HOW TO DRESS FOR INVERTED TRIANGLE SHAPE

Hi Fashionistas!

Trust you've been staying trendy.

Welcome to another episode of how to dress for your body shape. In today's episode, we'll be looking at how to dress the inverted triangle body shape.
The inverted triangle body shape is characterized by broad shoulders, fuller bust, a narrower waist and hips. The goal when dressing this shape is to soften your upper body while adding volume to your lower half. 



Key Styling Goals

  • Minimize the width of the shoulders 
  • Define the waistline 
  • Add volume and curves to the hips and lower body
  • Create a balanced, proportionate look.
Here is a guide to flatter your silhouette and enhance your appearance.

1. Tops: Soften the Shoulders

Since the shoulders are the widest part of the body, it's important to wear tops that minimize width and create a vertical or elongating effect.

  • V-Neck and Scoop Neck Tops: These elongate the neck and breakup the broadness of the shoulders.
  • Wrap Tops and Peplum Styles: These define the waist and create curves around the hips.
  • Raglan and Dolman Sleeves: These soften the shoulders instead of emphasizing them
  • Narrow Shoulder Straps: If you're wearing sleeveless tops, choose narrow straps to avoid widening the upper body.


Avoid:

Boat-necks, off-the-shoulder tops, large shoulder pads, and heavily embellished tops as they draw attention to the broadness of the shoulders.


2. Bottoms: Add Volume To The Lower Body

Since the lower body is narrower, focus on styles that add volume and balance the silhouette.

Best Choices

  • Wide-leg pants and flared trousers: They create the illusion of curvier hips.
  • A-line skirts: These add volume to the lower body while creating a feminine shape.
  • Pleated and ruffled skirts: They create movement and dimension, balancing the upper half.
  • Cargo pants and paper bag waist trousers: They add width and definition to the lower half.
                                                   

Avoid

  • Skinny jeans and tight pencil skirts, which make the lower body appear even smaller in comparison to the upper body.

3. Dresses: Define the Waist and Balance Proportions

Wear dresses that cinch the waist and flow out at the bottom to create a more proportional shape.

Best choices:

  • Fit and Flare dresses: Highlight the waist and create curves in the hips.
  • Wrap dresses: Enhance the waist and adds shape to the lower body.
  • Empire waist dresses: Flows over the lower half, drawing attention away from the upper body.
  • A-line dresses: Skim over the hips and balances the figure.


Avoid

  • Straight-cut or bodycon dresses that emphasize the upper body without defining the waist.

4. Jackets and Coats: Keep it Structured but Soft

Best choices:

  • Single-breasted blazers: Keep the focus on the waist without widening the shoulders.
  • A-line coats: Adds movement and volume to the lower body. 
  • Trench coats with belts: Defines the waist and creates a more proportional shape.

Avoid:

  • Double-breasted jackets and boxy blazers, which add bulk to the upper body.
  • Shoulder embellishments, epaulettes, or stiff shoulder pads.

5. Accessories: Draw the Eye Downward

Accessories can help shift the attention from the shoulders and towards the waist and lower body.

Best choices:

  • Long necklaces and pendants:
  • Statement belts:
  • Bright or bold shoes and bags:

Avoid:

  • Chunky necklaces that add bulk to the upper body
  • Shoulder embellishments or heavy epaulets that emphasize broad shoulders.

6. Fabrics and Patterns: Create Balance with Texture and Prints

Best choices:

  • Dark, solid colours for tops and lighter or printed bottoms to shift focus downward.
  • Soft, draping fabrics for tops to reduce sharp angles.
  • Bold patterns and horizontal stripes on skirts/pants to add volume to the lower body.
Avoid:

  • Stiff, structured fabrics on the upper body
  • Large, bold patterns on tops that emphasize the shoulders.
Dressing for an inverted triangle body is all about creating balance and proportion. By softening the shoulders, defining the waist, and adding volume to the lower body, you can achieve a harmonious and flattering look. So, embrace your unique features and dress with confidence!

Would you like personalized outfit recommendations? Let me know in the comments section.
Till I come your way next time, keep staying trendy.

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