How to Dress An Apple Body Shape?

Building a functional wardrobe that compliments your body shape is one of the best things you can do for your well-being. Not only because it can make your life so much easier and the shopping experience more rewarding, but because when all your clothes fit perfectly, you'll find a boost of self-confidence and determination to successfully handle everything life throws your way. It's always nice to smile when you see yourself in the mirror, isn't it?

We believe that clothes deserve a lot more credit than many are willing to give them, especially when chosen to highlight our physical qualities. If you are an apple-shaped woman, welcome! This article is for you. We will help you find the best clothes for your figure and open the path towards a flattering style and functional capsule wardrobe.

How do you know if you're an apple body type?

An apple-shaped woman usually has a larger midsection and a fuller bust. While the hips are slender, the natural waist tends to be less defined. Curves are not a necessary characteristic of an apple-shaped body, so you can be thin yet still boast an apple body type. Just take a look at celebrities like Catherine Zeta-Jones, Drew Barrymore, Jennifer Hudson, and Elizabeth Hurley. They are apple-shaped women who walk proudly on the red carpet flaunting their superb silhouette. Here are some of the most common characteristics of an apple shape:

• fuller midsection
• average to larger bust
• wider shoulder line
• undefined waist
• narrow hips
• flattish bottom
• slender legs

Women with an apple body type tend to love their hips and legs but are a bit self-conscious when it comes to their tummy area, which is often more rounded than they would like it to be. Weight gain is usually focused on the stomach area, but an apple body type will always be an apple body type, even if it is extremely thin.

Remember that your body shape is not something you can change even if you follow a strict diet and exercise every day. Embrace your body as it is and try to use our style tips to build a wardrobe that resonates with your figure and personality.

Listen to what your secondary body shape has to say

Whenever we are helping our clients build their go-to wardrobe, we focus on their main body type, but we also look for signs of a secondary body shape. Secondary body types have a lot to say when it comes to the overall aspect of a person.

For example, you may be an apple-shaped woman, but if you notice that your hips are slightly broader than your shoulders, you also have the characteristics of a pear shape. If your shoulders are slightly broader than your hips, then you may be the proud owner of an inverted triangle secondary body shape.

Women who notice that weight loss is usually focused around their tummy and reveals a well-defined waist can happily claim their body has some characteristics of the hourglass shape. However, if your bust measurements are similar to your hip measurements, your apple body shape shows signs of a rectangle body type too.

Style tips for women with an apple body shape

Now that you have all the necessary information about your body shape, you can make the right choices for a functional and satisfying wardrobe. Women with an apple shape body should focus on separating the top half of their body from the bottom. Their issue is usually with their overall rounder appearance, and creating a visual separation between the lower and upper body can break the "roundness" and add curves and a more defined waist.

Balance is your north star when looking for clothes for your apple shape. This can be easily achieved if you focus on defining the waist and drawing attention to your physical qualities.

Define your waist

• stay away from unnecessary embellishments and details around the waist area
• wear darker colors around your midsection
• buy high-quality push-up bras to lift your chest
• invest in clothes that split at the waist
• don't use light colors and horizontal lines for your waist
• choose clothes that add curves to the lower body

Keep all eyes on your physical assets

• opt for clothes that follow a straight line to add balance to your figure
• choose soft fabrics to avoid bulked fabric around the bust, waist, and belly
• invest in structured garments to camouflage the more rounded areas
• use details for your bustline and below the hipline and keep the midsection simple
• your figure should be fitted under the bust and below your arms
• draw the attention to the lower body with bright colors
• don't be afraid to show off your slim legs

What to wear if you have an apple body shape?

Women with an apple body type usually complain about their rounded stomach area. According to Science Daily, apple-shaped women tend to gain weight around the torso. However, with the right type of clothes and attitude, no one will ever notice their so-called "flaws" because they will focus on their slender hips and legs, great fashion sense, and amazing personality. Here's what you should have in your closet:

Tops

Tops may be the biggest challenge for an apple-shaped body due to the wider midsection. However, tops can also be an invaluable weapon in the fashion arsenal when chosen to create the illusion of a narrower waist. Choose tops that make people believe your waistline is at the bottom part of your ribs and draw attention from your lower stomach. Cinched tops and tight tops are a great idea, and even bodysuits will do just fine when paired with high-waisted jeans. An apple-shaped body tends to have a fuller bust and shorter neck, so you can count on open necklines, like v necks or scoop necks, to elongate your neck and show a little skin. Stay away from sleeves that add volume, but invest in tops with a horizontal seam above the bust line. Just take our word on this!

Jeans and Pants

This might not be exactly what a woman would like to hear, but if you have an apple shape body, it is best to find pants that add volume to your lower body. Skinny pants go hand-in-hand with your slim legs, but they accentuate the imbalance between your top and bottom, so they should be chosen with utmost care. For a safe choice, go with mid-rise pants with wide, flat waistbands. Wide-leg flared pants will always look flattering on an apple-shaped body, as will side-fastening trousers. Always opt for flat-fronted pants that add nothing to your tummy. High-waisted pants will not do your body enough justice because they will draw attention to your wider midsection.

Dresses

When shopping for dresses, always look for styles that skim over the tummy area and don't cling to your body. Flowy dresses will do wonders for your body shape and wrap dresses will visually lift the bust and add structure to your midsection. You can have fun with empire style dresses and even A-line dresses that add balance and take attention away from your midsection. Belts are always a great idea to create a more defined waist, while for broader shoulders, you can choose dresses with a hemline that flares outwards. All-in-all, you can never go wrong with dresses that accentuate the waist.

Skirts

Things may get a bit more complicated with skirts, but if you keep them simple and flared, you will be just fine. As a rule, skirts for the apple body shape should camouflage the midsection and end just right above the knee or at the calf. You can have fun with bubble skirts, patterns, and light colors, and draw all eyes on you in a tailored pencil skirt. Yes, straight skirts are tight, but they elongate your slender legs while smoothing your tummy. Ruffled skirts, on the other side, would just add volume to the stomach area.

Jackets and Coats

You should be looking for jackets and coats that follow structured lines and fabrics and fit well on the shoulders. While jackets should be longer and cover your midsection, they should stop at the hipbone to add balance to your silhouette. Coats should be longer than hip-length. If the weather allows it, wear your jacket open to create a flattering effect. Avoid belted and double-breasted jackets and coats. In general, avoid jackets and coats with too many details to keep your frame balanced and avoid cluttering the midsection.

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