Take our free Body Shape Quiz (What is my body shape?) and find out what body shape you are and what clothes will suit you better based on your contours and proportions.
All people are made of bones, muscles, and fat mass and what differentiates them are the proportions, which vary from one individual to another and are measured in length, width, and volume.
There are 4 main body shapes, which are based on the proportions of the female body and primarily use shoulder, waist, and hip size as a guide:
- Hourglass body shape (X body shape)
- Pear body shape (A body shape)
- Rectangle body shape (H body shape)
- Inverted Triangle body shape (V body shape). more
The categorization of body shapes has to do with the aesthetics of balance, which is visually pleasing. Based on your body shape, you can adjust your wardrobe so that your silhouette appears more balanced and your outfit more visually pleasing.
Our Body Shape Quiz will help you find out which features of your body require some balancing work so that you can highlight some features and play down others by using the right fits and cuts to achieve a balanced silhouette.
All people are made of bones, muscles, and fat mass and what differentiates them are the proportions, which vary from one individual to another and are measured in length, width, and volume.
There are 4 main body shapes, which are based on the proportions of the female body and primarily use shoulder, waist, and hip size as a guide:
- Hourglass body shape (X body shape)
- Pear body shape (A body shape)
- Rectangle body shape (H body shape)
- Inverted Triangle body shape (V body shape). more
The categorization of body shapes has to do with the aesthetics of balance, which is visually pleasing. Based on your body shape, you can adjust your wardrobe so that your silhouette appears more balanced and your outfit more visually pleasing.
Our Body Shape Quiz will help you find out which features of your body require some balancing work so that you can highlight some features and play down others by using the right fits and cuts to achieve a balanced silhouette.
A) My waist is smaller than both my shoulders and my hips.
B) My waist and shoulders are smaller than my hips.
C) My waist is almost the same as my hips and shoulders.
D) My waist and hips are smaller than my shoulders.
To better determine your body proportions, you can wear a tight-fitting top and a pair of dark-coloured leggings. This way you can look in the mirror and clearly see the contours of your silhouette. At the same time, you can have a look at our image and determine which silhouette you are most similar to: Hourglass, Pear, Rectangle or Inverted Triangle.
Determine if your features are more rounded or more angular. Hourglass and Pear body shapes are characterized by curvy, more
B) My waist and shoulders are smaller than my hips.
C) My waist is almost the same as my hips and shoulders.
D) My waist and hips are smaller than my shoulders.
To better determine your body proportions, you can wear a tight-fitting top and a pair of dark-coloured leggings. This way you can look in the mirror and clearly see the contours of your silhouette. At the same time, you can have a look at our image and determine which silhouette you are most similar to: Hourglass, Pear, Rectangle or Inverted Triangle.
Determine if your features are more rounded or more angular. Hourglass and Pear body shapes are characterized by curvy, more
rounded silhouettes, particularly in the bust, hips, and thighs, while Rectangle and Inverted Triangle body shapes have a more straight or angular, bone-structured frame.
A) I have a super-defined waist.
B) My waist is well-defined, creating a gentle curve between my bust and my hips.
C) I have very little waist definition. When asked to measure my waist I am not sure where it is.
D) I have little waist definition.
You can determine your waist definition by identifying the narrowest part of your natural waist in front of a mirror and comparing it visually to the widest points of your shoulders and hips. You can also have a look at our image and compare the silhouettes with yours. Notice the dashed lines on our image at waist level for different body shapes, and determine which waist indentation (contour) is more similar to yours:
- If you see a significant indentation (contour) at your waist, more
B) My waist is well-defined, creating a gentle curve between my bust and my hips.
C) I have very little waist definition. When asked to measure my waist I am not sure where it is.
D) I have little waist definition.
You can determine your waist definition by identifying the narrowest part of your natural waist in front of a mirror and comparing it visually to the widest points of your shoulders and hips. You can also have a look at our image and compare the silhouettes with yours. Notice the dashed lines on our image at waist level for different body shapes, and determine which waist indentation (contour) is more similar to yours:
- If you see a significant indentation (contour) at your waist, more
between your bust and hips, then your waist is super-defined.
- If you see a big and gentle indentation at your waist (between your bust and hips), then you still have a well-defined waist.
- If you see a very little indentation at your waist, but rather an almost straight silhouette, then you have a very little-defined waist.
- If you see a little indentation at your waist, then you have a little-defined waist.
Hourglass and Pear body shapes, which are characterized by curvy silhouettes, have a well-defined waist, while Rectangle and Inverted Triangle body shapes have little to no waist definition.
- If you see a big and gentle indentation at your waist (between your bust and hips), then you still have a well-defined waist.
- If you see a very little indentation at your waist, but rather an almost straight silhouette, then you have a very little-defined waist.
- If you see a little indentation at your waist, then you have a little-defined waist.
Hourglass and Pear body shapes, which are characterized by curvy silhouettes, have a well-defined waist, while Rectangle and Inverted Triangle body shapes have little to no waist definition.
A) In my bust and hips.
B) In my hips and thighs.
C) Evenly all over.
D) In the upper body first, particularly around the bust, shoulders, and belly.
You can determine where you gain weight first in your body by noticing what clothes and where they feel tight first. The parts of your body that are already prominent will become more voluptuous if you gain weight (have a look at our image). The 4 versions mentioned below are possible:
- After gaining weight, you feel that your clothes feel tight at your bust and hips, and you notice that you first of all need larger bras and larger trousers.
- After gaining weight, you feel that your clothes feel tight at your hips and thighs, more
B) In my hips and thighs.
C) Evenly all over.
D) In the upper body first, particularly around the bust, shoulders, and belly.
You can determine where you gain weight first in your body by noticing what clothes and where they feel tight first. The parts of your body that are already prominent will become more voluptuous if you gain weight (have a look at our image). The 4 versions mentioned below are possible:
- After gaining weight, you feel that your clothes feel tight at your bust and hips, and you notice that you first of all need larger bras and larger trousers.
- After gaining weight, you feel that your clothes feel tight at your hips and thighs, more
and you notice that you first of all need larger trousers.
- After gaining weight, you feel that your clothes feel tight everywhere (proportionally at the waist, hips, bust, and shoulders), and you need larger clothes for both your top and bottom.
- After gaining weight, you feel that your clothes feel tight in the upper part of your body (around the bust, shoulders, and belly), and you notice that you first of all need larger tops.
Although body shapes predispose people to certain fat distribution patterns, individuals with all body shapes can still gain weight unevenly. Genetics, hormones, lifestyle, and aging can influence fat deposition. So, it is recommended to maintain a healthy lifestyle by combining regular exercise, including strength training, with a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. At the same time, while you can’t change your body shape, because it's largely determined by genetics and bone structure, targeted exercises can enhance your curves and create the illusion of an hourglass figure.
- After gaining weight, you feel that your clothes feel tight everywhere (proportionally at the waist, hips, bust, and shoulders), and you need larger clothes for both your top and bottom.
- After gaining weight, you feel that your clothes feel tight in the upper part of your body (around the bust, shoulders, and belly), and you notice that you first of all need larger tops.
Although body shapes predispose people to certain fat distribution patterns, individuals with all body shapes can still gain weight unevenly. Genetics, hormones, lifestyle, and aging can influence fat deposition. So, it is recommended to maintain a healthy lifestyle by combining regular exercise, including strength training, with a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins. At the same time, while you can’t change your body shape, because it's largely determined by genetics and bone structure, targeted exercises can enhance your curves and create the illusion of an hourglass figure.
A) Around my top and bottom.
B) Around my bottom.
C) Around my top, midsection, and bottom.
D) Around my top and midsection.
You can determine where swimsuits need extra room in your body by noticing where you gain weight first (previous question). You have probably noticed where your swimsuit feels very tight and you need extra room for it. On our image you can see different swimsuits for different body shapes. Please, examine all of them and choose the one that you think will suit you best or the one that you will wear at the beach.
- If you chose the first swimsuit, you prefer a classic, two-piece swimsuit that emphasizes your balanced silhouette (top and bottom) and shows off your super-defined waist. more
B) Around my bottom.
C) Around my top, midsection, and bottom.
D) Around my top and midsection.
You can determine where swimsuits need extra room in your body by noticing where you gain weight first (previous question). You have probably noticed where your swimsuit feels very tight and you need extra room for it. On our image you can see different swimsuits for different body shapes. Please, examine all of them and choose the one that you think will suit you best or the one that you will wear at the beach.
- If you chose the first swimsuit, you prefer a classic, two-piece swimsuit that emphasizes your balanced silhouette (top and bottom) and shows off your super-defined waist. more
However, you can wear nearly any bikini style, because your body shape is naturally well-balanced.
- If you chose the second swimsuit, you prefer to highlight the waist and draw attention to the upper half of your body while minimizing your bottom. The bright yellow oval horizontal dots on the bikini top draw attention to the upper half, while the neutral camel colour and wide cut of your bikini bottom minimize the bottom to achieve a balanced silhouette.
- If you chose the third swimsuit, you prefer one-piece swimsuits with a low and wide U-neck to lengthen your torso and straps that can be tied into a bow for adding emphasis to the bust area. The darker blue colour and side colour blocking make the waist look slimmer.
- If you chose the fourth swimsuit, you prefer one-piece swimsuits with plunging V-necklines to visually narrow the width of your shoulders and elongate the torso, drawing attention downward to the hips and legs and creating a balanced silhouette. To further enhance this effect, the floral pattern adds volume to the hips.
Finding the best swimsuits for different body shapes can feel challenging, but all women should feel great in swimsuits that fit well and complement their shape. The key to choosing the best swimsuit for you is understanding which styles enhance your natural figure and knowing what works best for your body shape.
- If you chose the second swimsuit, you prefer to highlight the waist and draw attention to the upper half of your body while minimizing your bottom. The bright yellow oval horizontal dots on the bikini top draw attention to the upper half, while the neutral camel colour and wide cut of your bikini bottom minimize the bottom to achieve a balanced silhouette.
- If you chose the third swimsuit, you prefer one-piece swimsuits with a low and wide U-neck to lengthen your torso and straps that can be tied into a bow for adding emphasis to the bust area. The darker blue colour and side colour blocking make the waist look slimmer.
- If you chose the fourth swimsuit, you prefer one-piece swimsuits with plunging V-necklines to visually narrow the width of your shoulders and elongate the torso, drawing attention downward to the hips and legs and creating a balanced silhouette. To further enhance this effect, the floral pattern adds volume to the hips.
Finding the best swimsuits for different body shapes can feel challenging, but all women should feel great in swimsuits that fit well and complement their shape. The key to choosing the best swimsuit for you is understanding which styles enhance your natural figure and knowing what works best for your body shape.
All A) answers: Hourglass body shape (X body shape)
All B) answers: Pear body shape (A body shape)
All C) answers: Rectangle body shape (H body shape)
All D) answers: Inverted Triangle body shape (V body shape)
Most women will fit into one of these categories, but it is not always the case. You can also be in between body shapes if you don’t fit in any of these categories. If this is your case, don’t worry. You can further identify what characteristics you have from different body shapes and determine how you can personalize your style to balance your unique silhouette.
All B) answers: Pear body shape (A body shape)
All C) answers: Rectangle body shape (H body shape)
All D) answers: Inverted Triangle body shape (V body shape)
Most women will fit into one of these categories, but it is not always the case. You can also be in between body shapes if you don’t fit in any of these categories. If this is your case, don’t worry. You can further identify what characteristics you have from different body shapes and determine how you can personalize your style to balance your unique silhouette.
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