We all like to think our body shape is unique. In doing so, we often give up on the prospect of ever owning a perfect fit skirt, jeans or dress because of our unique figures. Most of us don’t really believe the ‘one size fits all’ mentality so favoured by fashion industry so we end up with a compromise before we even step out of our front door!
I’m afraid for those of us who think we are truly ‘unique, the answer is that we all do fall into one those dreaded manufacturers categories to some degree, whatever we‘d like to believe.
Whatever type of clothes you’re looking for, take advice or take five minutes to review your shape in the mirror and decide for yourself exactly what body shape you are. Once that honest decision has been made, go ahead with confidence and select clothes for your body type.
Just about all of us fall into one of these categories:
Boyish Figure:
As the name indicates, this figure is more straight up and down no real difference between the waist and the hips.
The Apple:
This body type is commonly associated with people who carry extra weight around their midriff, thus giving them the round midsection or "apple" type appearance.
Pear:
People with this body type are typically people who gain their weight specifically around their thighs, rear, and hips. This gives them an general appearance of a pear.
The Hour Glass:
The curvy figure is often the most difficult to fit for clothing since it is represented by a full bust, narrow waist and shapely hips. The classic "hourglass" figure.
Other common body shapes are: The Goblet, the Cello, the bell, the Skittle and the Vase.
Once you’ve determined your body type, you can begin your search with confidence. Select clothes with care. If you have an hour glass figure, purchase clothing that fits your curves and offers the correct bust support for a good profile. If you are pear shaped, you may wish to find clothes that minimize your hips and rear. Trousers and skirts that are dark in colour, paired with lighter coloured shirts are often a good combination.
Select clothes that give you a boost in confidence, and make you feel good about your body, regardless of your shape.
Remember: Online shopping has exploded your choice of accessible styles, sizes, prices and brands. Your choice is no longer limited to your local high street; there is an ever changing choice online, 24 hours a day.
Happy Shopping