Every body is a beautiful body. Fashion isn’t about fitting into a mold—it’s about finding pieces that make you feel confident, powerful, and completely yourself. Whether you’re curvy, straight, petite, or tall, the goal isn’t to change your shape—it’s to highlight your favorite features and wear what makes you feel amazing.
Here’s a guide to help you dress for your body type with tips, tricks, and styling inspiration. Remember: these are just suggestions, not rules. The best outfit is the one you love wearing.
Hourglass (Balanced Curves with a Defined Waist)
If your bust and hips are nearly the same width with a narrower waist, chances are you have an hourglass silhouette. We recommend accentuating your waist and showing off those beautiful curves. Try fitted dresses that cinch at the waist, (wrap dresses are your BFF) high-waisted jeans or pants with a tucked-in blouse, belts to define the waist over flowy pieces and structured blazers or cropped jackets. It’s best to avoid overly boxy or shapeless styles that hide your natural shape.
- Dress: Cordova Dress 8022, Little Mountain
- Blazer: Joseph Ribkoff, Aldila
- Jeans: Dreamy Drape Stretch Super High-Waisted Baggy Wide-Leg Jean, American Eagle
Pear (Wider Hips, Narrower Shoulders)
Are your hips wider than your shoulders, with a defined waist? Hello pear! Balancing your silhouette by drawing attention upward is key. Experiment with statement tops: bold colors, prints, or off-the-shoulder cuts. A-line skirts and wide-leg trousers are also helpful when paired with jackets that hit above the hips. Boat necks or cowl necks will also be flattering. Steer clear of bottoms with a lot of extra volume or embellishments near the hips.
- Skirt: Circle skirt, H&M
- Top: Tropical Print Peplum Top, Serena
- Dress: Tropical Adventures Maxi Dress, Below The Belt
Apple (More Volume Around the Midsection)
Carrying weight around your middle with slimmer legs and hips is the definition of apple. Elongating your torso and showing off your legs is ideal. Look for V-necklines to draw the eye upward and empire waist dresses or tops that flow away from the body. Monochromatic outfits create a long, lean line and tunics or flowy tops with straight jeans are great solutions. Tight, clingy fabrics around the waist or overly boxy shapes are best to pass on.
- Top: Floral Puff Sleeve Blouse, Ricki’s
- Dress: Cordova Dress 169, Little Mountain
- Jeans: Wedgie Straight Fit Jeans, Below the Belt
Rectangle (Athletic Build, Little Waist Definition)
If your bust, waist, and hips are uniform in width, you have a rectangle shape. The goal is to create curves and define the waist. Try peplum tops or dresses with rouching at the waist and look for high-waisted pants with a cropped top. Layered outfits will also add dimension while flared skirts or wide-leg pants can add volume below. Try to avoid baggy clothing that hides your shape or overly straight silhouettes.
- Dress: Atsa Maxi Sundress, Plenty
- Pant: Silver Grey Plisse Pant, Aldila
- Top: Smocked Babydoll Cami, American Eagle
Inverted Triangle (Broader Shoulders, Narrower Hips)
Are your shoulders broader than your hips with a smaller waist? You fall into the category of inverted triangle. Let’s soften the shoulders and add volume to the lower half with A-line skirts or wide-leg trousers and deep V or scoop necklines to draw attention inward. Seek out soft, flowy fabrics on top and ruffles or details at the hips. Square shoulders, boat necks, or anything that adds bulk to the upper body will emphasis are not your bestie.
- Top: Flutter-Sleeved Chiffon Blouse, H&M
- Pant: Jersey Barrel Leg Pants, Uniqlo
- Dress: Belted V-Neck Wrap Dress, Serena
All Body Types:
Tailoring is everything. The best-dressed people aren’t always in designer clothes—they’re in clothes that fit just right. Be sure to take advantage of our two on-site alterations services, both Stitch It and Willowbrook Drycleaning are here to get you looking and feeling your best.
As always, confidence is the best accessory. No matter your shape, what makes you feel amazing is always in style. Our tips are tools to help you experiment, explore, and evolve. Fashion should never make you feel boxed in—it should make you feel free. So go ahead, try that bold print, rock that bodycon dress, or keep it comfy in chic layers. Your body is worth celebrating, every single day.