Women typically fall into one of four body-shape categories: pear, hourglass, apple, or athletic. Certain dress styles work better with each one of these body shapes. Here are some tips for buying a dress according to your body shape:
The Pear Body
- Choose: A-line, maxi, and shift
- Avoid: Short hemlines and shapeless dresses
The Hourglass Body
- Choose: Narrow neckline dresses, tube dresses, and mermaid dresses
- Avoid: Oversized dresses and baby doll dresses
The Apple Body
- Choose: Midi dresses, flowy dresses, and A-line dresses
- Avoid: Dresses that don’t accentuate the waist
The Athletic Body
- Choose: Halter dresses, wrap dresses, and asymmetrical dresses
- Avoid: Shapeless dress styles and dresses with excessive fabric
