How to choose your clothes

Comment choisir ses vêtements

Choosing clothes based on your body type is a great way to flatter your figure and feel comfortable. Here's a guide to help you understand how to choose clothes based on your body type, complete with illustrations to illustrate each shape.

1. Hourglass Morphology

Features :

  • Marked waist
  • Hips and shoulders of similar width
  • Balanced silhouette

Clothing tips:

  • Highlight your waist with fitted clothes or belts.
  • Choose dresses and tops that accentuate the waist.
  • High-waisted skirts and pants with straight or slightly flared cuts are ideal.

Example drawing: Imagine a silhouette with aligned shoulders and hips, and a waist marked in the middle, forming an “8”.

2. Apple (or Oval) Morphology

Features :

  • Weight concentrated around the belly
  • Shoulders wider than hips
  • Slightly marked waist

Clothing tips:

  • Opt for clothes that lengthen your figure, such as flowing tops or dresses.
  • Choose slightly flared or straight pants or skirts to balance the silhouette.
  • Avoid clothes that are too tight around the stomach. Choose clothes that create a vertical line.

Drawing example: A silhouette where the width of the belly is greater than that of the hips and shoulders, creating a more rounded shape.

3. Pear (or Triangle) Morphology

Features :

  • Hips wider than shoulders
  • Marked waist
  • Slimmer upper body

Clothing tips:

  • Highlight your upper body by choosing tops with details (ruffles, V-necks, etc.).
  • Wear pants and skirts that balance your figure, such as straight pants or A-line skirts.
  • Avoid clothes that are too tight around the hips.

Drawing Example: A silhouette where the hips are wider than the shoulders, creating an inverted triangle shape.

4. Rectangle (or H) Morphology

Features :

  • Straight silhouette, without pronounced curves
  • Undefined waistline
  • Hips and shoulders of similar width

Clothing tips:

  • Create the illusion of curves by choosing clothes that accentuate the waist, such as fitted dresses.
  • Opt for flared cuts, such as A-line skirts or high-waisted pants.
  • Details like ruffles or pleats can help add volume to certain parts of the body.

Drawing example: A silhouette where the shoulders, waist and hips are relatively aligned, forming a rectangle.

5. Inverted Triangle Morphology

Features :

  • Shoulders wider than hips
  • Slim waist
  • Athletic silhouette

Clothing tips:

  • Create balance by wearing wide or flowing skirts and pants.
  • Choose clothes that draw attention to the lower body (prints or details).
  • Opt for simple tops to avoid overloading the upper body.

Drawing example: A silhouette where the shoulders are wider than the hips, creating an inverted triangle.

6. Morphology in Sand Hour

Features :

  • Very marked size
  • Hips and shoulders roughly the same width
  • Curved silhouette, but more or less soft

Clothing tips:

  • Highlight your waist with fitted clothes.
  • Choose high-waisted pants or flared skirts to balance the proportions.
  • Dresses that are fitted or belted at the waist will be very flattering.

Drawing example: A silhouette with soft curves, aligned hips and shoulders and a defined waist, forming a "sand hour" silhouette.

Conclusion

Choosing clothes that fit your body shape not only allows you to highlight your best features, but also allows you to feel good in your clothes. Knowing your body type will help you select the clothes that suit you best and build a functional and stylish wardrobe. Don't be afraid to experiment and have fun with different styles and cuts to find what flatters you best!

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