Body Type: Apple Shape (you tend to carry weight around the midsection) 
Goal: Create contrast by using angular lines to counteract the roundness and softness.
Look for:
– Wrap tops to give the illusion of a small waist.
– Seaming on blouses and anything with a corset-style structure.
– Pleating and gathering under the bust that draws the eye vertically down the tummy.
– Deep V-necks and scoop necks.
– Straight leg rather than skinny jeans or bottoms to build a sense of proportion with your upper half.
– High-waisted pants and pants with a bit of stretch.
Avoid:
– A-lines, or anything too blousy that lacks shape.
Body Type: Pear Shape (small on top, heavier on bottom)
Goal: Achieve balance by adding volume to your upper body and minimizing your lower half.
Look for:
– Dark colored pants with a stiffer fabric or some stretch to give a slenderizing effect.
– Seams running down the front of the leg, which creates a leaner leg.
– Fluted skirts that flare out a bit toward the bottom.
– Tops that are slightly A-line and flowy.
– Low slung tunic tops and 3/4 length jackets that stop around the knee or mid-thigh.
Avoid:
– Fading or whiskering on your denim.
– Attention-grabbing pocket details on the hips or thighs.
Body Type: Hourglass (curvy around the bust and hips, with a smaller waistline)
Goal: It’s all about spotlighting your silhouette, not hiding it.
Look for:
– Simple, solid shapes that highlight your waist.
– Thick belts, pencil skirts, a little volume around the shoulder to make the waist appear even smaller.
– Wrap tops, scooped and boatneck necklines. Pants should be bootcut or flares that fit well in the thigh.
Avoid:
– Ruffles, frills, lapels, busy patterns, boxy shapes.
Body Type: Athletic/Boy Shape (straight up and down)
Goal: Use clothing to create curves where they don’t exist naturally.
Look for:
– Details at the bust such as ruffles, wraps, and rouching — these add fullness up top.
– Sleeveless tops and halters; they show off toned arms.
– High-waisted skirts; they should begin at the smallest part of your waist, just underneath the bust.
– Bootcut pants and jeans, with a lower rise for maximum curviness.
Avoid:
– Menswear-inspired styles, straight cuts, “boyfriend” jeans.
