Dressing for your Body Shape- The Hourglass

This is the fifth and final instalment in the dress your body type series. If you’re unsure of your type, read through the first paragraph of each post and go with the description that fits you best. You’re an hourglass if your hips are the same width as your shoulders and you have a defined waist. You are generally curvy all over with generous thighs as well as a fuller hip and bust. Your weight tends to be distributed fairly evenly between your upper and lower body. Contrary to popular belief, many hourglasses can have difficulty finding clothes that fit well. As a coping mechanism, many wind up wearing loose fitting or boxy garments that hide their curves and end up looking heavier than they truly are. Celebrity hourglasses include Halle Berry, Salma Hayek, Scarlett Johansson, and Christina Hendricks Tops:

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