🏆 Fashion Industry Standard

Body Shape Calculator 2025

Discover your body shape instantly with our fashion industry-standard calculator. Learn if you're an Hourglass, Pear, Apple, or Rectangle and get personalized style recommendations for your perfect fit.

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Discover Your Body Shape

Enter your body measurements to determine your body shape and get personalized fashion recommendations

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📏 Measure around chest over fullest part of breasts while wearing a properly fitted bra
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📏 Measure the smallest circumference around natural waist, just above belly button
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📏 Measure around upper hip, about 7 inches (18 cm) below natural waist
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📏 Measure the largest circumference around hips over fullest part of buttocks

📐 Measurement Tips

  • Stand straight with arms to the side
  • Keep tape snug but not tight
  • Don't compress the body while measuring
  • Measure in underwear for accuracy

Your Body Shape

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Body Shape Classification
Enter your measurements to discover your body shape

Body Shape Categories

Shape Description Key Features
Hourglass Balanced bust & hips Defined waist
Pear/Triangle Hips larger than bust Narrow shoulders
Apple/Inverted Triangle Bust larger than hips Broad shoulders
Rectangle/Straight Similar bust & hip Less defined waist

⚠️ Important Notice

This body shape calculator is for fashion and style purposes. While WHR provides health insights, body shape results are not medical indicators. All body shapes are beautiful and healthy. Consult healthcare professionals for medical assessments.

Understanding Female Body Shapes

Comprehensive guide to female body shapes, fashion styling tips, and how to dress for your unique figure with confidence and style.

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Hourglass Shape

Characterized by balanced bust and hip measurements with a well-defined waist. This classic feminine silhouette is often considered the "ideal" in fashion. Emphasize your waist with fitted styles and belts.

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Pear/Triangle Shape

Hip measurements are greater than bust measurements, creating a triangle silhouette. This is the most common body shape among women. Focus on balancing proportions by emphasizing your upper body.

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Apple/Inverted Triangle

Broader shoulders and bust than hips, often with less waist definition. This athletic build looks great in flowing styles that skim the body and create a balanced silhouette from top to bottom.

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Rectangle/Straight

Waist measurements are less than 9 inches smaller than bust or hip measurements. This streamlined silhouette benefits from styles that create curves and add definition to the waistline.

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Body Shape Statistics

Research shows 46% of women are rectangle-shaped, 20% are pear-shaped, 14% are apple-shaped, and only 8% are hourglass-shaped. Remember, all shapes are beautiful and normal variations of the female form.

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Waist-Hip Ratio Health

WHR is a better health indicator than body shape alone. Women with WHR above 0.85 may have higher health risks. However, focus on overall health rather than just measurements for optimal wellbeing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about body shapes, measurements, and how to use this knowledge for better fashion choices and confidence.

How do I measure myself accurately?

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Stand straight with arms at your side, use a flexible measuring tape that's snug but not tight. Measure bust over the fullest part while wearing a fitted bra, waist at the narrowest point, high hip 7 inches below waist, and hips at the fullest part of your buttocks.

Can my body shape change over time?

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Yes, body shape can change due to weight fluctuations, pregnancy, aging, hormones, and exercise. Your bone structure remains the same, but the distribution of muscle and fat can alter your proportions and potentially change your shape category.

What if I don't fit perfectly into any category?

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Many women have combination shapes or fall between categories. Use the closest match as a starting point for fashion choices, but remember that style rules are guidelines, not laws. Wear what makes you feel confident and comfortable.

Is there an "ideal" body shape?

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No body shape is superior to another. While the hourglass is often portrayed as "ideal" in fashion, all body shapes are beautiful and normal. The goal is to dress in a way that makes YOU feel confident and comfortable in your own skin.

What does my waist-hip ratio mean for my health?

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WHR is a health indicator - women with ratios above 0.85 may have higher health risks. However, it's just one factor among many. Maintain overall health through balanced nutrition, regular exercise, and consulting healthcare professionals for comprehensive assessments.

Should I dress differently based on my body shape?

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Understanding your body shape can help you choose flattering styles, but personal preference matters most. Use shape-based recommendations as starting points, then experiment to find what makes you feel most confident and expresses your personal style.