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.
-30%
Rotate
Floral-applique strapless gown Blue
£357.00
£510.00
Mytheresa
-42%
Fat Face
FatFace Meg Bright Green Midi Dress
£38.00
£65.00
FatFace
-30%
Solace London
Satin gown Red
£399.00
£570.00
Mytheresa
-75%
Elisabetta Franchi
One-Shoulder Sheath Dress With Cut-Outs size 40
£77.31
£309.24
GLAMOOD
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.
-38%
Fat Face
FatFace Erin Blue Beachwear Wrap Dress
£40.00
£65.00
FatFace
-46%
AllSaints
Viscose Diana Floral Wrap Dress, Size: 6 Brown
£139.50
£259.00
AllSaints
-75%
Rotate
Satin Wrap Dress with Polka Dot Print size 38
£71.87
£287.47
GLAMOOD
-30%
Polo Ralph Lauren
Floral ruffled cotton wrap dress Blue
£294.00
£420.00
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.
Frankie Shop
Maesa Pleated Woven Wide-leg Cargo Pants - Green
£198.00
NET-A-PORTER
Dries Van Noten
Printed Grain De Poudre Wide-leg Pants - Green
£575.00
NET-A-PORTER
Ulla Johnson
Constance Pleated Cotton-canvas Wide-leg Pants - Green
£400.00
NET-A-PORTER
Skin
+ Net Sustain Ember Stretch Organic Cotton-terry Track Pants - Blue
£130.00
NET-A-PORTER
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.
-60%
The Upside
Check Sports Bra, Brown, XS
£30.00
£75.00
Reiss
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.
-30%
Anna Kosturova
Tie-dye silk wrap top Red
£224.00
£320.00
Mytheresa
-40%
AllSaints
Polyester Charli Relaxed Fit Embroidered Shirt, Size: UK 16/US 12
£101.70
£169.00
AllSaints
-55%
Frenken
Banner Crepe Georgette Silk Shirt Red
£210.00
£470.00
Labels
AllSaints
Lyocell Kingdom Oversized Short Sleeve Shirt, Size: XXL Red
£119.00
AllSaints
-30%
Zimmermann
Pop floral cotton wrap dress Red
£455.00
£650.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Polo Ralph Lauren
Floral georgette wrap dress Red
£264.00
£440.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Dries Van Noten
Cotton wrap dress Beige
£556.00
£795.00
Mytheresa
-38%
Fat Face
FatFace Erin Blue Beachwear Wrap Dress
£40.00
£65.00
FatFace
-40%
AllSaints
Polyester Micaela Pleated Skirt, Size: UK 14/US 10 Black
£95.40
£159.00
AllSaints
-75%
Rotate
Satin Wrap Dress with Polka Dot Print size 38
£71.87
£287.47
GLAMOOD
-46%
AllSaints
Viscose Diana Floral Wrap Dress, Size: 6 Brown
£139.50
£259.00
AllSaints
-30%
Polo Ralph Lauren
Floral ruffled cotton wrap dress Blue
£294.00
£420.00
Mytheresa