Let’s get one thing straight — every body is beautiful.
The secret to looking and feeling your best isn’t about changing your shape — it’s about celebrating it. At Ivory by Radhika, we believe that fashion should enhance your confidence.
Here’s how to choose the right dress for your body type and embrace your unique silhouette with style.
1. Hourglass Body Type
Features: Balanced shoulders and hips with a defined waist.
What Works Best:
Wrap dresses
Fit-and-flare styles
Belted anarkalis
Mermaid-cut gowns
✅ Pro Tip: Highlight your waist with cinched styles and soft draping.
2. Pear-Shaped Body
Features: Narrower shoulders and wider hips.
What Works Best:
A-line dresses
Cape kurtas
Peplum styles
Layered lehengas
✅ Pro Tip: Add volume to your upper body with embroidery or cape sleeves to balance proportions.
3. Apple-Shaped Body
Features: Fuller midsection with a broader upper body.
What Works Best:
Empire waist dresses
Flowy tunics
Panel-cut kurtas
Gowns with vertical detailing
✅ Pro Tip: Choose styles that skim the waist and draw attention to your neckline or legs.
4. Rectangle Body Type
Features: Straight silhouette with similar bust, waist, and hip measurements.
What Works Best:
Ruffle or tiered dresses
Belted gowns
Sharara sets with short tunics
Prints and detailing at the bust or hips
✅ Pro Tip: Create curves with flouncy fabrics, layers, and strategic prints.
5. Inverted Triangle Body Type
Features: Broader shoulders with narrower hips.
What Works Best:
Flared skirts or lehengas
Halter necks or deep v-necklines
Dresses with volume at the bottom
✅ Pro Tip: Draw the eye downward with fuller hems and soft silhouettes.
Fabrics that Flatter Every Body
Chiffon: Soft and flowy for a graceful silhouette
Georgette: Light drape, good for layers and movement
Cotton-silk blends: Structure + comfort
Organza: Adds softness and drama without heaviness
Ivory by Radhika’s Styling Recommendations
We design with real women in mind. Whether you’re petite, curvy, tall, or in-between — our collections feature flattering silhouettes, forgiving fabrics, and custom fittings.
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Conclusion:
Choosing the right dress for your body type doesn’t mean fitting into fashion’s mold — it’s about finding what makes you feel beautiful. Celebrate your shape. Embrace your style. Own your confidence.
