How do you know your body type?

The different types of women and how to dress them

To dress for your body shape, the first step is to study your figure.

Choose close-fitting clothes (such as leggings and a T-shirt) and stand in front of a large mirror. Look at the alignment of your shoulders and hips. Then look to see if your waist is marked or, on the contrary, aligned with the rest of your body.

X-shaped morphology

Xs are generally slim with shoulders and hips in line. They have a pronounced waist. Are you an X? There's nothing to dress you down, you can wear everything except for cuts that are too wide.

The key is to maintain this harmony by emphasising your waist. That's why you should opt for body-hugging cuts, slim-fitting jackets and belts. Don't hesitate to try high-waisted trousers with a push-up effect.

Celebrity in X : Sienna Miller

The Elora rack :the blue denim jacketBICHE,blue denim jeans BREAK andthe eco-responsible denim shirt BAUME

Morphology in 8

8s have more or less the same morphology as Xs, with their aligned hips and shoulders and their marked waistline.Women 8 have more generous shapes, with large breasts, sloping shoulders and more voluptuous hips. It is this figure that is considered the sexiest and most glamorous.

Are you an 8? Sheath dresses will suit you perfectly, as will belts and slim-fitting cuts. Like Xs, you need to keep your waist in natural alignment while still showing off your waist. Slight necklines will free up your torso, while high-waisted straight trousers will show off your marked waist and legs.

Celebrity in 8 : Monica Bellucci

The Elora :the floral dress BACHELOR,the safari dress BIZBEIGE,the shirt dress BONUS and loose black trousersBAC

A-shaped morphology

A - or pyramid - shapes have slim shoulders, small breasts and more developed hips. This is a very common silhouette for women, and one that is resolutely feminine !

Do you have this shape? You can go all out with the top! Play around with colours, patterns and details to give your shoulders more structure. Shoulder pads look particularly good on you, and you can easily dress up your outfits with blazers.

Celebrity A : Beyoncé

The Elora :cigarette trousers PAPENOIR,the straight shirt WOODLANDS andthe black elastic belt BOGOTA

V-shaped morphology

V-shaped women - or inverted pyramids - generally have a sporty look, with the upper body wider than the lower and a slim waist. Their shoulders are square and fairly broad, while their hips are narrow and their legs slender.

Unlike A's, V's can go all out for bottoms. Choose fluid materials for the top in fairly neutral colours, and opt for more colourful, patterned, straight or flared bottoms. Bootcut jeans and carrot trousers will particularly flatter your figure.

V-shaped celebrity angelina Jolie

The Elora :cigarette trousersBOSS,the golden waistcoat BORDORE,long ecru cardigan BONZAI and its belt

H-shaped morphology

La h-shaped morphology, also known as the rectangle, is associated with models. It's a slim silhouette, with hips, waist and shoulders in line. H-shaped women are generally slim with little bust and well-structured shoulders.

The ideal outfit for an H-shaped woman emphasises the shoulders and adds volume to the hips to create the illusion of a pronounced waist. Flared skirts, empire dresses and draped tops with décolleté will be perfect for you.

Celebrity in H keira Knightley

The Elora :the floral print jacketBENGALE,crepe carrot trousers BOUCLIER,the khaki lingerie spirit camisole BRIKAKI and finallyengraved leatherette belt BOLIVIA

Morphology in O

You're curvaceous, with a large bust, a slight waist and shoulders in line with your hips: you're O-shaped.

O-shaped women's best friends? Cleavage and big accessories! Slightly low-cut tops will enhance your bust. For bottoms, opt for flowing fabrics (not too wide) and straight cuts. Here's a tip: heels will lift your figure, so go for shoes with square heels.

Celebrity O : Adèle

The Elora :green V-neck blouseBLUES andthe flowing pencil skirt BOOM