Everyone's body structure is different and this diversity makes fashion more fun. By choosing the right pieces, you can highlight your body type, hide your flaws and strengthen your style. Here are the 4 most common body types and clothing recommendations:
1. Apple Body Type
In the apple body type, the upper body is generally more prominent. The waist area is wide, the chest and abdomen area attracts attention.
How to Dress?
Choose V-neck blouses that will make the body look long.
Belts/sashes should be used carefully. Belts that divide the body from the middle draw attention to the abdominal area, which is generally not preferred.
Dark colored tops can be combined with light colored bottoms to create balance.
You can achieve a vertical look with long cardigans and jackets.
2. Pear Body Type
In the pear type, shoulders are narrow, hips and buttocks are wider.
How to Dress?
Use padded or detailed tops that will make the shoulders look wide.
Prefer light colored tops and dark colored bottoms.
Distract attention with jewelry and accessories that emphasize the upper body.
3. Hourglass Body Type
In this type, the waist is thin, chest and hips are balanced. It is the body form where feminine lines are most prominent.
How to Dress?
Dresses and skirts that hug the body emphasize the hourglass form.
Prefer belted outfits that will reveal your waist.
High-waisted pants and skirts are ideal choices.
Stay away from overly loose clothes, they hide the form.
4. Rectangle Body Type
In this type, shoulders, waist and hips are in similar proportions. The body line is generally straight.
How to Dress?
Create volume with layered clothes.
Belts and waist-emphasizing pieces add form to the body.
Patterned and detailed clothes make the body look more dynamic.
Conclusion
The secret to dressing according to your body type is to know yourself and choose the right pieces. In the NihalKoç collection, you will find options suitable for every body type.
