Hourglass figure. Photos of women who are fat, thin, how to dress, what to wear, how to determine

There are five main types of female body shapes: pear/spoon, apple/oval, triangle, inverted triangle, rectangle and hourglass. Each of them is quite rare in its pure form; mixed variants are more common.

But is there a body type among them that absolutely everyone will like? The one that is recognized as the standard of femininity and beauty and is the subject of the dreams of many ladies and the lust of men? This is an hourglass figure.

In addition to its charms and natural, eye-pleasing features, it also has problem areas. But they can be hidden and gently adjusted. Let's look at how not to lose what Mother Nature has given us: what is better and healthier to eat, what kind of exercises to do and how to dress in such a way as to bring visual pleasure to both those around you and yourself.

Features of the hourglass figure

The hourglass figure (photos of women showing attractive body features) has its own distinctive features.

Options	Peculiarities
Height	Can be anything - high, medium or low. Most often it is 165-175 cm.
Shoulder width	As a rule, they are quite wide and tall. Sloping shoulders are rare, and narrow shoulders are not typical for this type of figure. They are approximately at the same level as the hips.
Breast	It can be medium or large. Most often this is a 2 or 3 bust size. Small breasts are rare.
Waist	Regardless of weight and height, it is always clearly expressed. The difference between waist and hip circumference is about 30%. Even if you are overweight, it remains, and the extra pounds are deposited only in the lower abdomen.
Hips	Wide enough. When gaining weight, they become full, which causes the figure to become deformed. Narrow hips are not typical for this body type.
Legs	Slender and proportional. When you gain weight, stretch marks and cellulite appear on your legs.

Representatives of the fairer sex with this type of figure have a wasp waist, slender legs, as well as proportional hips and chest. In addition, those with an ideal figure have convex and toned buttocks.

The article discusses clothing styles that suit an hourglass figure.

The only drawback of the X-silhouette is its tendency to be overweight.

Extra pounds are especially deposited in the lower part of the body. But at the same time, other parts of the body gain weight, for example, the chest. At first, the changes are not noticeable, but then the extra pounds make themselves felt. Sometimes the hourglass figure looks more like a pear or an inverted triangle. This factor is influenced by heredity and individual body structure.

Coats and jackets

An hourglass figure looks great in fitted coats and trench coats.
Short jackets fit well on slender X-girls - they emphasize their thin waist. Coats that are too flared at the bottom will add unnecessary additional volume to the hips, and items with shoulder pads will weigh down the top, expanding the torso. Straight models will not work either - they will hide the curves of the figure, turning it into a “rectangle”.

Features of choosing a wardrobe

The hourglass figure (photos of women show a variety of possible outfits) is slim, so it is easier for its owners to choose clothes, since they can afford any outfit. But designers recommend avoiding baggy styles. This outfit visually deforms the figure.

For girls with medium and curvy figures, the task becomes more complicated. Due to their feminine figure, they are not always able to choose the right outfit. This is why many girls are ready to abandon the X silhouette in favor of a boyish and athletic figure.

Main settings

In these photos, she has an hourglass figure, she looks very harmonious and feminine:

However, it has not only advantages, but also some disadvantages, which stylists recommend that you take into account when putting together your wardrobe.

A figurine of this type has always been praised as the most proportional and attractive among all existing ones. It is believed that a woman with such external characteristics will look harmonious and feminine in any outfit. However, there are some features that must be taken into account when choosing clothes for an hourglass figure type. The main task is to emphasize the waistline, otherwise you risk having wide, heroic shoulders and too protruding hips. If girls with an hourglass figure have slender, beautiful legs, they definitely need to demonstrate this advantage by choosing the right outfit.

What should be the parameters of an hourglass figure? The generally accepted ideal of a female figure is the parameters “90-60-90”, which precisely form the X-silhouette. However, you should know that these parameters are nothing more than an idealized version of this type of female physique.

Among celebrities, the hourglass figure type can be seen in ladies of the first magnitude - Marilyn Monroe, Brigitte Bardot, Catherine Deneuve, Elizabeth Taylor, Monica Bellucci, Michelle, Pfeiffer, Naomi Campbell, Sophia Loren, Scarlett Johansson.

Outerwear

Creating the perfect wardrobe begins with choosing outerwear. But to ensure that things do not hang on a hanger in the closet idle, but are actively used every day, it is necessary to approach the purchase responsibly.

Fur coat

Slender and tall girls, whose height is more than 170 cm, are recommended to choose straight-cut or A-line outerwear. They do not create an emphasis on the waist, but emphasize the beauty of a slender body. Regarding the length, it is recommended to select shortened models or fur coats that reach the middle of the thighs. Such models do not look rude and focus on feminine curves.

Petite girls should take a closer look at fur coats with a V-neck and a wide leather belt. Such models place emphasis on the neckline and waist, making the figure look fragile and feminine. The hem of outerwear can start from the hips, reaching the ankles.

Owners of curvy figures are advised to pay attention to simple models with the shortest fur and a fitted silhouette. Otherwise, the fur coat will look massive and rough, which is not at all necessary for plus-size girls.

Coat

Designers advise wearing a classic style coat. It is recommended to choose models of medium length - from the hip to just below the knee. Such a coat should not have an abundance of decor, otherwise a disproportion of the figure will be created.

Wrap-around outerwear made of smooth wool with a small collar also looks impressive on the X-silhouette. It is best to choose models of neutral colors with short pile. Outerwear in gray, sand, beige and black shades looks especially advantageous on girls of any size.

Cloak

Regardless of height and build, girls with an hourglass figure can safely wear classic mid-length trench coats with a belt. The only thing you should avoid are sports models with patch pockets and a hood. The hybrid trench coat and parkas do not flatter the figure at all, making it massive and disproportionate.

Jacket

Fitted jackets are the best option for those with ideal shapes. In this case, outerwear can be made of any material. But you should be careful with voluminous and fur models. They visually make the figure bulky and rough. You should also avoid jackets with patch pockets at the waist and hips.

What to wear: silhouette, clothing styles, fabrics

When choosing outfits, girls with the body type under discussion should, first of all, try to focus on their thin waist. This is their most winning part and their main “trump card”. Of course, every fashionista decides for herself how to dress, taking into account her own tastes and preferences. But it’s still worth listening to the advice of experts.

When choosing outerwear for yourself, you will have to give up bulky large and long fur coats and coats. Such outfits “eat up” your height and look awkward and baggy. It is better to take a closer look at elegant coats and jackets, complemented by a belt and belt. If you choose a fur coat, let it be a shortened and also belted model.
When choosing a dress for an hourglass figure, a fashionista has plenty of room to roam. The “case” models look best at the proportions discussed. They will even help plump young ladies to hide numerous minor figure flaws. Another universal option for curvy and slender “X” ladies is an a-line dress. This model can have any top. But it is better to choose a length no lower than the knee, otherwise there is a risk of visually turning into a “bag”. Wrap dresses will allow girls with the perfect feminine silhouette to highlight their beautiful breasts, shoulder line and neck. Such short outfits can be worn even by short, plump young ladies.
Skirts for an “X” figure should also be chosen with an emphasis on the waist. For example, the “pencil” model, curvy options with a thin or wide belt, as well as the “sun flare”, which is popular today, are well suited. It is better to choose the last option with a length of a maximum of one palm below the knee.
If you are choosing office trousers, you should pay attention to classic straight-cut models with a high waist. But it’s better to immediately abandon options that are very tight around the hips. This also applies to jeans. Straight models of such pants in combination with high heels will help to emphasize the dignity of your figure.
When choosing a blouse, jacket, cardigan and other top, you should avoid options that are too tight to the chest. Otherwise, the image may end up looking vulgar. But for women with an “X” figure, chiffon blouses with wide sleeves of any style, wraparound blouses, fitted and slightly elongated jackets are perfect.

Dress

Those with a proportional figure are advised to take a closer look at the following models:

Case. A winning option for business meetings, holidays and other events. Clothes of this style fit perfectly on this type of figure at any weight and height. To create an irresistible outfit, it is recommended to select models made of dense material. This fabric emphasizes the smooth curves of the body, making the image look feminine and sophisticated. The hem length and neckline can be any.
A-line dress. 90s style outfit. ideal for those with curvy figures. The dress hides slight fullness, placing emphasis on slender legs.
Wrap dress. It looks best on slender girls. This could be a dress with a small belt or a decorated button. It visually elongates the silhouette and effectively emphasizes the décolleté area.
Dress with a flared skirt. Looks great on petite girls. The hem length can be midi or reach the floor. The main thing is that the outfit has a tight-fitting top and not a bulky design.
Dress shirt. Those with an X-silhouette are advised to choose straight or slightly flared styles. The outfit will highlight your slender figure, aspen waist and décolleté area.

Stylists' tips for choosing the right outfit:

An outfit with a rigid corset is the best choice for those with a large bust. The dress will maximally emphasize the waist, and the chest will visually become proportional to the body.
Multi-colors impair the perception of an ideal silhouette. Therefore, it is worth giving preference to plain models.
When choosing a dress, you need to pay attention to soft and feminine textures. The best options would be products made from viscose, knitwear, linen, silk, elastic cotton and light crepe.

Skirts

The hourglass figure (photos of women are presented below) is ideal, so its owners can safely wear skirts of any style.

However, the following models look best on the X-silhouette:

Pencil skirt. Universal style. A moderately strict and laconic option for those with a proportional figure. A pencil skirt effectively emphasizes the smooth curves of the hips and a wasp waist. This model will turn any girl into a true lady, giving her beautiful posture and a confident gait.
In NewLook style. This model is suitable for X-silhouette women of any age, height and weight. Young girls should take a closer look at youth-style skirts with wide pleats, and women should look at less bright and fluffy styles.
A-line. The trapezoidal model decorates, adds charm and charm. Those with a proportionate figure can safely choose products with leather inserts, frills, pockets, appliqués and buttons on the front placket.
Asymmetrical skirt. The bright model makes the image sensual, original and gentle. An asymmetrical skirt emphasizes your figure and hides flaws. It is enough to choose a successful model that will become an integral element of your everyday and formal wardrobe.
The sun is flared. Suitable for warm periods. Slender girls are recommended to choose a model up to the knee, and curvy girls - up to mid-calf.
With pleating. Relevant in any season. It is recommended to wear a midi-length model in neutral shades without patterns or decoration.

Exercise and diet to stay fit

To always keep your figure in perfect shape, do not forget about proper nutrition and special exercises. If there is a need to lose excess weight, you should reduce the calorie content of your diet to approximately 1550 - 1600 kcal. The basis of a losing weight girl’s menu should be porridge with water, stewed meat and fish dishes, vegetable puree soups, dried fruits, as well as fresh fruits, vegetables and berries.

It is better to immediately abandon any mono-diet. A woman's diet should be complete and varied.

As for exercises, they must work all muscle groups, because those with an hourglass figure have extra pounds distributed evenly throughout the body. It is best to contact a professional trainer and ask them to create a circuit training plan. Let it include squats, pull-ups, push-ups, scissors, planks and other useful exercises.

An hourglass figure allows girls to look perfect without much effort. You just need to try to choose the right wardrobe for yourself, without focusing on minor flaws.

Sweatshirts

Every fashionista should have feminine blouses, tops, jackets and cardigans in her wardrobe. These elements go perfectly with skirts, trousers and jeans, so don’t neglect them.

Blouses and tops

Top 8 tips for choosing models for a proportional figure:

Strapless tops and blouses with a moderately deep neckline are the best proportional silhouette. These styles balance the upper and lower parts of the body, resulting in a balanced body. But those with a large bust should avoid a too deep neckline. Otherwise, the image will look vulgar.
Blouses with a ribbon, tied just below the waist, are a godsend for girls with curvy figures. This model is recommended to be combined with straight trousers and skirts. This way the image will look balanced.
Those with small breasts are advised to take a closer look at blouses with chest pockets, pleats, drapery and ruffles. This style visually enlarges the bust, making the figure visually proportional.
Tight-fitting blouses are a great option for slender girls. They effectively emphasize the wasp waist. Curvy women should avoid this model, otherwise the protruding folds of the abdomen will spoil the overall picture.

Long tops and blouses perfectly emphasize the waist and focus attention on the seductive female curves of the body.
Volumetric models are not the best option for the X-silhouette. Such blouses and tops hide a thin waist, even if the girl is quite slender.
Classic models should have rounded tips on lapels and collars. This will make the silhouette soft and feminine.
Tops with a V-neck or a tie at the neck are a great model for slender girls. This option will be a great addition to a casual or evening look. We recommend combining tops with a NewLook style skirt and classic trousers.

Cardigans

You need to choose things that hold their shape and highlight the advantages of the X-silhouette. Fitted and slightly elongated models fit perfectly on such a figure. Color, material and texture can be varied. But you should avoid styles whose length does not reach the waist. Such a model can visually unbalance a proportional figure.

Among cardigans, girls are advised to take a closer look at knitted styles in neutral shades. Models with an elongated cut, reaching to the middle of the thigh or buttocks, look impressive. It is recommended to use a thin belt as an accessory to emphasize a wasp waist.

Rules for choosing clothes for your wardrobe

Don't wear baggy things - they will hide your natural characteristics. Some oversized clothes, especially trousers, look like an hourglass.
Choose clothes with a fitted and semi-fitted silhouette - dresses, overalls.
Avoid cutouts that increase the shoulder width or, conversely, reduce it. These include - square, boat. Wing sleeves and lanterns have the same effect.

Focus on the waist and legs. You can wear mini ones, but not too tight, so as not to look vulgar.
The dress is a wardrobe staple for women with an hourglass figure. Length from mini to midi. Maxi does not suit plump girls of this type. Choose a sheath dress that will help you out in any life situation. It can be worn both to the office and in everyday life.
Choose a round or V-neck that accentuates a beautiful neckline. If the clothes are tight-fitting and the neckline is deep, the length should not be mini. Otherwise, you will look more vulgar than impressive.
A year-over skirt is a great option for hourglass women. Such clothes suit few people. But this type of figure allows you to wear a year, and it doesn’t matter whether it’s a dress or a skirt. The taller the girl, the longer the hem and the fishtail effect can be.

The shoulder piece should be no lower than the middle of the thigh, so as not to create excess volume in the lower part. Try not to emphasize the hip area at all and especially widen it with trousers and trousers.
Leggings, slim pants, and high-waisted jeans are better than shapeless sweatpants. Voluminous clothing turns the hourglass into a square.

Pants and shorts

Due to the characteristics of their figure, many girls have difficulty choosing shorts, trousers and jeans. For this occasion, the designers have made a selection of the best models and styles that will look perfect on the X-silhouette.

Shorts

Those with a proportional figure can wear any shorts - low, medium and high rise. In this case, the color and material of the shorts do not play a special role. The main thing is to select a model based on your body type.

Medium-length, high-waisted models suit curvy figures. This style hides extra pounds well, focusing on the proportionality of the figure. Stylish shorts are recommended to be combined with light T-shirts and T-shirts in solid colors and with a thin belt.

Slender girls don't have to limit themselves when choosing shorts. For example, if you have a flat stomach, you should take a closer look at sporty, structured models with a mid-rise. High-waisted shorts also look good.

Trousers

The trousers are ideal for business meetings, special occasions and everyday walks. Those with a pronounced waist and steep hips are advised to take a closer look at models with a medium or high rise.

Low-waist styles look ridiculous, as they visually add volume to the hips. Those with curvy figures are especially at risk. In their case, the low rise focuses attention on the flaws of the figure.

The first thing you should avoid are models that focus on the hip line.

Pants with pockets, embroidery, bulky belts and other decorative elements do not suit a well-proportioned body at all. Therefore, it is worth giving preference to straight-cut models. Cigarette trousers look especially stylish. They emphasize the slenderness of the legs, visually elongate the silhouette and highlight the waist.

Jeans

When choosing jeans, color plays an important role. The lighter the fabric, the larger the legs visually become. This is especially noticeable with jeans that have bleached areas. Therefore, only very slender girls can afford such models.

If you have an average or full proportion figure, you should give preference to dark colors. A win-win option would be classic blue jeans without decorative elements or scuffs.

The female figure is interconnected with the style of clothing, which is confirmed by photographs. For the hourglass type, bootcut jeans are ideal, as they slightly widen from the knee to the bottom.

It is recommended to combine this model with shoes with small heels or a small platform. High-waisted trumpet jeans also look good. They emphasize slender legs and proportionality of the body, which plays into the hands of the owner of the X-silhouette. This style can be combined with any shoes.

Jeans

Fashionable jeans are present in the wardrobe of almost every modern woman. Considering that such casual clothing comes in a wide variety of styles, it is important to choose it to suit your body type.

When choosing jeans for an hourglass figure, you should first of all take into account your height and build. Short girls will look beautiful in straight-cut models. It is advisable to wear jeans with high-heeled shoes, because this will visually lengthen your legs and make your silhouette more slender.

Girls with an X-silhouette can also replenish their wardrobe with stylish models with a variety of bright decor. Even plump fashionistas with a proportional figure can afford jeans embroidered with beads, stones, pearls or studs.

Jeans that are slightly flared at the bottom would also be appropriate, but a strong flare should be avoided. Models with a low waist will not be suitable for owners of such a figure.

Other options for what to wear for an hourglass figure are pictured below:

Here are all kinds of women's clothing options - skirts, trousers, blouses, sweaters, outerwear, as well as stylish looks with it.

Swimwear

In summer, girls usually want to show off their curves on the beach.

In order not to make a mistake when choosing a swimsuit, you must follow the basic rules:

Small bust and heavy bottom. This figure is a bit like a triangular silhouette. To make it look proportional, it is necessary to create an emphasis on the décolleté area. To do this, you should give preference to a swimsuit with a tight bodice on special tabs, which is decorated with ruffles. It can be with or without straps. In this case, the bottom should have neat ties.
The bust size is proportional to the hips. In this case, you can choose any model. It can be a two-piece or one-piece swimsuit. However, it is not recommended to choose light-colored styles, as they visually make the figure larger.
Curvy shapes. Ladies with a large neckline and plump hips should pay attention to swimsuits with underwire bodices. They support the breasts well and improve the overall proportions of the figure. It is recommended to avoid completely fabric products. One-piece swimsuits with a classic cut also look good.

Shoes and accessories

An hourglass figure (photos of women with various accessories are presented below) is best combined with mid-chest pendants and necklaces. Accessories should be simple so as not to overload the image and create the right emphasis on the chest.

Designers recommend choosing jewelry to match your clothing so that it doesn’t look flashy. Those with a proportional figure can choose from earrings from studs to rings.

Shoes are the final touch to the look. Ballet flats are a universal option for any outfit. They are ideal for casual walks. You can safely choose pumps for a business or formal look. They look appropriate with trousers, dresses and skirts.

Ankle boots are also suitable for those with ideal shapes. They are recommended to be worn with midi skirts and skinny jeans. And to visually become taller, just wear tight tights that match your shoes.

The ideal hourglass figure requires the right wardrobe. It’s not difficult to choose the right things to put together a beautiful look, as shown in the photographs. It is enough for a woman to take into account her body type and appearance.

Blouse, jackets and top

Jackets with belts

The hourglass can easily be matched with jackets of various lengths. But you should pay special attention to models with a belt. The belt will highlight your waist and the whole look will be harmonious. Any fabric, as well as colors, is allowed, because the most important thing is the presence of a belt.

Wrap Blouses

Wrap blouses have the excellent property of highlighting the breasts beautifully, visually making them look one size larger. A large selection of different styles of blouses will allow you to choose a model for the office, for everyday wear, and even for a party with friends at the club.

Short tops

Girls with an hourglass figure are very suitable for short tops. After all, thanks to the narrow waist, such tops always look harmonious and flattering. Therefore, do not hesitate to purchase a similar wardrobe item, as you can create light, simple, but very stylish looks with it. And in the summer heat, a short top will be the best choice that will help you survive the hot weather.