Five main female body types
- Apple - this shape resembles a circle. Therefore, ideally, clothes should elongate the silhouette. And hide the lack of a waist.
- Pear – This body type is characterized by large hips. They need to be visually reduced and smoothed.
- Hourglass is the most feminine figure. Its advantage is its narrow waist, which should be emphasized.
- Rectangle - owners of such figures look rough. They lack feminine contours. Clothing should soften, add volume in places where it is lacking, and narrow the waist.
- Inverted triangle - wide shoulders and narrow hips. This figure is disproportionate. The purpose of outerwear is to create visual harmony and define the waist.
How to choose a universal coat that suits your figure
A coat is an important part of a woman's wardrobe. For some, it helps them look more elegant, for others, it helps them hide flaws and express their figure’s strengths. But if such clothes are chosen incorrectly, then even a beautiful body can turn into an awkward silhouette. Therefore, it is necessary to choose a coat according to your body type and pay attention to even the smallest details.
There are several basic criteria for how to choose a coat that suits your figure. There are 5 main types among the variety of female figures. And for each of them you can choose your own universal coat.
Choosing a coat for an hourglass figure type
The hourglass or guitar-shaped figure is the most feminine type. Owners of this figure have shoulders and hips of almost the same width, and the waist, chest and hips line clearly stands out. For ladies of this type, all classic, and not only, outerwear options are suitable. This can be a coat made of fabrics such as cashmere, leather, drape, wool, tweed. Fitted models or with a belt will look beautiful.
The coat for an hourglass figure can be either straight or wider at the bottom. There should be no large details in the chest and hips area that could visually spoil the waistline. The top can be either deep-cut or closed, but not voluminous collars.
A black and white checkered coat for an hourglass figure paired with a light brown dress, a beige hat with a veil, a black handbag and leopard print heels and open toes.
A black women's coat with a thin belt for an hourglass figure, combined with a multi-colored blouse, a straight-cut red skirt, a black-beige clutch and classic black high-heeled shoes.
It is also better to choose colors from the classics, such as black, gray, white, dark blue shades of brown and cherry. As for the texture, it largely depends on the height and weight of the woman. For those who are taller and larger, it is better not to burden themselves with a lot of texture, and vice versa.
A women's black coat with a fur collar for an hourglass figure from Altuzarra, paired with a classic white blouse, a black Altuzarra straight-cut skirt, a bright orange scarf and black and white Altuzarra plaid shoes.
An autumn knee-length beige coat with a thin black belt for an hourglass figure from the new Bottega Veneta collection, combined with a black Bottega Veneta dress and black Bottega Veneta heeled ankle boots.
A women's black coat with a red print for an hourglass figure from the new Pedro Lourenco collection, combined with a black velvet handbag, Pedro Lourenco leather gloves and white Pedro Lourenco wedge ankle boots.
A demi-season coat above the knees in a light brown tone for an hourglass figure, combined with a blue scarf and a black clutch.
An above-the-knee length women's coat in brown, decorated with a thin belt, for an hourglass figure, combined with closed shoes in a marsh-brown shade and a bag in a dark green tone.
A women's coat for autumn in a drill brown shade for an hourglass figure, combined with a gray blouse, blue jeans, a leopard print bag and black heeled ankle boots.
Coat for those with a rectangular figure
A rectangular figure means that the shoulders, waist and hips are approximately the same width. When choosing a coat for a rectangle figure, it is important to define the waist and give the silhouette curves. Clothes made from thick fabrics that will outline the silhouette are suitable here.
A demi-season women's coat in a dark gray shade, decorated with small flowers, for a rectangular figure from the Alberta Ferretti collection, combined with black low-top shoes from Alberta Ferretti.
Women's burgundy coat with a fur collar and thin for a rectangular figure from Andrew Gn, combined with black leather gloves from Andrew Gn, a plum handbag and open black heels from Andrew Gn.
An ivory-colored winter coat for a rectangular figure from the new Bessarion collection, combined with a dark gray Bessarion headscarf and high taupe-brown heeled boots from Bessarion.
Women's demi-season black coat for a rectangular figure, combined with black wedge ankle boots.
A short winter coat in ivory for a rectangular figure, paired with a red scarf, a knitted white hat, a brown handbag and high-heeled ankle boots in a brown shade.
A brown women's coat for autumn for a rectangular figure, combined with a multi-colored blouse, a short dark blue skirt, a bright orange handbag and black solid ankle boots.
It is important to remember that the length of the product should not be below the knee. You need to be careful here when choosing a coat with a belt, which, of course, can emphasize the waistline, but only if it is chosen correctly. In this case, it is better to use wide belts, which will visually reduce the waist, but, again, if you have a decent “tummy”, then it is better to remove the belt altogether. The color scheme can be varied, but it is better if it is a combination of similar colors with an asymmetrical finish.
Another little trick: if you choose a coat with an unusual asymmetrical pattern, you can give your rectangular figure more feminine curves.
A short black coat for a rectangular figure in combination with a black and white blouse, a straight short black skirt, dark brown leather gloves and black patent leather flat shoes.
A demi-season coat in an asphalt shade for a rectangular figure, combined with a pink blouse, a black hat, a light purple backpack and multi-colored solid shoes.
Coat models for pear body shapes
A pear figure means narrow shoulders and wide hips. A coat for a pear-shaped figure should visually reduce the heavy bottom and shift attention to miniature shoulders. Various parts of the decor will help here. For example, a lush fur collar or wide sleeves. You can also purchase models with large appliqués or buttons at the top. These can be large patch pockets, but they usually do not look very elegant above the waist level.
A demi-season yellow women's coat with a fur collar for a pear figure, combined with a translucent black blouse, a long black skirt with a floral pattern, a black clutch and open black-golden shoes with wide heels.
A women's yellow coat with a dotted black pattern and a stand-up collar for a pear figure, combined with classic-style trousers in a dark blue shade, a white and blue blouse, a blue-beige clutch and closed black platform shoes.
It is better to choose a fabric of medium density, but not hard. The length should be no lower than the knee, this will make the bottom even heavier. It is advisable to choose the texture based on weight; if the hips are too full, then it is better not to risk a large texture. The belt can be used to highlight the waist.
Winter coat in a gray-blue shade with fur trim for a pear figure from the new Chanel collection, combined with a gray Chanel skirt and high boots in a dark brown tone with metal buckles with Chanel high heels.
A winter coat in a gray-blue tone for a pear-shaped figure from Chanel, combined with a melange scarf, a bright blue Chanel fur hat and black-brown high boots with solid legs from Chanel.
A demi-season coat in a dark gray shade with fur trim for a pear figure from the Custo Barcelona collection, combined with a short gray dress from Custo Barcelona and gray-golden ankle boots with heels from Custo Barcelona.
A black coat for the winter for a pear-shaped figure, combined with brown solid boots and a chocolate-colored bag with a long strap.
A short coat for the winter in a mustard shade for a pear-shaped figure in combination with black trousers, a knitted black hat, high black boots and a black handbag on a chain.
A short black coat for a pear figure combined with a beige scarf, blue jeans, a chocolate-colored handbag and black solid boots.
Coat for a triangle figure
A triangular figure is when the pear is the opposite, that is, wide shoulders and narrow hips. This form is more characteristic of the male sex. But don’t despair if you have this type, because it’s very easy to transform it. Of course, a winter coat for a triangle figure should have a style that widens towards the bottom. It could even be a model with a pleated or flared skirt.
A demi-season coat in a bright red tone for a triangular figure from the Bouchra Jarrar collection, combined with a red blouse, a red-pink scarf, classic black Bouchra Jarrar trousers and black Bouchra Jarrar heels.
J. Crew women's gray and black fur trim coat for fall, paired with a black J. Crew pantsuit and classic gray heels from J. Crew.
A wood-colored autumn coat for a triangular body type from Karen Walker, combined with a cream-colored, above-the-knee Karen Walker skirt and beige shoes from Karen Walker.
A black coat for the winter for those with a triangular figure, combined with a fur hat, a red-colored bag and dark brown boots with solid shoes.
A demi-season women's coat in a brick shade for a triangle figure, combined with a yellow-black scarf and black trousers.
A women's coat for autumn in a bright red tone for a triangle figure, combined with blue jeans, a purple handbag and dark blue high-heeled ankle boots.
Pay attention to the fact that there are as few accents as possible on top, or better yet, that there are none at all. But from below it’s the other way around. If you don’t like a very flared style, then we recommend taking a coat with huge patch pockets. The neckline can be deep and V-shaped, this will help visually reduce the shoulders.
A women's red coat for a triangular figure, combined with a short silver dress, a bright red clutch and black heeled sandals.
A winter red coat for those with a triangular body type, combined with a milky knitted cardigan with an abstract pattern, a checkered skirt in brown shades, a white handbag and brown boots with wide heels.
Coat options for an apple-shaped figure
An apple-shaped figure suggests a very noticeable belly with narrow shoulders and hips. That is, this is a circle in the center of the body that needs to be hidden. For owners of such a figure, you can choose a coat that is straight and wide without any surface finishing, but you can also choose a slightly fitted one to at least somehow define the waist.
A black coat for autumn or spring for an apple figure from the new APC collection in combination with a dark gray beret, a handbag on a chain in a red APC tone and brown sandals with low heels from APC
A demi-season dark gray coat with a thin black belt and large pockets for an apple figure from Marc Jacobs, combined with a handbag in red Marc Jacobs plaid and golden-chocolate heels from Marc Jacobs.
A women's dark blue coat for an apple figure from the new Zero + Maria Cornejo collection, combined with a checkered cardigan in black and blue from Zero + Maria Cornejo, black leather trousers and blue ankle boots from Zero + Maria Cornejo.
A winter coat in black, above the knee length, for an apple figure, combined with blue jeans, a black handbag and beige high-heeled ankle boots.
A black short coat for an apple figure combined with a black dress with an abstract pattern, black leather gloves, a black handbag and heeled ankle boots.
An asphalt-colored winter coat with fur sleeves for an apple figure, combined with black leather gloves, a black handbag, blue jeans and light brown ankle boots with wide heels.
We recommend choosing products that reach the center of your hips, which should visually make them appear larger. It is better to use soft fabric, but in no case tight-fitting to the body. Tweed or wool will do. If you still choose a coat with trim, then all its items should be located either at the top or below the hips, but not near the waist.
A coat for autumn in a dark pink shade for an apple figure, combined with a black dress with a wide pink belt, a leopard print clutch and open black and silver ankle boots with high heels.
A demi-season checkered coat in green shades with a thin belt and a fur collar for an apple figure, combined with a green dress, a grass-green handbag and black-beige shoes with wide heels.
Experts note that the ideal outerwear colors for a pear-shaped body will be plain and deep. Such as chocolate, malachite, alder or eggplant color.
You can also visually elongate and balance the figure with horizontal trim or pattern. A texture, neither large nor small, would be appropriate here.
A women's coat in a royal blue tone from the new Araks collection, combined with a brown Araks cardigan, dark gray knee socks and closed-toe shoes in a chocolate shade from Araks.
A women's coat for autumn or spring in a blue-black tone with a wide belt from Jean Charles de Castelbajac, combined with high-heeled boots to match the outerwear of Jean Charles de Castelbajac.
A demi-season animal-colored leather coat from Diane von Furstenberg combined with a leopard print blouse, Diane von Furstenberg brick-tone trousers, a brown handbag and black-and-red heels from Diane von Furstenberg.
When trying on a coat, pay attention to the shoulder. It should not hang below the shoulder line. Sleeves should be no lower than the base of the first phalanx of the thumb. Cross your arms in front, and if you can't do it easily, it's not your size. The coat should not puff up either in front or behind in the form of a bubble on the back.
A white double-breasted coat for the winter, combined with a milky hat, a light gray handbag and light brown high-heeled boots.
A black women's coat for the winter combined with a black blouse, a multi-colored skirt above the knees, a beige handbag and high black boots with heels.
A mustard-colored coat that is above the knees, combined with a black handbag on a chain and classic black-beige heels.
If the model has fur trim, then you should know that a fur coat requires additional care. And most importantly, don’t chase fashion trends, choose what suits you, and then you will be irresistible!
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Length
The length of outerwear also plays an important role in creating an image.
- Short girls - knee length.
- Low and high - short models.
- Tall - long.
Textile
Many women, when buying a coat, get carried away with choosing a model, forgetting about the fabric. But in vain. The material of the product determines its heat resistance, durability, and how it will fit on the figure.
- Drape - visually elongates the silhouette.
- Down jacket - adds volume to the figure.
- Cashmere - adds volume.
- Wool – creates a cozy and soft look.
"Apple" (circle)
If the waist is larger than the shoulders and hips, then the figure is of the “apple” type: usually representatives of this type can boast of slender long legs, so when choosing a coat you need to focus on them. A single-breasted coat and a short cocoon coat will help to “stretch” your figure visually. Stylists advise avoiding coats with a belt or belt - do not once again focus attention on the waist and stomach. It is better to take a closer look at an asymmetrical coat - such a model will emphasize the figure and visually “balance” the proportions. A short, dark-colored cape coat with a fur collar, like Reese Witherspoon's, visually harmonizes the figure and distracts attention from problem areas.
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Style for an hourglass figure
A beautiful female hourglass figure will allow you to create absolutely any look in any style, from strict business office looks to light and comfortable everyday options or festive and evening ones. An important point to pay attention to is the use of accessories. Neck jewelry should not be massive or voluminous - they visually weigh down the chest area, disrupting the harmony of proportions. You should choose accessories that are neat and miniature, or balance out weighty jewelry with a voluminous bottom.
Images for an hourglass figure
When thinking through images for an hourglass figure, you should follow one important rule - harmony and balance. The peculiarity of this body type is that it is in ideal proportions, so excess artificially created volume above or below will not have the best effect. Almost any clothing for an hourglass figure is suitable, but you should pay maximum attention to the combinations:
- Business office bow
. A tight-fitting pencil skirt is ideal for him, with which a neat top will look perfect - a fitted blouse with short or long sleeves or a thin, neat sweater. Blouses with lush decorations – voluminous collars, jabots, puffy sleeves – should be avoided. - Casual style
. For an every day look, jeans are the ideal option. The popular tapered model should be worn with a neat, fitted top. In the summer, it can be tight-fitting T-shirts, blouses, shirts, in the cool season - golf, a tight-fitting sweater. - Flared hem. Bell-bottomed trousers and jeans look very stylish and feminine, but they visually weigh down the lower body. When thinking about a look, it’s worth visually balancing the silhouette with a voluminous top - a wide T-shirt or shirt, a short loose T-shirt, a blouse with puffy sleeves will do this task perfectly. In the cold season, adding a scarf will help add volume at the top.
Stars with an hourglass figure
This type of female figure is considered the most attractive and sexy, and the proof of this is that actresses with an hourglass figure are extremely successful, and some of them have been considered a sex symbol at different times. Not only the ideal silhouette is the key to their success, but, most likely, external data played an important role in this. Star and world-famous owners of an hourglass figure:
- Marilyn Monroe;
- Sophia Loren;
- Elizabeth Taylor;
- Catherine Zeta-Jones;
- Scarlett Johansson;
- Monica Bellucci;
- Charlize Theron;
- Halle Berry.
Triangle or pear
The main feature of the figure, which is called a “triangle” or “pear”, is that the volume of the chest and shoulders is smaller than the volume of the hips. Women with this figure have a long and well-defined waist, and full hips and buttocks. The triangle's weight is concentrated on the lower body. To balance the proportions, the shoulders must be optically widened and the center of gravity shifted.
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If your silhouette is triangular, then a coat with a wide and richly decorated collar is definitely the best outerwear for you. You can also opt for fashionable shoulder pads that will optically widen a too-narrow top. “Triangles” look especially good in A-shaped outerwear. In spring, a leather jacket with decorative shoulder straps will also be a good solution, which will distract from the massive bottom and “weight down” the shoulders.
Current models in 2021
Retro-style coats are at the peak of popularity. It is characterized by a fur collar, an accentuated waist and a length above the knees.
The boho coat is no less relevant. Its main feature is a strongly flared hem (what used to be called a “sun flare”) with a smooth, tight-fitting top.
Knowing how to choose a coat, you will always look feminine and elegant in winter and autumn.
Also see coat models in the style of Coco Chanel in 2021.
One comment on ““How to choose a coat - tips for buying a coat this season 2021!””
- Valentina:
01/12/2021 at 19:59
I just bought a new coat - a purple one in a classic style. I also tried on a men's style coat, which is wide at the shoulders and narrow at the hips, and because I have a pear body type, it was too wide at the shoulders and narrow at the hips. It's great to have a "complete coat buying guide" on hand! Very useful tips, especially these days when there are so many different styles and models.
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