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BOTTOMS BY BODY SHAPE
Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered why those jeans don’t flatter your legs or why that skirt just doesn’t feel right? You’re definitely not alone. Often, the issue isn’t your body. It’s the cut.
Choosing the right bottoms for your body shape can truly make a difference. As someone who’s passionate about helping women dress with confidence, I’ve created this guide to help you find trousers, skirts or shorts that enhance your silhouette naturally and with style.
👇 Select your body shape (8, A, V, X, H or O) to discover which styles suit you best.
Not sure what your body shape is? Take the body shape quiz here
🌟 Why choosing the right bottoms makes all the difference
A waistband that digs in at the hips? A skirt that cuts off your height? Jeans that seem to hide your curves rather than flatter them? These frustrations usually come down to wearing a cut that doesn’t match your shape.
👉 When you choose bottoms that suit your silhouette, you’ll:
✅ Elongate your legs visually
✅ Balance top and bottom proportions
✅ Smooth out areas you’d like to tone down
✅ Highlight your waist, hips, bum or thighs
✅ Avoid cuts that compress or widen unnecessarily
✅ Create a more harmonious, confident and stylish look
Because choosing trousers or skirts isn’t just about following trends. It’s about choosing what feels right and fits who you are.
Which bottoms suit your body shape?
Bottoms for X body shapes
If you have an X-shaped body (classic hourglass), your defined waist is your signature. High-waisted trousers and skirts are ideal to highlight it. Most cuts work well for you, as long as they follow your natural lines and maintain your proportions.
👉 See skirts for hourglass body shape (X)
👉 See pants for hourglass body shape (X)
Bottoms for H body shapes
With a rectangular silhouette, your goal is to bring in some softness and shape. Choose low-rise bottoms, playful textures or prints, and styles with details around the hips. Pleated or flared skirts are a great choice, as are slim or straight trousers that add volume where needed.
👉 See skirts for rectangle body shape (H)
👉 See pants for rectangle body shape (H)
Bottoms for O body shapes
If you carry more volume through your middle, opt for cuts that smooth without squeezing. High-rise styles in darker tones define the waist and elongate your figure. Pencil or A-line skirts work beautifully, and jeans in straight, bootcut or boyfriend styles help keep your shape balanced.
👉 See skirts for round/apple body shape (O)
👉 See pants for round/apple body shape (O)
Bottoms for V body shapes
If you have broader shoulders and a slimmer lower half, let your legs shine. Choose skirts with prints or ruffles, trousers in bright colours, or styles with interesting textures. Low-rise fits can also help balance your proportions by adding volume to the hips.
👉 See skirts for inverted triangle body shape (V)
👉 Se pants for inverted triangle body shape (V)
Bottoms for A body shapes
With wider hips, it’s all about softening and streamlining. Go for high-waisted skirts or trousers in dark shades, and look for A-line, bootcut or straight styles that create flow and structure without clinging.
👉 See skirts for pear/triangle body shape (A)
👉 See pants for pear/triangle body shape (A)
Bottoms for 8 body shapes
If your curves are fuller but well balanced, structure is key. High-rise cuts help shape your waist while supporting your figure. Choose straight or flared skirts, slim jeans or cigarette trousers to flatter your curves without adding extra bulk.
👉 See skirts for curvy hourglass body shape (8)
👉 See pants for curvy hourglass b shape (8)
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