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PLUS SIZE
FASHION
GUIDE

PLUS SIZE STYLING TIPS FOR ALL BODY SHAPES

We've made it easy to find the perfect pieces to best accentuate your body shape from brands like INC International Concepts® (only at Macy's), Calvin Klein, Lucky Brand and Alfani (only at Macy's).

BODY SHAPE: STRAIGHT □

Your frame is full-figured, but essentially the same size up and down through the torso. Your shoulders, waist and hips are close in measurement.

Is this you? Create outfits using these key pieces:

  • Romantic Blouse
  • Shift Dress
  • A-Line Skirt

Style Tip: Cinch your waist to give the appearance of a curvier frame.

BODY SHAPE: HOURGLASS ⧖

You have an hourglass shape if your body is balanced—shoulders and hips are almost the same width and your waist is the most narrow part of your frame.

Is this you? Create outfits using these key pieces:

  • Statement Jacket
  • Romantic Blouse
  • A-Line Skirt

Style Tip: Enhance your waist with a belt to exaggerate your curves.

BODY SHAPE: APPLE ◇

If you're an apple shape, then you have balance shoulders and hips, but your upper body is curvier and more prominent.

Is this you? Create outfits using these key pieces:

  • Romantic Blouse
  • Wide-Leg Pant
  • Shift Dress

Style Tip: Bring attention downward with a fuller pant or skirt.

BODY SHAPE: PEAR △

You fall into this category if your frame is narrowest at the shoulders through the bust and fullest at the hips and thighs.

Is this you? Create outfits using these key pieces:

  • Statement Jacket
  • A-Line Skirt
  • Turtleneck

Style Tip: Bring attention upward with a statement-making neckline.

BODY SHAPE: FULL BUST ▽

Your widest measurement is at the shoulders and bust, and your frame gradually narrows through the hips and legs.

Is this you? Create outfits using these key pieces:

  • Romantic Blouse
  • Wide-Leg Pant
  • A-Line Skirt

Style Tip: Use a pattern like colorblocking to accentuate your shape.