Finding trousers to both fit and suit your body shape is
no easy task. The perfect pair is like the golden goose of fashion and, once
you find them, you'll wonder how you ever lived without them. Knowing which
style suits your body type the best is a good starting place to finding the
right look for you, whatever the occasion. A flattering pair can knock off,
instead of adding, unwanted inches.
Pear Shaped
One of the most common body shapes in this country, pear
shaped women have a large bottom half than top half. If you're a pear then
you've probably spent many a moment bemoaning the fact that your trousers make
your bottom or hips look big. It's also common to struggle to find trousers
that are small enough round the waist but big enough round the bottom. Balance
is the key to maximising a pear shaped figure. By broadening your shoulder area
and drawing attention to your top half you can minimise any issues with your
bottom half.
The bootleg style of trouser is great for a pear shape
because the slight kick out at the ankle also balances with the hips to create
an in and out effect that is way more flattering than just having width around
the hips. The Bonmarché Stretch Bootleg Trousers are an ideal stalwart for your
wardrobe - nobody can have too many black trousers, particularly if you're
working in an office environment. They go with everything and are effortlessly
figure-friendly. If it's something summery you're looking for then stick with
the idea of balance to choose. If you fancy something like the Bonmarché Linen
Blend Cropped Trousers for a relaxed day out then try to balance out the width
of your trousers by choosing a top with a slightly broader shoulder. Also
choose chunkier sandals to go with them as a tiny, dainty pair will just make
your bottom area look bigger.
Apple Shaped
Apple shaped women tend to have a big mid-section with no
obvious waistline. They do however tend to have great legs so the art here is
to make them most of these while disguising a bigger middle.
Show off slender legs with Bonmarché's Button Hem Detail Leggings or the on trend, Stretch Cotton Capri Trousers. Choose trousers with stretch as
these will be more forgiving on your waist without having to compromise on fit
on the legs. Tunic tops are a great way to disguise a wider waistline and these
come down nicely to skim just over the hips. Alternatively, look out for empire
line tops as these nip in at your narrowest bit and then gently flare over your
tummy area.
Inverted Triangle
(Strawberry) Shaped
Women with an inverted triangle shape figure tend to have
broad shoulders, perhaps top heavy and slim hips and bottom half. When it comes
to trousers they are some of the few who can get away with wide trousers and
still flatter their figure.
Wide legged trousers are a tough look to carry off for
many of us but women with an inverted triangle shape body are in luck. These
wide trousers, such as the David Emanuel Crepe Wide Leg Trousers from
Bonmarché, balance out with broader shoulders really well to create a nice
hourglass silhouette. Unless you're supermodel tall, opt for a pair of slight
heels for the most figure friendly look.
Athletic Shape
Women with a sporty shape tend to have few obvious ins
and outs to their silhouette. They'll certainly find trouser shopping a little
easier than a lot of us though. The Bonmarché Chino Trousers are a smart
everyday look that can work for work or play but try nipping them in with a
pretty belt to create more of an illusion of an obvious waist. You too can opt
for wide legs, as these create a shapelier bottom half. Don't neglect your top
half though, choosing something like a ruffled blouse will bring focus here too
and create an all over elegant statement.
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