What's Your Body Shape?

Finding the right clothing for your body shape can sometimes be a challenge. Ella's Boutique decided to make it easier for you to find the perfect items that flatter you best!


DEFINITION: Medium/Large bust and excess body weight accumulates around the stomach and hips.

Apple shaped women should focus attention to great legs. With the majority of weight located at the center of the body, trouser/wide leg pants and jeans with a flare and mid-rise waist help create a balanced look.

Several types of clothing styles help apple shapes draw attention above the bust and below the waist. Consider shorter skirts that hit just above the knee paired with tunics that fall away from the belly. V-neck or scoop neck lines also help draw attention away from problem areas.

TIP: Dark and solid colors for tops help balance the top half of your body with your slimmer legs.


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DEFINITION: Slim body, often times athletic build. Fewer defined curves with weight distributed in no one particular area.

Square shapes, like a ruler, have problems creating curves and a more feminine silhouette. Look for belted tops to help create a more defined waist. Flowing blouses or tops with a tighter waist or nipped at the waist.

For skirts, go with a pencil shirt with flowing tops or a full skirt with a tighter top. Square shapes can wear straight legs or flares.

TIP: Try to layer your outfits or pairing a bulky sweater with tighter, slim bottoms. Both with help break up the straight line!




ELLA'S BOUTIQUE SUGGESTS THESE ITEMS FOR SQUARES/RECTANGLES:













DEFINITION: Smaller shoulders and/or bust with heavier waist, hips and thighs

Pear shapes should go for printed tops and cuts that draw the eye upward. Bishop and rouched sleeves will help widen the shoulders. Pear shape women can wear slightly open necklines or heavy collars/turtlenecks.

For bottoms, stick with solid, dark colored skirts and pants. Look for pants with small flares or trouser styles and mid-rise waistlines.

TIP: Have fun with style and prints for tops – so few can!







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DEFINITION: Larger shoulders and/or bust with a smaller waist and hips.

Triangle shape women often have trouble playing the balancing act with a heavy top. Like the apple shape, triangles can feature their legs with shorter skirts since they have smaller thighs and hips. A-line shirts or skirts with a little extra flare can help balance the shoulders and/or bust.

Avoid high necklines by selecting tops with a lower cut. Showing a little leg, along with an open neckline will always be flattering.

TIP: Try heavier fabrics like tweed on the bottom or pants and skirts with prints. Pair with solid colored tops or tops with a subtle print.



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DEFINITION: Defined waist area and an overall curvy figure. Weight goes to both the bust and hip area.

Hourglass shapes do not lack the curves and many styles can work to your benefit. Scoop and V-neck tops open up the top of the body. Wrap dress and tops and halters can also be very flattering.

Wear flared pants or straight leg trousers. Stay away from tapered or too tight of pants.

TIP: Find items that tie or button below the bust to help accentuate your waist.







ELLA'S BOUTIQUE SUGGESTS THESE ITEMS FOR HOURGLASSES: