What can an hourglass, boyish, apple or pear body shape wear?

by Melissa (Wannabee model)
(New York)

What can a pear body shape and other body shapes wear? So, you've gone shopping and felt as though nothing fitted your body and certainly didn't flatter you... you never thought shopping could be such a stressful activity.

Why buy clothes that don't enhance your personality and just follow baseless trends?!

I say a perfect fit is more important than designer clothing that doesn't flatter. By picking clothing that gives you great form and teaming it with accessories you will have found the secret.

But before we delve deeper into fashion tips we need to consider the four body shapes of women.

Pear Body Shape: Women with this body shape will have a narrow upper body and heavier bottom and thighs.

Apple Body Shape: Women with this body shape will have a broad upper body and narrow bottom. Weight gain usually sits in the middle area.

Boyish/Athletic Shape: Women with this body shape will have a narrow figure overall. Weight gain is evenly distributed.

Hourglass Body Shape: Women with this body shape will have a narrow waist but be fuller in the upper and lower body. The hour glass shape is like a dream come true!


Now the skill is in enhancing the positive points of these body shapes.

Fashion Tips for the four female Body Shapes:

Dresses:
Gorgeously, flowing short and fitting dresses, with florals and animal prints... beautiful dresses have always been a winner.

Pear Body Shape: Pear shaped women should steer clear of shift dresses that cling to the body. Choose dresses that highlight the upper torso and that draw attention away from the hips and thighs.

Apple Body Shape: Apple Body Shaped women should wear dresses that have complimenting necklines that draw attention away from the waistline. Avoid clingy materials for the upper torso.

Boyish/Athletic Body Shapes can wear dresses with ruffles and frills - typical feminine dresses that even increase the volume and body shape.

Hourglass Body Shape: Any style of dress will suit the hourglass figure - fitting or flowing dresses.

Skirts:
Skirts are perfect for a date or even for work.

Pear Body Shape: Skirts can help to slim the bottom area. Choose dark skirts tapering towards the ankles. Avoid skirts that flare from the waist down.

Apple Body Shape: Pleated styles and well fitting skirts can help bring attention away from the waist line. Pencil skirts are a no-no.

Boyish/Athletic Shape: Layered skirts with floral prints will look pretty. Opt for layers and detailing.

Hourglass Body Shape: Body fitting skirts like pencil skirts with side slits and experiment with different fabrics and colors.

Jeans/Pants/Trousers:
We all love denim jeans and trousers but finding the right fit is as hard as finding the perfect man?

Pear Body Shape: Choose dark trousers with cuts that widen towards the ankles.

Apple Body Shape: Looser trousers or pants with less detailing and no pockets, i.e simple silhouettes.

Boyish/Athletic Shape: Any skinny jeans and tight fitting trousers! Lucky! With stylish boots, you'll rock!

Hourglass Body Shape: Body fitting jeans or trousers, even low-waist jeans.


Tops/Jackets

Pear Body Shape: Tops and jackets with detailing and a chunky necklace.

Apple Body Shape: Scoop necks work wonders, and tops that fall lightly and don't add volume to the upper body. Jackets that cover the tummy are better.

Boyish/Athletic Shape: Sporty tops and even layered clothing. Feminine tops with ruffles or even jackets with graphics or added pockets.

Hourglass Body Shape: V-necks tops and clingy fabrics.


Hopefully these fashion tips will show you it's not about brand but rather personality. Have fun!