Rectangle body shape – how to dress

The rectangle is a straight shape: shoulders, waist and hips are about the same width. Clothes can add curves or highlight a sporty, slender look.

How to recognize this shape

• Shoulders, waist and hips are a similar width
• The waist is barely defined
• The figure is usually slim and balanced

What flatters

• Belts and dresses that tie at the waist
• Peplums and ruffles that add curves
• Flared and pleated skirts
• Layers – vests, overshirts, cardigans
• Pleated and wide-leg trousers

What to avoid

• Very straight, boxy cuts with no waist detail
• Plain, tight tube dresses
• Cuts that only emphasise the vertical line

Try it in MiriYou: Try on the same dress with and without a belt in MiriYou – the waist effect shows right away.

Other body types