Getting to Know Your Physique: Which Body Type do You Belong?

Ever wonder why some clothes perfectly fit on others and some don’t? The reason for this is your physique. Clothes especially dresses are specifically designed according to different body figures. Hence, in order to opt for the perfect attire, one should only choose items that will match your body. But, how would you know your exact body type? If you want answers to this question, you have to read this article about the 4 body types.

Hourglass body

Among the 4 body types, an hourglass figure is typically considered as the ideal figure for women. Basically, this body type resembles an hourglass. To illustrate further, if you have this shape, your bust and hips will almost have the same measurements. You will also have a narrow waistline. The great thing about having this body type is that almost all clothing styles will perfectly fit you. In addition to that, when you hypothetically get fat, it would be evenly dispersed. Hence, there will be no visible bulging and your curves will still be noticeable.

Banana or straight body

From the list of 4 body types, most models but not specifically all belong to the straight body. Technically speaking, having a straight body doesn’t mean you don’t have curves. You do, but hourglass body type has more dominant curves. Typically, people with this physique has a small to medium frame and low muscle mass. If ever you gain some weight, fats are typically distributed in your abdominal and buttocks region. Nonetheless, most people under this body type are not prone to overweight issues.

Pear or spoon shape body

The third in the 4 body types is the pear shape. If you can picture a pear fruit, you will notice that it has a broad bottom part. Hence, people under this body type has a broader hips. Both your bust and waistline are narrow with unequal measurements. Hence, when you gain weight, fats would typically be saturated in the hip region. However, the good news is that you will have gorgeous looking arms and neckline. Plus, in most cultures they consider women with this body type sexy and alluring. 

Apple or triangle shape body

Last in the list of 4 body types is the apple or triangle shape. In contrast to the pear-shaped body, people under this body type has narrow hips. Both your bust and waist would have equal measurements which are slightly broader than your hips. Hence, if you have this body type you’ll have dominant shoulders with a strong upper torso region. Does this sound very unfeminine? Well, don’t worry. Men are most likely to have this body type. Women will mostly have an hourglass or a pear shape physique. With that, you can now assess yourself and find out which body type you have. Once you figure that out, finding the right clothing styles that would perfectly fit you will be much easier.