HOW TO DRESS AN INVERTED TRIANGLE BODY SHAPE

March 03, 2016

HOW TO DRESS AN INVERTED TRIANGLE BODY SHAPE

INVERTED TRIANGLE: Triangle is quite desirable as many clothes will look good on you.

Here are characteristics typical of an Inverted Triangle body type:

Shoulders are wider than the hip
You may have strong-looking shoulders
Your body figure may project a sporty and athletic physique
Your hips look straight given your shoulders being broad
You may have flat bottom and slim legs

Check you body type here

Dress for An Inverted Triangles

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Upper body

Create vertical lines with vertical stripes
Open necklines and collars, like halter necks, v-necks and scoop necks
Wear soft feminine textures to soften the shoulder line
Avoid extra width and wear single breasted tailored jackets
Wear jackets open to create a vertical line
Wear jackets that are well structured at the shoulder
Look for tops that will accentuate the waist, like tops with banding or nipping at the waist or wrap style tops
Wear tops that accentuate a vertical line, so go for V-necks and keep your shirts unbuttoned
Also find tops that balance the bust with your hips (if you have a large bust)
Wear tops just below the hip bone
Wear a darker color on top
Wear strapless gowns and tops
Use belts to define your waist even more

Lower body

Create more width and overall balance below with A-line or full skirts.
Use bold textures to create more bulk
Horizontal stripes will make the lower body wider
Fuller leg width in trousers, full or bootleg pants. Culottes will work for you too
If trousers don’t fit your waist or bum, get them altered at the tailor
Have pockets or embellishments on your trousers or skirts.
Wear bold and eye catching shoes