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.
-50%
Self Portrait
Off-the-shoulder ruched midi dress Green
$269.00
$537.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Norma Kamali
Off-shoulder fishtail gown Black
$368.00
$525.00
Mytheresa
-60%
Norma Kamali
Gathered off-shoulder maxi dress Grey
$174.00
$435.00
Mytheresa
2. Accentuate your waistÂ
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
-70%
Velvet
Melat wrap dress Black
$168.00
$560.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Diane Von Fürstenberg
Tori printed crêpe wrap dress Black
$384.00
$640.00
Mytheresa
-50%
Ganni
Floral crêpe wrap dress Black
$215.00
$430.00
Mytheresa
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.
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
Womens Ultra-high-waist satiny control short Beige
$72.00
Simons
Spanx
Womens Ultra-high-waist satiny control short Black
$72.00
Simons
Spanx
Womens OnCore high-waisted shaper short Black
$99.00
Simons
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
-50%
Frankie Shop
Perla shirt jacket and shorts set Pink
$211.00
$421.00
Mytheresa
-50%
Tory Burch
Paisley silk satin wrap dress Green
$530.00
$1,060.00
Mytheresa
-70%
Velvet
Melat wrap dress Black
$168.00
$560.00
Mytheresa
-30%
SIMKHAI
Marzia lamé velvet wrap dress Black
$809.00
$1,155.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Diane Von Fürstenberg
Simona lamé wrap dress Blue
$448.00
$640.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Polo Ralph Lauren
Floral ruffled cotton wrap dress Blue
$511.00
$730.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Anna Kosturova
Tie-dye silk wrap dress Blue
$599.00
$855.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Diane Von Fürstenberg
Tori printed crêpe wrap dress Black
$384.00
$640.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Anna Kosturova
Tie-dye silk wrap dress Orange
$513.00
$855.00
Mytheresa
