Flatter Your Body Shape With Lingerie

Finding the right lingerie for your body shape can be challenging! It’s all about knowing your body type and showcasing your best features. You can choose styles, shapes, and fabrics that accentuate what you love about your figure. Knowing what works for your body type makes shopping easier, and will make you feel confident in your new lingerie.

Steps

Flattering an Apple-Shaped Figure with Lingerie

  1. Wear lingerie that elongates your body. If your body is apple-shaped, your waistline are bust are your widest measurements. Apple-shaped figures tend to have thinner hips, arms, and legs. Choosing lingerie that lengthens the line of your body will flatter your figure.[1]
  2. Try a bodysuit. If you’re looking to elongate the line of your apple-shaped body, a bodysuit with a deep V-neck is a great choice. Instead of a traditional bra and panty set, go for a one-piece alternative that will still tastefully show off some skin. Women who are busty should opt for body suits that have side boning or underwire for added support.[1]
  3. Wear a halter bra with high waist panties. A halter cut bra will slightly lift your breasts. This can make your waist appear smaller. Pair the halter bra with high waist, retro panties to create a feminine look that provides extra coverage for your midsection.[2]
  4. Consider a baby doll negligee. If you are feeling shy about your midsection, a baby doll negligee is a playful choice. The negligee will provide you with the midsection coverage you desire, while still giving you a fun, feminine look.[2]

Flattering a Pear-Shaped Figure with Lingerie

  1. Wear lingerie that accentuates your upper body. With a pear-shaped figure, your shoulders and upper body are narrower, while your hips and thighs are more voluptuous. Flattering lingerie will draw attention to your upper body. Choose pieces that highlight your clavicle, shoulders, and arms.[1]
  2. Try ruffles or a padded bra on top. You can balance out your smaller upper body by wearing lingerie with ruffles on the top. A padded bra will also do the trick. Both pieces balance out the proportions of a pear-shaped figure. Pair these pieces with high cut, low-waisted bottoms for a slimming effect on your bottom half.[2]
  3. Pair a bandeau with a brief or high-waisted bottom. A bandeau cutting straight across the torso will make create the illusion of width, and a brief or high-waisted bottom will complement your curves. Both pieces are relatively inexpensive and come in a variety of fabric and colors. Try a sexy all-nude look, or go for some revealing black lace.[1]
  4. Consider a sexy chiffon gown. If you want to downplay your hips and thighs while drawing the eyes to your narrow upper body, try a flowing gown. Go for a piece that shows a lot of skin on top. Consider lace, tiny straps, or no straps at all.[3]

Flattering an Hourglass Figure with Lingerie

  1. Go for pieces that accentuate your waist. If you have an hourglass figure, your chest and hips are similarly proportioned. Your narrowest measurement is your waistline. When choosing lingerie, take advantage of your shape by choosing pieces that draw attention to your waistline.[1]
  2. Try a suspender belt. A great way to emphasize your waistline is with a suspender belt. Try pairing a suspender belt with a brief or bikini-style bottom. You can also buy matching sets that include a bra, panty, and belt. Or you can mix and match![4]
  3. Pair a simple bra with a high leg panty. Staying simple will draw attention to, and complement your curves and proportions. Try wearing a lace bra with a matching thong. This will highlight your balanced assets and draw attention to curves.[5]
  4. Consider a corset. Lingerie that cinches the waist is flattering for those with an hourglass body shape. Try a traditional lace-up corset for a bit of romantic flair. You can also take it up a notch with a bustier, which will also accentuate your waistline and add some pushup on top.[6]

Flattering a Rectangular Figure with Lingerie

  1. Wear lingerie that creates curves. If you have a rectangular figure, you are likely slim with some modest curves. Choose lingerie that helps create more dramatic curves. You can pick pieces that accentuate your top half, your bottom, or both.[7]
  2. Create curves with ruffles. Lingerie with ruffles can build upon your modest curves, making your figure curvier in the process. Try a pair of ruffled boy shorts to add more shapeliness to your hips. If you want to appear more voluptuous on top, go for a ruffled bralette.
  3. Try a push-up top. To create more curves on the upper half of your body, go for a push-up top. You can pair a push-up bra with ruffled panties for a well-balanced look. You can also try a bodysuit or bustier that provides pushup and padding.
  4. Pair a crop top with briefs or boy-shorts. A crop top is a great piece of lingerie if you are looking to elongate your chest. You can pair a crop top with briefs or boy shorts to balance out the look. Add a suspender belt for a little extra allure.[4]

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