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.
-50%
Ganni
Blue Seersucker Check Smock Maxi Dress
£172.50
£345.00
GANNI
Fendi
Bardot Monogram Midi Dress Size 40 Brown
£531.00
HEWI
-50%
Solace London
Alessandra satin gown Pink
£310.00
£620.00
Mytheresa
-66%
Reiss
Womens Black Gathered Bardot Sculpted Bodice Midi Dress, Size: 6
£88.00
£258.00
Reiss
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.
Zimmermann
Silk Wrap Mini Dress Size XXS Blue
£208.25
HEWI
-30%
Gina Bacconi
Womens Frieda Jersey Print Dress - Blue - Size 10 UK
£69.00
£99.00
Secret Sales
-17%
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
-50%
Ganni
Red Organza Peplum Shirt - Size 40
£142.50
£285.00
GANNI
Ganni
Red Blouse in Cotton - Size 32 Organic
£195.00
GANNI
-30%
Zimmermann
Pop floral cotton wrap dress Red
£455.00
£650.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Dries Van Noten
Cotton wrap dress Beige
£556.00
£795.00
Mytheresa
Zimmermann
Silk Wrap Mini Dress Size XXS Blue
£208.25
HEWI
-54%
Alaia
Wrap Dress Blue
£744.00
£1,600.00
Labels
Iro
black & silver wrap front dress Size XS
£34.69
HEWI
-42%
Fat Face
FatFace Bonnie Black Sparkle Wrap Cardigan
£40.00
£69.00
FatFace
-62%
Reiss
Womens Burgundy Wrap Front Drape Midi Dress, Size: 10 Red
£98.00
£258.00
Reiss
-43%
Fat Face
FatFace Jackie Black Metallic Skirt
£28.00
£49.50
FatFace
