieces.
→Avoid loose cuts that hide the waist.
H
H-shaped body type
Straight silhouette, subtle waist. The goal: create curves and structure.
→Play with belts, the pieces that define a waist.
→Avoid cuts that are too straight, as they accentuate verticality.
O
O-shaped body type
Generous curves, roundness at the center. The goal: to elongate and streamline the silhouette.
→Opt for vertical lines and fluid fabrics.
→Avoid anything tight around the waist; opt for loose cuts.
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