There's the 'pear', the 'apple' the 'square'. And then there's the curvy and the boy-ish figure, the short and the tall, the thin, the athletic. After looking at many guides I have come to one simple realization. None of us fit into just one of these standards. Or two. Maybe three at the least. What is most frustrating is that many guides will assume that if you have a certain 'shape' your height and everything else will be a certain way- and this is just not so. That is why I am formulating a new guide that should be more helpful for targeting every need in a clear and comprehensive manner!
This ultra-condensed guide will finally allow you to find your VARIOUS body 'types' and 'issues', and actually find out exactly what will work best for you! No more guessing! :)
I will be posting one section a day until it is all posted!
Wide/Large Hips
Whether you have a defined waist or not, generally there is one major rule of thumb that applies here. Avoid horizontal lines of any kind. This will only serve to make your hips appear wider and larger (as well as your rear).
•Pockets: This means avoiding pockets that are spaced widely apart (which gives the illusion of wider hips), and also pockets spaced too closely together (which will add blank space/additional hip space on each end). Basically, find a pocket that is well-centered, and moderately sized (avoid small pockets and very large pockets). I would go so far as to say to avoid the brand Citizens of Humanity because of their extra-wide pockets, unless you are looking for even more width.
•Cut: Stick with a slightly flared boot-cut jean or a nice wide leg/trouser cut that fits snuggly at the rear and thigh, and has a sleek, straight line from the thigh to the floor. This will balance the legs to appear more proportionate to the size of your hips. Straight or skinny leg jeans will create an icecream cone effect, and make you appear heavy and off balance.
•Rise: Try to stay with a medium to low rise, high rises will only increase the size of hips because the waist will appear so much smaller in proportion.
•Wash: Avoid heavy whiskering and fading in the general hip and thigh area, as well as butt area, whether your butt itself is large or not (this too, will just add to the wideness). Dark washes are very nice for additional thinning in appearance (just remember to avoid heavy fading or whiskering).
•Stretch or Rigid?: Both are very flattering for this area, check your other areas of concern on this list to see what may be best for you.
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