Jeans for Body Type

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Any woman's wardrobe is considered incomplete without a well fitting pair of jeans. Jeans are the most versatile of all clothing items as they can be worn any where, right from a picnic if paired with a t-shirt and sports shoes to an evening function if worn with a fancy blouse and high heels. As most of us cannot do without a good pair of jeans, it makes it crucial that when we do buy one, we select the jeans which suits our body type. Buying a well fitted pair of jeans for your body type will help in concealing all your flaws, i.e big hips, huge thighs etc, while playing up your assets at the same time. Here are some tips on choosing the perfect jeans for body type. Read more on women's clothing.

Tips on Buying Best Jeans for Body Type

Pear Shape
A pear shaped figure is heavy at the bottom and the thighs. The bust, shoulders and waist are generally small.

The jeans for this body type should help in playing down the rear. Boot-cut jeans with flared legs and low rise jeans give the illusion of a long and lean body and hence suit this body type. Jeans which have back pockets too narrowly placed or have excess fabric or other embellishments on the back pockets should be avoided. Jeans with dark washes should be chosen rather than the ones with lighter washes.

Hourglass
This is the ideal figure with a curvy bottom, a well defined waist and an ample bust. The weight gain is restricted to the thighs, stomach and the love handles.

Any kind of jeans will suit this body type and especially the one which draws attention to the waist and highlights the perfect curves. Stretchable jeans which hug the waist and the hips will suit this body type the most. Jeans which come with narrow waist cuts and wider hips will be suitable too. Read more on best jeans for curvy women.

Rectangular
This body type is characterized by an average bust, flat hips, thin legs, large waist and both hips and shoulders equal in width.

The best jeans for body type "rectangular" will be the one which enhances the flat butt and makes the waist look narrower. A straight fit jeans which has a slight flare in the end as well as a jeans that kind of hugs and lifts the butt, will suit this body type. Jeans which come with flaps or embellishments on the back pockets or which have pointed back pockets, give the illusion of a full butt and hence should be opted for. As for the large waist, a contoured waistband can be used.

Rounded
A rounded body shape has a pot belly, short waist, fullness in hips and thighs.

The jeans for this body type should help in minimizing the roundness of the belly, thighs and back. Jeans which come in darker shades and give the illusion of slimness should be opted for. Jeans which fit the waist and are slightly relaxed in the back area and thighs will suit this body type. Wearing wide waistbands will give the illusion of a small belly. Jeans with diagonal front pockets will make the body look slimmer too. Read more on jeans for big thighs.

Diamond
A woman with a diamond body type has a small bust, broad hips and thighs, small shoulder width and narrow calves.

The jeans for this body type should divert attention from the waist so that the small bust and shoulders can get highlighted. Dark denims with boot-cut and a relaxed fit will suit this body type. Jeans which have larger back and front pockets that sit higher than usual will make the legs appear longer and the hips fuller and hence should be worn by women with this body type.

Inverted Triangle
This body type has a flat butt, narrow thighs, shapely legs, wide shoulders, ample bust and an average waist.

The perfect jeans for body type "inverted triangle" is the one which draws attention to the narrow hips, away from the large shoulders. Jeans with flared legs and boot-cut which give a thin and long look to the body are suitable. Jeans with side pockets or embellishments in both back as well as front pockets will look good. Jeans which come with light washes on the legs will attract attention to the thighs, making them look shapely and thus, help in diverting attention from the upper body.

I hope the above mentioned tips on selecting the most suitable jeans for body type will be helpful to you, the next time you venture out shopping. One last tip before I sign off - knowing your exact jeans size is as important as knowing the type of fit that will suit you. Different brands these days have different jeans sizes for the same waist size. So, trying on all the brands and knowing your exact size is very important. Thus, avoid online shopping and go to various stores so that you can try out and buy the perfect pair of jeans for your body type.