If your shoulders, waist, and hips are roughly the same width, then you are a Rectangle H body shape. When styling this body type, the aim is to create curves, define the waist, and add dimension to your silhouette.
Here’s how to dress a rectangular body shape properly:
1. Best Tops for a Rectangle H body shape
When choosing tops, the aim is to create the illusion of a defined waist, while adding subtle volume.
Examples are:
- Peplum tops create an instant waist definition.
- Wrap tops help add the illusion of curves and shape.
- Ruffled or frilled tops add volume subtly.
- Puff sleeve tops will add balance to your athletic silhouette.
- Belted blouses will create a defined waist.
- Off-the-shoulder tops create width at the shoulders.
Style Tip!
Tucking your tops into trousers, jeans, or skirts will help create a more defined waistline.
2. Best Dresses for a Rectangle Body Shape
Look for styles that cinch at the waist or add volume to the hips or bust.
- Wrap dresses.
- Fit and flare dresses.
- Belted dresses.
- A-line dresses.
- Shirt dresses with a belt.
- Ruched dresses.
- Tiered dresses.
Avoid!
Straight, shapeless dresses wouldn’t enhance your body silhouette.
Style Tip!
If you are going to wear a straight-cut dress, consider adding a belt to it to define the waist.
3. Best Trousers and Jeans for a Rectangle Body Shape
The best trousers and jeans are those that add shape to your hips and create curves.
Examples are:
- High-waisted jeans.
- Wide-leg trousers.
- Paperbag waist trousers.
- Flared jeans.
- Bootcut jeans.
- Mom jeans.
- Pleated trousers.
Avoid!
If possible, low-rise jeans and skinny cuts, as they can make your body look straighter.
4. Best Jackets and Coats for a Rectangle Body Shape
Outerwear should create shape and define the waist.
- Belted coats.
- Wrap coats.
- Peplum jackets.
- Cropped jackets.
- Structured blazers.
- Trench coats with a belt.
Avoid!
Coats without belts or waist definition.
5. Best Necklines for a Rectangle Body Shape
The right neckline can add curves and visual interest to your upper body.
- Sweetheart neckline.
- V-neck.
- Scoop neck.
- Off-shoulder.
- Square neckline.
- Halter neck.
- Wrap neckline.
These necklines help create the illusion of curves and break up the straight body line.
What to Avoid!
Some clothes can make a rectangular body shape look even straighter, and some of them are :
- Boxy tops
- Straight shift dresses
- Drop-waist dresses
- Baggy clothes
- Low-rise jeans
These hide your waist and make your body look less defined.
Style Tip!
The key is to create curves, define the waist, and add volume in the right places. Once you focus on these three things, dressing up becomes easy and stylish.
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