You're a curvy APPLE body shape

So you're an Apple body shape!

Let me tell you - once you understand how to dress for your shape, everything changes. Getting dressed becomes easier, more fun, and a whole lot more flattering.

In actual fact, as we get older, many of us begin to lose our waistline and these style tips are invaluable! 

Dresses above Roman: mint paisley print and fuchsia curve floral print

It's SHAPE not SIZE that matters!

Body shape, of course, has little to do with your size or weight normally, it's just your bone structure that dictates your frame.

So let's make sure we've got it right! 

An Apple body shape carries weight mainly around the middle, your tummy and waist. You probably recognize some of these traits:

• Shoulders and hips are roughly similar in width
• Your middle is the widest part of your body
• Weight gathers around your tummy, waist and back
• Your bust is often generous
• Your legs are usually slim and shapely - one of your best assets!
• Your waist isn't well-defined

Sound familiar? Then you're in great company.

Familiar Apple shapes: Queen Latifah, Melissa McCarthy, Jennifer Hudson, Drew Barrymore.

Celebrities like Queen Latifah, Melissa McCarthy, Jennifer Hudson and Drew Barrymore all share the Apple shape - and they always look fabulous. The secret? They know exactly what works. They skim over the middle, show off great legs and draw attention upward with beautiful necklines.

That's the formula. And it works just as well for you as it does on the red carpet.

Golden rules for dressing your APPLE body shape

Here's the thing - flattering an Apple shape isn't about hiding.

It's about creating a balanced silhouette that plays up to your strengths and skims over the bits you're less keen on.

Your best friends are:

• Empire lines and A-line shapes that skim your tummy beautifully
• V-necklines and open collars that elongate and draw the eye upward
• Structured fabrics that glide over your middle rather than cling
• Great fitting jeans - bootcut or straight leg styles balance your proportions
• Statement accessories: scarves, necklaces/earrings that keep attention up near your face

What to avoid:

• Clingy fabrics around your middle
• Belts that cinch your natural waist - go higher or lower
• Boxy, shapeless tops that add bulk
• Horizontal stripes across your tummy area
  

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Show off what you've got!

Here's what I really want you to hear, Apple shapes have fantastic assets!

Your legs are usually slim and toned; your décolletage can be stunning; your arms may be beautifully shaped. So don't just think about what to cover up, think about what to celebrate!

A knee-length dress with a V-neck and an empire waist? That's showing off gorgeous legs AND a beautiful neckline while skimming effortlessly over your middle. That's not hiding that's 'Strategic Styling!'

Want the complete guide?

Everything I've shared here will get you started - but honestly, we've barely scratched the surface.

Ready to dress your APPLE Body Type with confidence?

The Apple Body Type Shape and Style Guide

You've learned the basics of dressing an APPLE shape. Now discover how to put that knowledge into practice.

The APPLE Shape and Style Guide takes you further, helping you understand your figure and choose clothing styles that work with your natural proportions.

With clear explanations and beautifully detailed illustrations, you'll discover how different shapes, cuts and styles work with your figure - so you can make more confident choices when shopping and getting dressed.

Inside your guide, you'll discover:

• Understand your shape: Learn what defines a PEAR figure and how your proportions influence the way clothes fit.
• Discover what flatters you: Explore clothing shapes and styles that work with your figure, and understand why some choices are more flattering than others.
• See the difference: Use the clear illustrations to help you visualise how different styles work with your shape.
• Make more confident choices: Develop a better understanding of what to look for when choosing tops, jackets, skirts, trousers and dresses.
• Build your own style: Use what you've learned to make choices that suit your figure, your lifestyle and your personal taste.

This isn't about hiding your shape or following rigid fashion rules. It's about understanding your figure, recognising what works for you and discovering how to dress in a way that makes you feel stylish and confident

Your APPLE Shape and Style Guide

The APPLE Shape and Style Guide

A practical, illustrated digital guide to understanding your shape and choosing styles that flatter you.

An instant digital download - read it on your preferred device and return to the guidance whenever you need it. Ready to discover the styles that work for you?

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