Hourglass
The hourglass shape features a well-defined waistline with balanced shoulders and hips.
Characteristics:
- •Shoulders and hips are similar in width
- •Defined waistline
- •Proportional bust-to-hip ratio
- •Curved silhouette
Rectangle
The rectangle shape (also called straight or athletic) has minimal difference between waist, hip, and shoulder measurements.
Characteristics:
- •Shoulders, waist, and hips are similar in width
- •Little waist definition
- •Weight tends to distribute evenly
- •Athletic appearance
Pear / Triangle
The pear or triangle shape features hips that are wider than the shoulders.
Characteristics:
- •Hips wider than shoulders
- •Defined waistline
- •Weight tends to collect in lower body
- •Slender arms and shoulders
Inverted Triangle
The inverted triangle shape features shoulders that are wider than the hips.
Characteristics:
- •Shoulders wider than hips
- •Athletic upper body
- •Narrower hips
- •Often longer legs
Apple / Round
The apple or round shape carries weight primarily in the midsection with slender legs and arms.
Characteristics:
- •Fuller midsection
- •Less defined waistline
- •Weight tends to collect in the abdomen
- •Often slender legs and arms
Diamond
The diamond shape features a wider midsection compared to shoulders and hips.
Characteristics:
- •Wider midsection
- •Narrower shoulders and hips
- •Weight tends to collect around the waistline
- •Often slender arms and legs