Principles of dressing for an inverted triangle body; Important and practical tips

If you want everyone to praise your choice of clothes in any group you are in, wear clothes that flatter your body shape. It is not so easy; But if you know the basics, it will not be difficult. In this article from the series of articles related to body shape, we want to see how the principles of dressing for an inverted triangle body are.

Typical features of the inverted triangle limb

People whose body looks like an inverted triangle have broad shoulders that gradually decrease from chest to hips. The strong shoulders of these people make their body look athletic. In the limb of the inverted triangle:

• The shoulders are significantly wider than the thighs;
• Shoulders may appear flat, square, and strong;
• The chest can be small or large, but its width is less than the shoulder;
• The waist is almost or completely indistinct;
• The hips are almost flat;
• The legs are usually stubby;
• In general, it shows an athletic body shape.

Suitable style for inverted triangle body

These people have wider shoulders and therefore the upper part of the upper body is more voluminous.

So to balance it out, you need to wear clothes that make a narrower lower body look bigger. These clothes should give more curves to the hips and make the waist more defined, while taking the focus away from the upper body. But how to do this?

• Do not choose a wide collar because it exposes the shoulders more. Do not use shoulder pads;
• Avoid patterns and decorations on the shoulder. Shawls around the shoulder are not suitable for you either;
• The simpler you choose the upper body, the better;
• Wear clothes that give volume and curves to the hips to make the shoulders and chest look smaller;
• Bright colors with details on the lower body, make attention to be diverted from the upper body;
• The details at the waist create the illusion of a hollow waist;
• Avoid wearing narrow and tight pants that make the lower body look thinner.

First part: upper body clothes

Now let's see which model these people should choose from each type of clothing.

1. tops

A) Top collar

The neckline for the inverted triangle body should be lower than the shoulders and chest. In this way, the focus is removed from the shoulder.

Narrow and long collars can visually reduce the width of the upper part of the torso. Narrow and long scoop neckline, U-shaped neckline or seven-neck are perfect.

Asymmetric neckline styles can separate the chest area vertically. If your chest isn't big, a halter neck can make your body appear longer.

Wide and long collars such as off-shoulder, boat, square and Sabrina, which make your shoulders appear wider, are not suitable for you.

b) Top sleeve: short sleeve

Sleeves should also look slimmer like the collars. About short sleeves, tight and narrow sleeves can reduce the width of the shoulders. Vertical slits and cap sleeves can visually reduce shoulder width.

c) Top sleeve: long sleeve

The opposite is true for long sleeves. Raglan, kimono or dolman (bat) sleeves can add volume to the hips and thus balance the shoulders.

Wide straps are better than thin straps, thin straps can make the shoulders look bigger.

A lot of detailing on the sleeves at the shoulder can make them look wider. Puffy sleeves are one of those sleeves that are not suitable for you.

Suggestions for the collar and sleeves of the top

V-neck

U-shaped collar

Bat sleeve or heart

sleeve

2. Shirts and T-shirts

The shirt or t-shirt should draw attention to the waist and take the focus away from the shoulders and upper body.

Simple straight lines, slouchy tops, slits at the waist or layering at the hips are perfect for you.

The shirt or t-shirt on the upper body should be darker than the lower body and it is better not to have a collar or to have a very small collar.

Crop shirts and t-shirts that end at the waist make the upper body appear larger than the lower body. Stay away from these clothes.

Suggestions for shirts and t-shirts

Peplum shirt

Drape shirt

3. Knitwear

Since knitted clothes are usually thick and increase the volume of the upper body, the best option for the inverted triangle body is blouses that have straight cuts and are slightly tight.

Avoid horizontal stripes on the upper body and details around the collar and shoulders.

Suggestions for knitwear

Peplum knit dress

4. Sweaters and jackets

These dresses should take the focus off the shoulders and upper body and instead draw attention to the waist.

The best options are those that have either straight cuts or models that define the waist. Closed or belted jackets without shoulder pads are more suitable for your figure.

Pockets and detailing below the waistline are great as they add volume to this area. Four-button models are not suitable for you, because they give volume to the upper body. It is better to choose dark colors.

Do not choose jackets or jackets with shoulder pads, large collars and decorations such as headscarves.

Suggestions for sweaters and jackets

Waterfall jacket

Belted blazer

5. Overcoat and overcoat

Overcoats and overcoats should increase the volume around the hips and define the waist. If they are short, they should at least reach the hips and not be shorter than that.

Overcoats and belted coats can easily define the shape of the waist. To make the upper body look slimmer, choose a darker color.

Again, avoid shoulder pads, large lapels, and four-button styles. If you like a raincoat, choose one that does not have a tab or hood.

See the latest women's coats

Suggestions for overcoats and coats

A-line coat

Simple overcoat with narrow collar

Second part: lower body clothes

Any model of pants and skirt that gives volume to the hips and lower body is suitable for the inverted triangle body.

1. Fabric pants

Baggy pants, wide leg pants, army pants, skirt pants, wide leg pants, palazzo pants, and harem pants are examples of the best pants for the inverted triangle body.

Choose bright colors to draw attention to the legs. Back and side pockets and decorations can add volume to the hips.

If you don't like baggy pants, wear straight pants. These can balance your body shape.

Suggestions for fabric pants

baggy trouser

harem pants

2. jeans

Wide leg jeans can create a balance between the upper and lower body. Skinny or straight jeans are fine as long as they have details in the back and front at the hips and thighs. These models draw attention from the shoulders to the lower body, especially if they are lighter in color than the top.

Tight jeans with simple designs and dark colors are not suitable for you.

Suggestions for jeans

Say Jane

3. Skirt

A skirt is suitable for an inverted triangle body that gives volume to the hips and balances with the width of the shoulders. Straight, tulip, cloche, loose, ballerina and diagonal cut skirts are perfect. You can also wear pleats and cracks. The length of the skirt can be from very short to very long.

Bright colored skirts and horizontal stripes can also be suitable for you. In general, it is better to be lighter than the top.

Avoid tight tank skirts that visually make the hips look smaller.

Suggestions for skirts

Pleated skirt

4. shorts

If you have an inverted triangle body, choose your shorts in a way that gives volume to the lower body and hips.

Baggy, baggy shorts with busy patterns are best for you. Try not to wear tight shorts in dark colors, because it will make the upper body appear larger than the lower body.

The third part: Uniforms

1. Shirt

Shirts that fit the inverted triangle body should add volume to the hips and hips to balance the shoulders. Look for shirts that flare out from the waist and hips. However, simple and straight shirts that are a little fun, sundresses with a wider skirt and A-line are also great.

Leave decorations like folds and pleats for the lower body. A belted shirt can also define your waist.

Strapless or low-cut dresses show off your shoulders, so try adding volume to your hips to balance it out.

Avoid wearing shirts that are decorated in the shoulder and collar and have details in this area.

Suggestions for shirts

Empire shirt

A shirt with an asymmetrical diagonal collar

sarong

2. saree

Jumpsuits are great for an upside-down triangle body shape, as your broad shoulders will flatter your figure. The only thing that matters is that you balance those broad shoulders with your lower body.

A high neckline with a defined waist and details around the waist like a belt can take the focus away from the upper body and attract it to the lower body. The pants of this dress should not be tight because it destroys the balance.

Suggestions for a saree

Wide leg saree with belt

This article was the last in a series of articles related to body shape. Have you been able to choose the clothes you want more easily with the help of the points mentioned in these articles? In your opinion, what other factors besides body shape should be considered in choosing clothes? Please share your views with us.