Tamera Darden, Wardrobe Stylist Presents
Body Type Cheat Sheet Straight (Athletic)
Triangle (Pear)
Bust and hips are similar in width and a small defined waist. You also have slender neck, defined legs and arms. Your goal is to enhance your waist and maintain your athletic, amazing proportions. Avoid boxy items.
H i p s a re w i d e r i n comparison to your bust. You also have a nicely defined waist. Yo u h a v e l o v e l y feminine features such as your curvy hips and shapely legs. Look for tops with nipped or fitted waists to show off your figure.
Hourglass
Bust and hips are similar in width, but a more defined waist than a Straight body type. Your upper body is proportionate in length to your shapely legs. Avoid body items and allover bold prints that can hide your figure.
Inverted Triangle
Your upper body is wider than your hips. You possibly have broad shoulders and ample b u s t . Yo u l e g s a r e slender. Look for tops with scoop or v-neckline and tailored shirts that flare at bottom to add curves to your hips.