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Flatter Your Figure (Even if You’re Not at Your Ideal Weight)

Hour Glass

Dress: Banana Republic | Belt: Urban Outfitters

Many would consider you the lucky one of the group, but I know you face challenges, too. Hourglass body types have shoulders and hips that are similar in size, have a defined waist, and are generally curvy, often with a large chest. Like our top-heavy ladies, you have to be careful about wearing anything too billowy or tops that hang directly down from your bust; if they’re tailored, they can be killer, but if they’re too baggy you can easily add 10 to 20 pounds to your frame.

Can you guess who your best friend should be? The belt. You’ve got a little waist, so show it off! Tops with a scoop or v-neck will help create length on your body, which is always slimming but especially good for those who are quite busty. Fabrics that drape and hug your body will work better for your body type than many others, although you still want to make sure the fit skims you and isn’t so tight that it’s pulling, which might mean shopping for clothes that fit your curves and tailoring them in at the waist.

Your other best friend? The wrap dress. While this style is designed to be good on a wide variety of shapes and sizes due to its adjustable nature, honey, it was truly made for you. Rock it.

What body type are you? What are a few of your favorite looks? Do tell! —Kristen

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