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.
-31%
Dress The Population
Melania Off-The-Shoulder Gown Blue
$169.95
$248.00
Anthropologie
-60%
Helsi
Athena Strapless Gown in Blush at Nordstrom, Size X-Small Rose
$230.00
$575.00
Nordstrom
AFRM
McCall Off-the-Shoulder Stretch Mesh Maxi Dress Green
$188.00
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.
-29%
Hutch
Cezza Flutter-Sleeve Ruffled Wrap Maxi Dress Orange
$249.95
$350.00
Anthropologie
-40%
Hutch
Bethany Short-Sleeve Wrap Midi Dress Green
$159.95
$268.00
Anthropologie
-29%
Hutch
Cezza Flutter-Sleeve Ruffled Wrap Maxi Dress Orange
$249.95
$350.00
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.
-24%
-49%
Alysi
wide-leg trousers - women - Cotton/Elastane/Polyester/Virgin Wool/Polyester - 42 - Brown
$234.00
$462.00
FARFETCH
-9%
Cruna
Taylor five-pocket trousers - women - TENCEL - 44 - Purple
$321.00
$351.00
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.
Spanx
sculpt OnCore Mid-Thigh Shorts Beige
$64.00
Neiman Marcus
Commando
Control Body Shorts Beige
$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.
-8%
English Factory
Off The Grid Top In Hot Pink
$54.00
$59.00
ShopSimon
Comme Des Garçons
colour-block shirt - women - Polyester - S - Pink
$545.00
FARFETCH
-10%
Rhode Resort
Dali linen mini dress - women - Linen/Flax/Cotton - 6 - Pink
$502.00
$558.00
FARFETCH
-60%
Frankie Shop
Perla shirt jacket and shorts set Pink
$134.00
$337.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Hutch
Bethany Short-Sleeve Wrap Midi Dress Green
$159.95
$268.00
Anthropologie
-29%
Hutch
Cezza Flutter-Sleeve Ruffled Wrap Maxi Dress Orange
$249.95
$350.00
Anthropologie
Vince
Linen-Blend Wrap Shirtdress Beige
$238.99
Rue La La
-67%
Hutch
Long-Sleeve V-Neck Wrap Midi Dress Blue
$129.95
$398.00
Anthropologie
-40%
AllSaints
Micaela Pleated Skirt
$149.00
$249.00
AllSaints
-75%
Mac Duggal
Lace Long Sleeve V-Neck Embellished Gown in Vintage Lilac at Nordstrom, Size 14 Purple
$198.00
$798.00
Nordstrom
Halston Heritage
Maxine Pleated Metallic Jersey Halter Gown
$845.00
Bergdorf Goodman
