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Loving your curves can be hard sometimes, but dressing for your beautiful shape, and accentuating your assets will not only ensure you look stylish, but will help to make you feel happy and
confident. And that’s what really matters!
We have produced a guide for body shapes for everyone, but this guide is all about the curvy plus size
goddesses out there!
There are many shapes and figures, but often generic style advice just doesn’t suit women who were blessed with a little more to love! You may be able to guess straight off what plus size body shape you have
based solely on their names, like Hourglass, Pear and Apple. If you’re unsure, use our guide to help you know which type you’re most like (you might even be a combination).
Our style tips are aimed at helping you step out proudly
in gorgeous outfits that accentuate your favourite features. This is your styling guide for plus size fashion for all occasions, but remember that there are no rules. We just want you to feel confident in your skin and your own
style.
Once you’ve found your body type, check out our plus size fashion tips for every occasion – for your body.
Style Advice for Your Plus Size Body Shape
Fashion Tips for Every Occasion
APPLE BODY SHAPE
Women with Apple-shaped bodies are generally fuller in the middle, with full breasts and a less defined waist. Your hips are more slender, and your waist is a little thicker. Your favourite features tend to be your hips and legs, but your tummy can leave you feeling a little self-conscious.READ MORE
PEAR BODY SHAPE
Women with Pear-shaped bodies often have narrow shoulders, curvy hips and thighs, and a voluptuous derrière. In essence, your upper body is smaller than your lower body. This a common shape for curvy women, and to dress well you just have to flaunt your assets.READ MORE
HOURGLASS BODY SHAPE
The Hourglass is the most well-known body shape. You usually have a slimmer waist, but a fuller bust, bigger hips and thicker thighs. Dressing for the Hourglass shape is all about showing off your curvy figure. This is a classic shape, popularised by starlets like Marilyn Monroe.READ MORE
INVERTED PYRAMID SHAPE
Women with an Inverted Pyramid shape generally have broad shoulders, and a fuller bust.While you may be impressively top-heavy, you have slender hips, bum and legs. To dress well for this shape, it’s all about minimising and accentuating your features.
READ MORE
DIAMOND BODY SHAPE
In general, Diamond-shaped women have slender shoulders & arms, a wider midriff, voluptuous hips & thighs, & slim calves. Diamond women tend to have an undefined waist, that is flat side on. Dressing for this shape is all about adding a little sparkle by highlighting your assets.READ MORE
Style Tips for a Plus Size Apple Shape
The best way to show off your womanly figure is to accentuate your bust, neckline and show off those lean legs. This will draw attention away from your tummy, to your assets.
LINGERIE
- Highlight and lift your voluptuous bust with a balcony bra.
- High waist briefs can create a more defined waist.
- Shapewear & body suits will firm up and minimise your tummy.
- Push-up bras will leave you looking and feeling sexy while accentuating your bust.
WORK WEAR
- Longer tunic tops that drop just beyond your hips can flatter your shape.
- Black boot-cut trousers or a knee-length, pleated skirt will flatter your legs.
- T-shirts or tops that have detailing on the bust will draw the eye up.
- Flowy fabrics look fantastic on Apple-shaped beauties.
FORMAL WEAR
- Flatter your bust with a wrap dress, or V neckline.
- Generally, you can create the illusion of a waist with an empire or A-line dress.
- Accentuate your sexy legs with a pair of wedges or heels.
- Strapless dresses can accentuate your neckline and draw the eye up.
CASUAL WEAR
- Try V-necks and scoop neck t-shirts to draw the eyes up.
- Flared or straight-leg jeans are flattering and comfortable.
- Don’t be afraid to wear shorts and skirts to flaunt those pins.
- Tops that are tighter on top and glide over your mid-section look gorgeous!
BEACH WEAR
- One-piece swim suits serve the Apple shape well.
- Flaunt your bust with over-the-shoulder straps and a plunging neckline.
- Often a patterned print will camouflage your midsection.
- Don’t be afraid of bikinis, especially if they have a high waist bottoms.
Style Tips for a Plus Size Pear Shape
To flatter and flaunt your curvy Pear shape, draw attention to your upper body by emphasising your neckline, shoulders, arms and waist. But don’t be afraid to show off your curvy hips and thighs.
LINGERIE
- A push-up or padded bra will enhance your cleavage and bust.
- Thigh shapers and half-slips can firm up your thighs, hips and bottom.
- Bikini-cut underwear look great on a voluptuous booty.
- Often, women with smaller busts look great in sexy and simple non-wired bras.
WORK WEAR
- Flatter your top half, with a top featuring decorative neckline details, like ruching.
- Straight and A-line skirts paired with tights are pear-fect workwear attire.
- Shoulder padding can help to balance you out a little.
- Jackets that are fitted at the waist can look flattering on Pear-shaped beauties.
FORMAL WEAR
- For something different, why not try a jumpsuit belted at the waist?
- Wrap-around dresses flatter your small upper body and minimise the bottom.
- Block heels will elongate your legs allow you to flaunt more of them!
- Halter necklines look particularly good on women with pear-shaped bodies.
CASUAL WEAR
- A scoop neck top draws attention to your bust.
- Darker colours can minimise the a more voluptuous derrière.
- Choose a high-waisted pair of jeans to flatter your gorgeous shape.
- Strapless tops will draw attention your shapely shoulders and slender arms.
BEACH WEAR
- Try pairing printed, brightly-coloured tops with solid-colour bottoms.
- Deep V-neck one-piece suits work well on your figure.
- Wear a gorgeous swim skirt if you feel self-conscious about your hips and bottom.
- A bikini with a French-cut brief looks allows you to flaunt your shape.
Style Tips for a Plus Size Hourglass Figure
If you have an Hourglass figure, you’re blessed with being able to wear just about anything! Women with Hourglass shapes may want to accentuate or minimise certain curves, while flaunting their favourite asset.
LINGERIE
- A minimiser bra can reduce your bust while offering shape and support.
- A balcony bra looks good on bigger busts, can draw attention to your waist.
- Low-cut underwear complements the curves on your lower body.
- Shapewear will give you a smooth silhouette.
WORK WEAR
- Try a plus size top with detailing at the waistline to draw attention to your waist.
- A tunic held at the waist with a belt can look fantastic on your figure.
- High waisted skirts or boot-cut pants will flatter your figure.
- Complete your outfit with a fitted jacket or blazer.
FORMAL WEAR
- Any plus size dress that accentuates your contoured waist will look gorgeous.
- Wrap dresses look great on busty women.
- A peplum dress will show off your waist while hiding your tummy.
- A Bolero with detailing looks pretty and won’t obscure your waist.
CASUAL WEAR
- Generally, fitted, mid-rise jeans not only look good, but they’re comfortable too.
- Pencil and A-Line skirts accentuate your figure and can be dressed up or down.
- Accentuate your figure with tailored tops that flare out at the hips.
- Or try cinch tops with a belt at the waist.
BEACH WEAR
- A one-piece suit in a bright colour can be a modest way of showing off your curves.
- If you’re worried about your tummy, patterns can distract the eye.
- Don’t be afraid of wearing a bikini, especially one with high-waisted briefs.
- Bikini tops that are built like bras will offer more support.
Style Tips for a Plus Size Inverted Triangle Figure
Women with an Inverted Triangle shape can make the most of their sexy shape by flaunting their assets, like their fuller bust and smaller waist, while accentuating your hips and shapely legs.
LINGERIE
- Plunge, moulded or push up bras add volume to your bust.
- Short briefs and boy leg pants help balance out your figure.
- Try an underbust corset to help define your waist giving the illusion of bigger hips.
- High waist underwear give the illusion of a bigger bottom half.
WORK WEAR
- Try simple, solid colour tops that highlight your assets, like your bust and waist.
- Accentuate your waistline with cinched tunics and wrap styles.
- A-line skirts will balance out your shape, and give the illusion of bigger hips.
- When looking for a sleeveless top, try simple, wide straps.
FORMAL WEAR
- Try a wrap or belted dress that will cover your top half while cinching in your waist.
- Flared dresses can add some volume to your lower half.
- Bateau necklines look fantastic on broad shoulders.
- Asymmetric dresses can also gorgeous on women with inverted triangle bodies.
CASUAL WEAR
- Darker tops and bright skirts or pants will draw attention away from your top half.
- Full skirts, like Circle skirts give you a more you a shapelier silhouette.
- Opt for lighter plus size pants and skirts that add volume to your tush.
- Leggings and shorter skirts are particularly flattering.
BEACH WEAR
- An asymmetric, one-shoulder swimsuit paired with a sarong creates a classic, elegant look.
- Consider a round neck, sweetheart, or V-neck tankini paired with briefs with ruching.
- Bikinis with high waist bottoms will balance out your shape.
- Cut-out swimsuit can draw attention to your waist.
Style Tips for a Plus Size Diamond Shape
Women with a Diamond shape can best show off their shape and look gorgeous by they making their shoulders appear broader, cinching their waist, and flaunting their sexy legs.
LINGERIE
- Balcony, push up and plunge bras draw attention to your bust.
- Support briefs with central panels can make your tummy firmer and cinch in your waist.
- Thigh shapers can shape and contour your hips and thighs.
- High-cut briefs are sexy, but provide more coverage in the back.
WORK WEAR
- Draw attention to your slender shoulders, and bust with a necklace or lightweight scarf.
- Layer your outfit with a jacket with a fitted waist and gentle shoulder padding.
- Try tops with embellishments around the neckline and shoulders.
- High waist skirts can give the illusions of a smaller waist.
FORMAL WEAR
- A scoop necklines and A-line dress will flatter your Diamond figure.
- Try a dress that cinches in above the waist, like an Empire line dress.
- Structured dresses with light padding in the shoulders can give you a gorgeous shape.
- Don’t be afraid to wear short dresses to show off those pins.
CASUAL WEAR
- Generally, tunic tops that glide over your hips look drop dead gorgeous.
- Pair tops with black boot-cut pants in darker colours.
- A straight, or A-line skirts are particularly flattering on Diamond ladies.
- Block colours will emphasise your assets, don’t be afraid to go bright.
BEACH WEAR
- Draw attention to your bust and shoulders with a push-up bikini or halter bikini.
- If you feel a little self-conscious, go for a sexy tankini.
- Pair a patterned top with solid, darker high-waisted bottoms.
- Ruffle tops draw the eye to your bust and look gorgeous.
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