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CURVY HOURGLASS BODY SHAPE: What clothes should you wear
Do you have a curvy hourglass figure? Balanced shoulders and hips, a defined waist, soft curves… This is one of the most feminine and elegant body shapes. But knowing how to choose the right clothes is key to bringing out its full potential.
Pick any piece from your wardrobe, and I’ll help you make the best choices to flatter your figure. I’ve created this guide to help you build outfits that truly highlight your natural beauty.
👇 Discover how to dress according to your curvy hourglass body shape, with tailored advice for each category: trousers, skirts, tops, dresses, coats, lingerie, swimwear, accessories. Every item plays a role in defining your silhouette.
Still not sure what your body shape is? Take the body shape quiz now and find out.
Understanding the curvy hourglass shape and what clothes to wear
The curvy hourglass figure is often compared to the classic X shape, known for its natural symmetry between the upper and lower body, plus a clearly defined waist. But unlike the slim hourglass, the curvy hourglass has fuller bust and hips, which add softness and volume to your silhouette.
The result? A feminine, graceful, and undeniably enviable look.
If your shoulders and hips are aligned, your waist is narrow, and your curves are noticeable, chances are you’re a curvy hourglass. You share the same body shape as icons like Marilyn Monroe, Monica Bellucci or Kim Kardashian. Not bad company, right?
👗 Style tips for dressing a curvy hourglass body shape
Dressing for a curvy hourglass is all about enhancing what you already have. Your best friends? Fitted and semi-fitted pieces that define your waist and highlight your shape without constraining it.
Every item matters. That’s why I’ve put together carefully selected advice for each garment: bottoms, tops, dresses, jackets, lingerie and more. I’ll help you choose the right cuts, fabrics and details to make your wardrobe work for your shape.
And if there are areas you’d like to balance out, no worries. It’s not about hiding, it’s about enhancing what makes you feel good, with elegance and confidence.
My personal tip? Let your clothes reflect your silhouette, not reshape it.
What if you’re not a curvy hourglass?
Still unsure if this is your body shape? Not every woman falls neatly into one category. It’s perfectly normal to have doubts or feel like you belong to more than one type.
But understanding your silhouette makes choosing clothes so much easier. Well-fitted garments bring out your natural lines and make you feel instantly more confident. Shopping becomes smoother, and you start to enjoy building a wardrobe that actually suits you.
Ignoring your body shape can lead to frustration and a pile of clothes that never feel quite right. And that’s exactly what we want to avoid.
Fashion is great. But dressing in harmony with your figure? That’s where the real magic happens. That’s why I’m here to help you decode your shape and build looks that truly represent you.
👉 Ready to find your perfect silhouette? Take the body shape test here and start dressing with confidence and clarity.
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