Fashion News Body Shapes: How should you dress if you are a pear shape?

Pear shape/Triangle shape

You are a pear shape if you tend to be bottom-heavy. You are small at the top of your body, with small shoulders and breasts, a small waist and larger hips and thighs. Your calves and ankles may not have much definition. The upside to being a Pear is that you can use your small waist to easily create a gorgeous, curvy, and ultra feminine look. You might even find that you can buy tops that are not strictly plus-size because of your smaller upper body.

The main downside to being a Pear Shape is that it can be hard to find pants that fit well because this is where you carry the most of your weight. For Pear Shaped bodies, dressing well means creating the illusion of equally balanced upper and lower halves.

Dresses are a fantastic look for Pear Shapes. Invest in some gorgeous pieces, and opt for dresses that flare at the hem. It can be difficult and time-consuming to find the most flattering style of trousers for the Pear Shape, so dresses are an easier option. When choosing tops, your shoulders and bust are more petite that your lower half, so think about showing off your neckline and shoulders. V-neck tops are great for this area, and strapless will flatter your figure, too.

Steer clear of over-sized tops or anything that hides your waist and swamps your figure. Your best assets are your arms, breast and legs. Flatter them with a strapless dress or an empire style dress. You want to bring attention to your upper body, so opt for a dress with handles or one with straps. That way, your silhouette will be balanced out. If your hips are wide: go for the dress that flatters your curves without sticking to them. Do not wear dresses with petticoats. These will only accentuate your lower half.

Traditionally, Pear Shapes have been told to hide their lower halves in flowing fabrics. Warning! This can actually accentuate the areas you were trying to hide in the first place. If you feel uncomfortable with the idea of trousers or skirts that cling, you should try something that reveals the outline of your frame. For example, Boot-cut jeans are great, because they naturally taper at the end and give your bottom half a more balanced appearance.
When teamed with a brightly-colored top, you can attract the eye and draw it upwards and keep emphasizing that balance between upper and lower halves. When dressing the lower half, avoid miniskirts or shorts – this isn’t your best look. Instead aim for knee-length styles. Shoulder pads are another useful secret to balance your top and bottom halves. Now, don’t rush out and buy a pair of enormous shoulder pads that will make you look fresh off the set of Dallas ; instead, consider some subtle shoulder padding to create a stronger line for your upper body.


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PS: The above mentioned information is an article from plus-size-tall.com.