Pear body shape – how to dress

In a pear shape, the hips and thighs are wider than the shoulders and the waist is usually well defined. Clothes work best when they visually widen the top and slim the bottom.

How to recognize this shape

• Hips are wider than shoulders
• The waist is defined and curves sit on the hips and thighs
• The upper body is smaller

What flatters

• Tops with statement sleeves, ruffles or prints
• Boat necks and off-the-shoulder tops
• A-line skirts and dresses
• Straight or wide-leg trousers
• Darker colours below, lighter above

What to avoid

• Very tight trousers in light colours
• Pockets and details on the hips
• Cropped tops that end at the widest part of the hips

Try it in MiriYou: Try on an A-line and a pencil skirt in MiriYou to see which balances your proportions better.

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