5 styling tips for women with wide hips
While we never like dictating how anyone should dress, we are here to share some helpful tips gathered from our expert fashion team over the years… This time we’re discussing the good old ‘pear-shape’ conundrum: What to wear when you have big hips, plus how to flatter this body shape the best. Take note from Jennifer Lopez, Salma Hayek, and Blake Lively with our guide for wide-hipped girls.
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1. Focus on the neckline.
Certain cuts will suit pear-shapes better, as they emphasize the shoulders. Wide necklines and off-the-shoulder styles will visually widen shoulders and draw attention upwards.
-25%
Edikted
Susan Off the Shoulder Long Sleeve Maxi Dress in Black at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$50.40
$67.20
Nordstrom
-31%
Bl^nk London
Satin Off-Shoulder Lace Midi Dress Green
$129.95
$188.00
Anthropologie
endless rose
Off-Shoulder Mesh Midi Dress Brown
$119.00
Anthropologie
AFRM
Long-Sleeve Off-The-Shoulder Mesh Maxi Dress Orange
$128.00
Anthropologie
2. Accentuate your waist
Flaunt what you’ve got! Accentuate your hourglass silhouette with a belted dress, wrap dress, or a fit and flare cut. It’s a great way to nip in the waist and make the most of your figure.
-48%
Sportmax
Multicolor Polyester Long Womens Dress
$392.00
$761.00
LUX LAIR
-36%
Pilcro
Sleeveless Wrap Shirtdress Blue
$119.95
$188.00
Anthropologie
Vince Camuto
Wrap Front Maxi Dress Blue
$69.99
Rue La La
Significant Other
Esha Dress Pink
$380.00
Anthropologie
3. Make the most of wide leg pants
While it may seem counterintuitive, wide leg pants will complement wider hips and a pear shaped frame. Create a flattering silhouette by combining them with a tighter fitting top or a cropped top to draw attention to your waist.
adidas
stripe-detail jeans - women - Fabric - 35 - Grey Gray
$197.00
FARFETCH
Simon Miller
Bloo trousers - women - Cotton/Linen/Flax - 8 - Green
$275.00
FARFETCH
-40%
TOMBOY
pinstriped wide-leg trousers - women - Polyester/Nylon - S - Grey Gray
$172.00
$286.00
FARFETCH
-50%
Mii
hand-embroidered cotton-corduroy trousers - women - Cotton - M - Neutrals
$258.00
$513.00
FARFETCH
4. Find the right underwear
A padded bra or push-up bra will add volume to a small bust, while a good pair of support knickers will smooth and tone the hips under clothes.
Wacoal
Shape Revelation High-Rise Thigh Shaper
$74.00
Neiman Marcus
Spanx
shape Invisible Girlshorts Black
$52.00
Neiman Marcus
Commando
Control Body Shorts Black
$64.00
Neiman Marcus
5. Opt for tops in vivid colors or intricate prints
This will balance out your figure by drawing more attention to your top half and making your shoulders and chest appear slightly broader than they are.
-10%
Rhode Resort
Dali linen mini dress - women - Linen/Flax/Cotton - 4 - Pink
$502.00
$558.00
FARFETCH
Dolce & Gabbana
Fig-Printed Silk Blouse - Pink
$659.48
Italist
-59%
Dolce & Gabbana
Hot Pink Fig Printed Silk Shirt Blouse Womens Top
$711.00
$1,732.00
LUX LAIR
Self Portrait
Satin Floral Midi Dress - Burgundy Red
$388.03
Italist
-27%
Self Portrait
Bordeaux Polyester Casual Womens Dress Red
$454.00
$621.00
LUX LAIR
Self Portrait
Satin Mermaid Dress - Burgundy Red
$465.43
Italist
Aqua Blu Australia
Celine French Linen Wrap Maxi Dress
$599.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Dolce & Gabbana
Buffalo Check Fringed Shawl - Multicolor
$620.34
Italist
-48%
Sportmax
Multicolor Polyester Long Womens Dress
$392.00
$761.00
LUX LAIR
Pinko
Arnebia Dress - Black
$393.42
Italist
Farm Rio
x Anthropologie Wrap Maxi Dress
$268.00
Anthropologie
