The Curvy Express: Triangle/Pear Body Type

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THE

Curvy E X P R E S S

triangle/pear


YOUR HORIZONTAL BODY SHAPE IS a Triangle (or pear shape).

Your horizontal shape is important for the clothing silhouettes and design elements that will look best on you.


What does this mean? You have a gorgeous, goddess-like frame! Your full bust-line is proportionally narrower than your full hip-line and you have a well defined waist. You typically have narrow shoulders, thick thighs, and you most likely have a balanced body or short legged vertical body shape. Let’s not forget you probably have a full rounded derriere. This can be a very feminine and attractive shape when dressed right. Your smaller chest, slim waist and curvaceous hips suit a variety styles. You want to balance your top half to your bottom half by creating the appearance of a wider upper body.


Tips on what to EMBRACE

Accessories and designs to draw attention to your upper body.

Bootcut and straight pants.

Dresses with open necklines and fitted or strapless bodices Shoulder pads draw the eye up to to broaden your bring attention to your shoulders. upper body

Jumpsuits will look amazing on you.

Pencil skirts! You will always look great in wrap around dresses. Full-cut, A-line or darker-colored skirts downplay wider hips.

RECOMMENDED: A-line, empire waist, fit-and-flare, shift, strapless, wrap.


wear for a triangle AVOID

Jackets that lay across the widest part of the derriere.

Stiff fabric or clothing that add bulk to your hips.

Baggy clothing that will hide your curves.

Snug-fitting skirts, as well as pockets or any embellishments around the hips or bottom.

*all images are examples of what flatters your figure


DENIM Look for highwaisted bootcut and straightlegged jeans.


TYPES OF

SHAPEWEAR CONTROL Light

Medium

Provides lightweight support; used to smooth out panty and bra lines.

Provides more compression and cinching to hold in problem areas; covers and smooths panty and bra lines.

Firm

Extra Strong

More reinforced panels to bring in the waist and other problem areas; smooths out curves and other areas; can be worn comfortably for up to eight hours.

Highest level of contouring; will use paneling and reinforced materials like boning; may not be suitable for use for more than a few hours.


SHAPEWEAR

Waist Cincher

2-way Shaping Tank Slimmer

Torsette Brief

Bust Camisole

Body Briefer

Waist Cincher - Reduces the waistline, alleviates back pain and corrects posture. Lifts the breasts and emphasizes natural curves. 2-way Shaping Tank Slimmer - Wear as a layer under a top. It offers full coverage and smooths spots under the arm or above the bra strap in the rear. Reversible from a v-neck to a crew neck. Toresette Brief - An open bust so you can wear your own bra. Adds shaping and support at the waist, tummy and back. Perfect for knit dresses and clinging fabric. Bust Camisole - Lifts breasts, removes bra lines, sometimes control the tunny. Wear as a layer under a fitted top. Body Briefer - Wear for complete torso control. Smooths the back, controls midriff and tummy.


for P L U S S I Z E S

Thigh Slimmer

High-Waist/ Thigh Slimmer

High-Waist Brief

The Brief

Full Body Shaper

Thigh Slimmer - Wear to smooth and shape your tummy, rear, and thigh at the waistline. High-Waist Thigh Slimmer - Smooths out many common areas, including the tummy, thighs, hips, and rear. Moderate control throughout the torso. High-Waist Brief - Designed to sit right below the bust to smooth and shape your tummy and hips without riding up or rolling down. High-waist brief starts controlling at the midriff and continues through the waist, tummy, and derriere. Wear underneath your jeans, dresses, and skirts. The Brief - Tummy control so there is no muffin top. Perfect to wear under skirts, dresses, and high cut pants. Singlet Bodysuit - Wear for complete torso control. Smooths the back, controls midriff and tummy. Provides the most coverage and prevents your thighs from rubbing under dresses.



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