Workwear for Different Body Shapes: What Flatters and Why

"The outfits look great online, but don’t quite work when I try them on." Sounds familiar?

Finding the perfect office wear online that flatters your body shape can feel challenging. The key to success is understanding your body type and selecting clothings that highlights your best features.

Every woman deserves to feel confident and comfortable in what she wears to work. Whether you’re heading to a corporate meeting or working from a café, your outfit should complement your body shape while reflecting your style and professionalism.

At Alyssandra, we believe officewear should be both flattering and functional. Here’s our expert guide to help you choose workwear that suits your silhouette, enhances your best features, and gets you through your day with elegance and ease.

Understand Your Body Type

The first step to finding the right office wear for women is identifying your body shape. Knowing your shape helps you choose clothes that flatter your proportions and enhance your best features. The most common body types are:

• Apple Shape: Fuller around the midsection with slimmer legs and hips.

• Pear Shape: Hips wider than shoulders, with a well-defined waist.

• Hourglass Shape: Balanced top and bottom with a narrow waist.

• Rectangle Shape: Straight silhouette, with little to no defined waist.

• Inverted Triangle: Broad shoulders and chest, with narrower hips.

Once you understand your shape, you can choose workwear for women that flatters your body while maintaining a professional look.

Workwear Guide by Body Shape

Body Shape	Tops	Bottoms	Dresses
Apple Shape	V-neck, wrap tops, empire waist. Draw attention to bust, away from midsection	Straight-leg, bootcut pants, A-line skirts to balance proportions	Empire waist or A-line dresses that skim over the waist; avoid heavy waist details
Pear Shape	Structured shoulders, boat necks, embellished necklines to broaden shoulders	Wide-leg pants, A-line skirts in darker colors to minimize hip volume	Fit-and-flare or A-line dresses; highlight neckline with details
Hourglass Shape	Fitted or belted tops; peplum tops to highlight waist and curves	High-waisted pants, pencil skirts to accentuate waist	Bodycon and wrap dresses that cinch at waist; midi-length dresses
Rectangle Shape	Ruching, draping, layered designs; jackets cinching at waist for curves	Pants with pleats, pockets, cuffs; skirts with layers or texture	Belted dresses; dresses with ruffles or tiered details for volume
Inverted Triangle	Simple tops with minimal embellishment; V-necks or U-necks to narrow shoulders	Flared or pleated skirts and pants to add volume to lower body	Shift and sheath dresses with defined waist to balance shoulders

Explore Our Collection

At Alyssandra, we offer modest yet modern pieces for every woman, from Size XS to 3XL. Explore our officewear collection today and find the perfect fit for your body and lifestyle.