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Measure your bust, waist and hips, and your high hip if you can, in inches or centimeters.
Free Body Shape Calculator
What Is My Body Shape?
Enter your bust, waist and hip measurements and find out if you are an hourglass, pear, inverted triangle, rectangle, apple or spoon, with your waist-to-hip ratio and outfit ideas that flatter your shape.
- 6 Body Shapes
- Cm Or Inches
- Nothing Is Saved
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How It Works
How The Body Shape Calculator Works
It takes less than a minute and all you need is a soft tape measure.
We Compare The Numbers
The calculator compares your bust, waist and hips and works out your waist-to-hip ratio.
Get Your Shape And Style
See your body shape, your silhouette and the tops, bottoms and dresses that flatter you.
Body Shapes
The 6 Body Shapes Explained
Every body shape is beautiful. Knowing yours simply makes shopping and styling easier. Tap a card for outfit ideas.
Hourglass
Bust and hips are about the same width with a clearly smaller, defined waist.
- Balanced bust and hips
- Defined waist
- Curvy
Outfit Ideas
- TopsWrap tops, fitted knits and V-necks that follow your waist.
- BottomsHigh-waisted jeans, pencil skirts and straight or bootcut trousers.
- DressesWrap, bodycon and belted dresses that show your waist.
- AvoidBoxy, shapeless pieces that hide your waist.
Pear
Hips are wider than your bust and shoulders, with a defined waist. Also called triangle or A-shape.
- Hips wider than bust
- Narrower shoulders
- Defined waist
Outfit Ideas
- TopsBoat necks, puff sleeves, bright colors and details that add width up top.
- BottomsA-line skirts, wide-leg and bootcut trousers in darker shades.
- DressesFit-and-flare and A-line dresses with interest at the neckline.
- AvoidSkinny bottoms with plain, clingy tops, and heavy detail at the hips.
Inverted Triangle
Shoulders and bust are wider than your hips, giving a strong, athletic upper body.
- Broad shoulders
- Narrower hips
- Athletic
Outfit Ideas
- TopsV-necks, scoop necks, raglan sleeves and simple, darker tops.
- BottomsWide-leg trousers, A-line and pleated skirts, prints and lighter colors.
- DressesFit-and-flare and dresses with full skirts to add volume below.
- AvoidShoulder pads, boat necks and heavy detail on the shoulders.
Rectangle
Bust, waist and hips are similar widths, with a straight, balanced frame.
- Even proportions
- Little waist definition
- Straight frame
Outfit Ideas
- TopsPeplum tops, wrap tops, ruffles and belted layers that create a waist.
- BottomsHigh-waisted, paper-bag and flared styles, skirts with volume.
- DressesBelted, wrap and fit-and-flare dresses, or sleek shift dresses.
- AvoidVery boxy, straight styles from top to bottom with no shape.
Apple
The midsection is the fullest part, with a waist close to or wider than bust and hips, often with slimmer legs.
- Fuller midsection
- Less defined waist
- Slimmer legs
Outfit Ideas
- TopsV-necks, empire waists and flowy tunics that skim the middle.
- BottomsStraight-leg and bootcut trousers that show off your legs.
- DressesEmpire-line, A-line and wrap dresses with soft drape.
- AvoidTight belts at the natural waist and clingy fabrics around the middle.
Spoon
Hips are much wider than your bust, with a defined waist and a rounded, shelf-like hip line.
- Hips much wider
- High hip curve
- Defined waist
Outfit Ideas
- TopsDetailed necklines, structured shoulders and brighter colors on top.
- BottomsMid-rise, bootcut and wide-leg trousers, A-line skirts.
- DressesA-line and fit-and-flare dresses with a defined waist.
- AvoidPockets, pleats or embellishment right on the hips.
Body Shape Chart
How Each Shape Is Worked Out
The rules the calculator uses, based on common fashion sizing research.
| Body Shape | Bust Vs Hips | Waist |
|---|---|---|
| Hourglass | Within about 1 in (2.5 cm) of each other | 9 in (23 cm) or more smaller than bust or hips |
| Top / Bottom Hourglass | Bust or hips a little larger | Clearly defined |
| Pear | Hips 3.6 in (9 cm) or more larger | Less than 9 in smaller than hips |
| Spoon | Hips 2 in (5 cm) or more larger | Defined, with a high, full hip |
| Inverted Triangle | Bust 3.6 in (9 cm) or more larger | Less than 9 in smaller than bust |
| Rectangle | Within 3.6 in (9 cm) | Less than 9 in smaller than bust |
| Apple | Any | Close to or larger than bust and hips |
For Style, Not Health
Body shape is a fashion guide to help you choose clothes. Waist-to-hip ratio is shown for interest only and is not a medical assessment. For health questions, please speak with a doctor.
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Questions And Answers
Body Shape Calculator FAQ
How Do I Find My Body Shape?
Measure your bust, waist and hips with a soft tape measure, plus your high hip if you can. Enter the numbers in the calculator and it compares them to find your body shape, along with styling tips for that shape.
What Are The Main Body Shapes?
This calculator uses six: hourglass, pear, inverted triangle, rectangle, apple and spoon. It also tells you if you are a top or bottom hourglass, which are common variations.
How Do I Measure My Bust, Waist And Hips?
Stand straight in light clothing. Measure your bust around the fullest part, your waist at the narrowest point (usually just above the belly button), your high hip about 7 to 9 inches (18 to 23 cm) below your waist, and your hips around the widest part of your bottom. Keep the tape level and snug, not tight.
What Is The Most Common Body Shape?
Studies of women's measurements have found rectangle to be among the most common shapes, with pear and hourglass variations also very common. Every shape is normal.
What Is The Difference Between Pear And Spoon?
Both have hips wider than the bust. A spoon shape has a more defined waist and a high, rounded hip curve that sits close to the waist, like a shelf. A pear's hips widen more gradually.
What Is A Good Waist-To-Hip Ratio?
Waist-to-hip ratio is your waist divided by your hips. Health organizations often use about 0.85 or lower for women and 0.90 or lower for men as a general guide. It is only one simple indicator, so speak to a doctor about your health.
Can My Body Shape Change?
Your bone structure stays the same, but weight changes, muscle, pregnancy and age can change your measurements and your shape. It is worth measuring again from time to time.
Does This Work For Men?
The six shapes are mainly used in women's fashion, but the measurements and waist-to-hip ratio work for anyone. Men often fall into rectangle, inverted triangle or apple.
Is My Data Saved?
No. The calculator runs entirely in your browser. Your measurements are never sent, stored or shared, and the tool is completely free.