Our comprehensive styling guide for 5 common body types
Following trends is fun, but being aware of your body and knowing what looks good on you is better. To help you, here's a guide on body types illustrated by the looks of your favourite celebs. Ready?
A-SHAPE BODY TYPE, LIKE BEYONCÉ
If your upper body (shoulders, ches, abdominal) is rather petite while your buttocks and thighs tend to be fuller, you have an A-shape body type, like Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez or Shakira.
YOUR WINNING COMBO:
- Arched shouldered jackets to balance your figure
- The ruffled top or to bring the volume to your upper body
- Printed and colorful tops to draw the eye to the upper body and face
- High heels
- Play up the necklines: wear bustiers dresses and statement necklaces
AVOID: Horizontal stripes, cigarette pants and ball skirts.
V-SHAPE BODY TYPE, LIKE CAMERON DIAZ
Your shoulders are broad and you have a generous bust but your bottom is narrow. You have a V-shape body type like that of Cameron Diaz, Angelina Jolie or Pink. You are the sporty silhouette of the group.
YOUR WINNING COMBO:
- Accentuate the volume on your lower body
- Feminize your figure with accessories and colourful outfits
- Favour long tops and tunics to balance out your bottom
- Show off your legs, as they are often your most attractive asset
AVOID: Big jackets, bustiers and shouldered jackets.
X-SHAPE BODY TYPE, LIKE RIHANNA
You have a narrow waist and your wide shoulders are in alignment with your hips. You have an X-shape body type like Rihanna, Miranda Kerr or Blake Lively. You are privileged, because all styles will suit you.
YOUR WINNING COMBO:
- Fitted clothes to flatter your hourglass figure
- Plunging necklines
- Sheath dresses
- Vivid colours and prints, which promote volume
AVOID: Apart from turtlenecks and baggy clothes that will expand your figure, you can afford to wear anything. Lucky girl!
H-SHAPE BODY TYPE, LIKE JESSICA ALBA
You have a rather shapely figure, your shoulders and hips are aligned but your size is sometimes petite. You have a H-shape body type like Jessica Alba, Kate Moss, Charlotte Gainsbourg and Victoria Beckham.
YOUR WINNING COMBO:
- The right clothes and sizes will suit you
- Tailored jackets
- V-necklines
- Contrasts and printed materials to balance your figure
AVOID: Wide belts worn at the waist.
THE FIGURE 8, LIKE KIM KARDASHIAN
Your shoulders are rounded and align with the curve of your hips, which are generous and full. You have a figure 8 body type like Kim Kardashian, Nicky Minaj or Amber Rose.
YOUR WINNING COMBO:
- Anything body-hugging
- Fitting materials like jersey and knits
- Dresses or skirts
- Belted coats
AVOID: Mini-skirts, large prints and very wide trousers.
Now that you're in the know of our styling advice, walk on the sidewalks with the assurance of a star and remember one thing: the most important point remains that you should always feel good about what you wear and dress with pleasure!
Jessica Palermi and Nur Syazana H.
