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Understanding Different Female Body Shapes

All female body shapes are beautiful; that is the unquestioned truth. But not every style works for all body types. When dressing the female body, you need to know and understand your shape. This is essential if you want to make sure you look flattering and put-together.
This blog will discuss a few things you need to learn to understand your body type.

Facts of Your Frame

Style and fashion are not just about putting together different pieces to make an outfit. It is about figuring out what looks good on you and what doesn’t, especially when it comes to your body type. That is why you need to know and understand what your body looks like and how to dress it up.
Women’s bodies vary in different shapes, and with the right clothes, you can accentuate your best features while minimising the ones you aren’t happy with. By dressing for your body type, you enhance your appearance without distorting your body. You get to show off your favourite qualities without trying too hard.
Dressing up according to your body type is a great way to boost your confidence. When wearing clothes that flatter your figure, you can feel more attractive. If you feel good about yourself, you positively impact your self-esteem and put yourself in a good mood. You become more comfortable in your own skin and forget your insecurities.
If you know your body type, you can experiment with different styles. You won’t have to fear trying new things since you already know what looks good on you. By understanding your body shape, you get to pick pieces that look good on you and reflect your personality.
Shopping also becomes easier when you know your body type. You already have an idea of what pieces look flattering on you. This narrows down the kind of clothes you should buy. You will no longer be buying clothes and regretting them because they don’t look as good on you as you had imagined. Save time and money by getting to know your body type.
By understanding how your body looks, styling and dressing up becomes easier. Fashion and style become less intimidating because you know what makes you look and feel good. Look like your best self by wearing pieces made for your body!

Figure Out Your Figure

When it comes to female body shapes, there are several rules you need to follow to always look your best. If you want to ensure you wear pieces that suit your body type, browse through the list below.

Straight

If you have similar measurements for all sections of your body, you have a straight body type. Women with this body type have a rectangular silhouette.
The perfect pieces for this body type are tube dresses and off-the-shoulder tops. Stay away from clothes that highlight your waist or those that don’t have any shape.

Pear

Sometimes called the triangle body shape, women with pear bodies have narrow shoulders and wide hips. They are also characterised by having slim arms and a defined waistline.
To emphasise your upper area, you should wear scoop-neck and boat-neck tops. Wearing push-up bras can also help balance your lower and upper body. Wearing balloon dresses, tight skirts, or cigarette pants may not be the best idea.

Spoon

Like the pear body shape, women with the spoon body have larger hips than their busts. The difference is that women with spoon bodies have more prominent arms and tummies. Your biggest concern might be your love handles.
You can wear tops with patterns and embellishments to add volume to your bust line. Baby-doll dresses are also a good choice for you. Avoid wearing shapeless shirts, round-neck tops with short sleeves, and shorts that end just below your waist.

Apple

You may have an apple body shape if you have a larger bust and a smaller hip. Other characteristics of this body type are an undefined waist, round shoulders, and slim legs and arms.
For this body type, you should wear soft-textured fabrics, A-line dresses, and tops that fall below the hip bone. Avoid clothes that are tight-fitting, rough-textured, and boxy.

Hourglass

One of the most revered body types is the hourglass body type. This body type is known for having balanced hips and busts and a well-defined waist.
This body type gives you the excuse to show off your curves. You can wear wrap-around tops and skirts, flowy dresses, skirts, and well-fitting tops. Shapeless and loose tops won’t do you any good.

Inverted Triangle

Women with broad shoulders, small hips, and slender legs have the inverted triangle body type. You may not have a well-defined waist, but you have a voluminous upper body that should be accentuated.
You can get away with wearing peplum tops, low-waist jeans and diagonal stripes. But baggy dresses, pencil skirts, and padded shoulders are not for you.

Embodiment of Style

While everyone else envies “the perfect body”, you need to know better. There is always a way to look good in whatever body you have. And when it comes to dressing up female body shapes, the one to trust is Styled by Wu.
Find out more about our styling services by calling us.
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