Discover how to dress the apple body shape

from Style Magazine Toowoomba March 2020

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Show off those shoulders

The ‘apple’ or ‘inverted pyramid’ body shape means you have wide shoulders and narrow hips, so here’s how to make the best of both assets

THIS MONTH: THE APPLE W hile more commonly known as the inverted pyramid, this body shape is rarely that extreme – and hence, the ‘apple’ is probably a better-suited name. Many women with this figure have a background in butterfly swimming, but there are also many others where it is simply their natural curve.

Essentially, the apple means you have shoulders that are wider than your hips and rear.

Some females with this shape also have an ample bosom, while for others the width is exclusively from the shoulders or just narrow hips.

However much some women may bemoan a small rear or straight hips, this shape is incredibly versatile.

You can make your hips seem more prominent and balance your figure by wearing hip-hugging jeans and pants.

Vertical stripes are also wonderful for this, with the added benefit of making your legs look longer – like those the model wears on the opposite page.

Pockets in your bottomwear and jackets – like the model at left – can add the illusion of width around the hips as well. Flared pant legs or balloon pants are perfect for your body shape too.

This effect can also be achieved by wearing chunky bracelets and bangles, and using handbags rather than shoulder bags.

For shirts and tops, it depends on whether you want to hide your shoulders or flaunt them.

Off-the-shoulder tops are a beautiful way to show them off, as there is enough coverage that your shape remains balanced.

Sleeveless dresses with flared skirts and a V-neck are equally ideal for this purpose, while you’ll probably want to stay away from spaghetti straps.

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The ‘peplum’ style shirt is ideal for the apple body shape, as the flare around the waist will add volume to the hips, while full or three-quarter sleeves are the way to go.

Any shirt with a loose-fit bottom or embellishment around the lower half is fantastic for this figure.

In regard to necklines, pick V-neck and perhaps scoop-neck on occasion; these necks are great for accentuating the curves of your bust as well.

For outerwear, you’ll want hemlines that finish around the hips or upper thigh.

Vests, coats and jackets are best for this, but a poncho will be your ‘power piece’.

Finally, as a general rule you’ll want to avoid clothing pieces with structured waists, belts, and halter-necks.

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