Let‘s face it: we all like to think we are different. In doing so, we’ve almost given up finding the perfect fit clothing even before we set out to shop, given our unique figures. Most of us have never bought into the ‘one size fits all’ mentality so favoured by retailers so we end up with a compromise before we’ve even begun!



Unfortunately for those of us who think we are truly ‘unique, the answer is that we all do fall into one those dreaded manufacturers categories to some degree, whether we‘re comfortable with the idea or not.

Whatever type of clothes you’re looking for, take advice or take five minutes to review your shape in the mirror and decide for yourself exactly what body shape you are. Once that honest decision has been made, go ahead with confidence and select clothes for your body type.

The most commonly seen body shapes are:

Boyish Figure:

As the name indicates, this figure is more straight up and down without a major difference between the waist and the hips.

The Apple:

This body type is commonly associated with people who carry extra weight around their midriff, thus giving them the round midsection or "apple" type shape.

Pear:

People with this body type are typically people who gain their weight specifically on their hips, rear, and thighs. This gives them an overall appearance of a pear.

The Hour Glass:

The curvy figure is often the most challenging to fit for clothing since it is represented by shapely hips, a full bust and a narrow waist. The classic "hourglass" figure.

Other common body shapes are: The vase, the Goblet, the Cello, the bell and the skittle.

Once you’ve determined your body type, you can set off on your search with a greater degree of confidence. Choose your clothes with care. If you have an hour glass figure, purchase clothing that fits your curves and offers the correct bust support for a good profile. If you are pear shaped, you may wish to find clothes that minimize your hips and rear. Trousers and skirts that are dark in colour, paired with lighter coloured shirts are often a good combination.

Go for clothes that boost your confidence, and make you feel good about your body, no matter what your shape.

Remember: Online shopping has exploded your choice of accessible sizes, prices, brands and styles. Your choice is no longer limited to your local high street; there is an ever changing choice online, every hour of every day.

Happy Shopping