5 Tips to Styling Your Petite Pear Shaped Body
There are so many women who are looking to create an image that reflects who they are. One reason why it seems too difficult is that the things we feel and our bodies are constantly being manipulated by the media.
This is compounded with images of women looking effortlessly stunning. This results in women feeling at odds with their bodies and wasting time focusing on perceived imperfections.
We at Pear Collections are your best travelling companion in your journey to embracing your own true body. The Pear Community will help empower and inspire you to rediscover to love yourself, your beautiful curves, and to share and support others on the same path.
Whatever shape your body is in, it is healthy, it’s yours, and you are beautiful. The right clothes are just icing on an already beautiful cake. Use them to celebrate all that you can be to yourself and to others.
Breakdown of What a Pear-Shaped Body Is
If you can draw a triangle over your body’s silhouette, starting from the top of your chest down to each side of your shapely hips, then congratulations – you are pear-shaped.
A pear-shaped body stands out with its thighs and full hips as focus points. This is accompanied by a fabulously defined slender waist, narrow shoulders, and small bust.
Admittedly, being pear-shaped has its pros and cons, much like any other body shape. On the one hand, pear-shaped bodies possess an ultra-feminine silhouette that is among the sultriest and most sought-after body types in pop culture.
On the other hand, it poses styling difficulties. We, at Pear Collections, believe all women are beautiful, and we are here to promote a body-positive image and a positive shopping experience.
A Petite Pear
It is not uncommon for most people to hear ‘Pear Shaped’ and picture a tall, full-figured, curvy woman who has made this body type quite famous. However, a lesser-known demographic of women who face similar difficulties finding clothes that fit exists.
Yes, I am talking about us, Petite Pears. Like our taller and/or plus-sized sisters out there, we have the same physical attributes of a pear-shaped woman. Defined waist, narrow shoulders and curvy hips, the only difference is that we come in a smaller package.
At Pear Collections, we firmly believe that each body has unique traits, and we equally believe that everyone is beautiful. Including us, petite pears and full-figured and plus-sized sisters.
5 Tips to Styling Petite Pear
When styling pears, it is important to always keep the focus on our best assets, particularly our defined waistline. Striking a balance to create a flattering and well-balanced silhouette can be achieved by utilising several techniques.
For us, petite pears, we must aim to draw attention to our narrow waistline and balance out our narrow and sloping shoulders. Styling starts with knowing and loving your body and knowing how to use clothes and accessories to flatter, not hide.
What’s frustrating is that the fashion industry seems to change ideas and designs so frequently. Just when we have found a style or colour that suits us, it changes in a flash. It’s that spooky.
Of course, change is good and can be liberating. But being forced to make immediate changes is not fun. So, at Pear, we try to spare you from this dilemma by promoting a capsule wardrobe. With a capsule wardrobe, you build a set of pieces that work well together, sparing you unnecessary spending and ‘season fashion shock.’
Consider the following tips to help you rock your look and create an impact that lasts.
1. Emphasise and draw focus to your upper body.
Go wild with full detailed tops and blouses, ruffles, embellishments, and much else. Employing additional detailing to the upper half of your body will balance out your heavier lower half. Try bold colours, texture, and fun patterns.
2. Flaunt your defined waist.
Show off your naturally defined waist by going for empire dresses and A-line skirts. Avoid wearing clothing and accessories that hang loose around that fabulous midsection.
3. Elongate your lower half.
Pencil skirts, formal pants, or trousers with subtle vertical lines create an illusion of a longer lower half. This simple hack is especially helpful in solving bottom-heavy styling woes. It can also give you a polished look and help you avoid the risk of looking stumpy.
4. Bring on the A-lines and wide-legged pants
An A-line silhouette bridges the hip-waist differential. It comes closest to accentuating your natural form, and the flared bottom does a great job at balancing out your heavy bottom. Stock up on A-line skirts and dresses for that easy-to-wear chic.
High-waisted, wide-legged pants help tone the body while still staying feminine. Pair it with a smart button-down, and you’ll have a stylish contemporary ensemble at your disposal.
Bootcut style jeans are your saviour when it comes to denim. You can create the illusion of smaller hips with its subtle flare at the hem. Additionally, it lengthens your legs while still showing off your fabulous curves.
5. Accessorise!
For us pear-shaped women, accessories are our best friend. Whether it’s a belt to cinch up your waist or a dainty scarf to pair with your tops. Using these elements is a springboard and a talking point for your look.
For a pear-shaped body, comfort is important. You can wear clothing that hugs your curves without clinging. It is often more flattering when there are no bumps around the hips or if it doesn’t show any lumps.
Always keep in mind that a good fit holds the key to a petite pear shape looking her best. To learn more, do check out Style Tips & Tricks and join the Pear Community today. And for clothing that is designed to flatter your curves, Shop at Pear Collections.