The easiest way is to compare your shoulders, waist, and hips. Take our free visual quiz (no measuring needed) or use the measurement calculator above by entering your bust, waist, and hip measurements. Both give you your body shape and style recommendations instantly.

A body shape calculator takes your bust, waist, and hip measurements and uses standard fashion industry formulas to identify your shape — hourglass, pear, apple, rectangle, or inverted triangle. Our calculator above works in inches or centimeters and gives you your result instantly with no email required.

Hourglass (equal bust and hips with a defined waist), Pear or Triangle (hips wider than shoulders), Apple or Round (fullness in the midsection), Rectangle or Athletic (similar width shoulder to hip with little waist definition), and Inverted Triangle (shoulders or bust wider than hips).

In fashion styling, body type and body shape mean the same thing — both describe the visual relationship between your shoulders, waist, and hips. Our body shape quiz and body type calculator both identify your silhouette using your proportions and give you targeted style recommendations.

You need three measurements: bust (fullest part of chest), natural waist (narrowest point, about 1 inch above navel), and hips (fullest part of seat). Enter these into the body shape calculator above for an instant result. Shoulder width is optional but helpful for identifying the inverted triangle shape.

Yes — our visual quiz asks 6 questions about your proportions with no tape measure needed. It's great if you prefer going by feel. Both tools give you your shape and personalized style recommendations — use whichever works best for you.

Bust, natural waist, and hips — measured snugly (not tight) with a soft tape measure. Bust = fullest part of chest. Waist = narrowest point, about 1 inch above navel. Hips = fullest part of seat. Shoulders are optional but helpful for the inverted triangle shape.

Yes — body shape can shift with weight changes, hormonal changes, aging, pregnancy, or exercise. That's completely normal. Retake the measurement calculator any time your measurements change for an updated result.

A-line skirts, bootcut and wide-leg jeans, off-shoulder tops, statement necklines, structured blazers, and peplum tops. Wear bold colors or prints on top and darker washes on the bottom to balance your proportions. See the full Pear Shape Guide →

V-necks to elongate the torso, A-line and wrap dresses that flow away from the midsection, empire waist styles, and monochromatic outfits for a streamlined effect. Structured, woven fabrics skim better than clingy jersey. See the full Apple Shape Guide → and Dress for Your Figure hub →

Peplum tops, wrap dresses, belted styles, ruffles at the hips, wide-leg trousers, and A-line skirts — all create the illusion of a defined waist and curves. A statement belt cinched over any outfit is your single most powerful tool. See the Rectangle Shape Guide →

Wide-leg trousers, A-line and full skirts, pleated bottoms, and prints on the lower half add visual width below. On top, choose V-necks and scoop necks; avoid boat necks and halter tops. See the Inverted Triangle Guide →

Wrap dresses, fitted silhouettes, high-waisted bottoms with tucked tops, and belted coats. The biggest mistake hourglass shapes make is hiding in boxy clothing — your balanced proportions look best when shown, not covered up. See the Hourglass Guide →

The measurement calculator uses standard fashion industry formulas based on bust-to-hip ratios and waist measurements. The visual quiz uses the same indicators professional stylists use — shoulder vs. hip proportion, waist definition, and where you carry weight. Both are strong starting points; use the results as a guide since every body is unique.