PSA to all apple shaped women! We’ve rounded up the ultimate guide to finding your new dress obsession. Want to find out our favourite styles for apple shaped bodies? Keep scrolling.
What Is An Apple Shaped Body?
Apple shaped women tend to have an average or larger bust and broader shoulders with narrower hips, slender legs, and a less defined waist.
The general idea on how to dress an apple shape is all about highlighting your chest and legs, whilst defining your waist to sculpt your midsection.
Apple Shape Dressing Tips
- Highlight your assets – Draw attention to your legs or bust, this lifts the eye line away from your midsection.
- Define your waist – Dresses that sculpt your waist help bring your shape into proportion.
- Choose clothes that flatter your shape – Know what styles suit your shape and how you can enhance your best features. It’s all about trial and error to find the styles that flatter you the most.
FAQs
How do I choose the right dress or top for my body shape?
When choosing a dress or top for an apple shape you want to make sure you’re highlighting your best features to help balance out proportions. Opt for v-necks and wrap styles that will draw attention to your shoulders. They will define your waist, elongate the torso, and skim over the tummy.
How can I choose the right floral dress for my body shape?
When picking a floral dress for your body shape, think about pattern size, cut, and silhouette to flatter your figure. For apple shapes, go for smaller more subtle prints that skim the midsection. Wrap dresses, empire waists, and v-necks help define the waist and draw attention upward.
What Is The Best Dress Style For Apple Shapes?
- Wrap dresses feature v-neck and plunging necklines to highlight your bust and often feature a belted fastening to define your waist at the same time.
- Smock dresses feature a loose and floaty silhouette, so it doesn’t cling to you and nips in under the bust, defining your waist. They often feature puff sleeves too, helping to balance out broader shoulders.
- Skater dresses instantly create a more defined shape with the fit and flare design sculpting your waist and flaring over your midsection.
Wrap Dresses For Apple Shapes
This navy blue wrap dress is a flattering option for your next formal event, special occasion, or evening party. Made from a breathable jersey fabric it features a wrap style, a ruffle hem, a tie waist, and a v-neckline. Pair with your favourite heels and a clutch bag for a look that is sure to turn heads.
Get prepped for an upcoming summer wedding with this Yours London linen look wrap dress. With an elasticated back waistband, short angel sleeves, and a floral print, this dress brings a vibe that feels effortlessly elegant.
For a polished occasion ready look, this wrap skater dress is super to flatter apple shapes. With a wrap front, a belted detail, a skater style, and short sleeves, this dress is perfect for prom, bridesmaid occasions, and wedding guest events.
FAQs
How do I choose the right green wrap dress for my body type?
A green wrap dress can be a super flattering style for any body shape and the key is choosing the right shade, fit and length for your body type. For apple shapes look for a wrap dress with a v-neck and soft draping that skims the midsection rather than clinging. Deeper greens such as emerald and forest green at midi or maxi length help create a longer, leaner line.
Casual Dresses For Apple Shapes
Add this must-have animal notch neck dress to your casual dress collection. This dress features a notch neckline, an elasticated waistband and is made from a stretch fabric, making it great for an apple shape.
Pair with tights and boots to help out balance the lower half of your body.
Refresh your everyday looks with our blue chambray maxi tea dress.. Made from a comfortable woven fabric, this dress is perfect for wearing now and effortlessly taking into the next season. Featuring a v-neckline, and a maxi length, it will fit and flatter your apple shaped body.
This is how you wear florals this season! Crafted from a breathable woven fabric, this new-in dress has a shirred design, short frill sleeves, a square neckline, and a maxi length. Team with your favourite flats for an elevated everyday look you’ll love to wear.
Occasion Dresses For Apple Shaped
Get ready for all of your evening plans with this Yours London knot pleated maxi dress. Ideal for weddings, races, parties, and special events, this dress can be styled to your needs with your favourite accessories. Also available in Dark Pink & Cobalt Blue so that you can choose your best look!
Choose a sophisticated style this season with this Yours London black panel skater dress.
Made from a comfortable jersey fabric it features a sweetheart neckline, a skater style, and a panel detail. It’s flattering neckline shape is sure to make sure this dress fits and flatters your apple shape.
Make an entrance in our blurred abstract mesh dress. With short sleeves, a v-neckline, a wrap style, and a blurred abstract print, this dress will look great paired with heels for a polished, occasion ready look.
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