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How do I dress best for my body type?

It is a question that all women ask themselves. We actually long to be 'one type', so that shopping can be easier, and we no longer have to have humiliating experiences like the ones we've all tried, with clothes that fit neither here nor there, and at the same time a fashion image or even a salesperson which might make us feel that there is something wrong with us…

At Mondo Kaos, we really care about the experience! Trying on the clothes should simply be fun and positive, we should feel that the clothes bring out the best in us, and give us the courage to show off the body we have.

Having said that, not everyone can just drop by our little shop and get the service we provide here, and for them and for guidance we have made a little 'find your body type' quiz.

How do you find your body type?

You can take your measurements, that way you don't have to judge yourself with eye measurements, but can simply proceed from the actual measurements you have on paper. What defines which group you belong to are the bust vs waist vs hip measurements. With the measurements in hand, it also means that you have an easier time ordering the right size, as most of our companies have size guides based on these exact measurements.

How do I take my measurements?

Measure yourself across the bust, preferably wearing the type of bra you normally wear. Please note that the measuring tape must be straight all the way around.

The waist is the narrowest place on the body. It sounds logical, but check that the tape measure doesn't move up or down when you think you've found the narrowest spot. Check in front of the mirror if necessary.

Last but not least there is the hip measurement. This can be the most difficult, as this is the widest place on the body, which is very individual. On the vast majority, this will be around crotch height.

Also remember that goals can change. We can be a shape when we are particularly slim or trained, but where we put on weight is typically what defines our body type. Some also change type with age.

And the last thing before we get started; here at Mondo Kaos we believe that all bodies are beautiful and that not everyone needs to look like an hourglass figure!

Now we can get started!

The A figure

We start with the A-shape, as there is a majority of us women who have this figure. This type includes narrow shoulders, a slim upper body with a narrow waist, a round rear and slightly stronger, feminine thighs. In relation to your goals, is the hip measurement significantly larger than the measurement over the shoulders. Your absolute strength is your narrow, feminine waist. Most women dream of this advantage, so highlight it at every given opportunity.

Do you want to even out the ratio between your hips and shoulders, and maybe lengthen your legs? That way you can focus on your slim and beautiful upper body. A classic A-line dress like our Ava Dress from The House Of Foxy is beautiful, as it focuses on the waist, and at the same time the puff sleeves give you a little extra width on the shoulders. At the same time, the A-shape is perfect for not making hips/thighs look bigger than they are.

Other good items of clothing for the A figure are: boat necklines and off shoulder blouses, which give the illusion of wider shoulders, thereby giving the impression of an hourglass figure. Puff sleeves are also beautiful for the A-shape, for example the Estelle shirt is fantastic for the A-shape. Feel free to use bright colors and prints to emphasize your upper body, and more muted / uniform colors on the lower body. An A-line skirt or mini skirt that goes out easily is great for the A-Figure. Or wide trousers a la our Sailor trousers or Swing trousers, both of which balance the hips beautifully.

And if you just love your beautiful thighs and hips, of course you just have to go wild in pencil skirts, especially with a colorful top. Fortunately, shoes with comfortable heels are also available. If you wear them in the same color as your tights, it elongates your legs even more, and beautiful shoes are perfect to round off the look.

The A-Figure shares body type with: Beyonce and Jennifer Lopez.

The H figure

The H-Figure is characterized by a straight torso, with little difference in the measurements between bust, waist and hips. The challenge for the H-Figure is to create shapes by creating the illusion of a waist. This is done by creating extra fullness on the hips and upper body, as well as marking the waist.

A swing dress or wrap dress, preferably with puff sleeves, are really good for the H-Figure. Swing skirts are also good, and just like with the swing dress, you can wear a petticoat underneath to give extra volume to the hips.

Tops and shirts where there is a bit at the top, such as a cute collar, puff sleeves, etc. are all good for the H-Figure. Feel free to tie your shirt at the waist or use a belt to mark the waist. In general, it is very important that everything is tailored.

Our trousers or jeans with wide legs and a high waist are also a great look for the H-Figure, combine with a feminine shirt with puff sleeves, e.g. the Helen shirt which is tied at the waist.

Also consider asymmetrical, like our cocktail dress from Stop Staring! But only if you want to run with all the attention!

The H-Figure shares a body type with: Nicole Kidmann, Gwyneth Paltrow and Cameron Diaz.

The X-Figure

You are the hourglass! This is the shape we all know! Your shoulders are straight and the same size as your hips. The bust is well proportioned as are the hips and rear and your waist is narrow!

This is the classic Hollywood diva figure, and this is still seen by many as the most complete female figure.

All our beautiful high-waisted skirts and trousers are beautiful for you. A pencil skirt, or pencil dress, just looks amazing on you. See e.g. our pencil dresses from Unique Vintage and Stop Staring.

A swing dress that really fits in the waist, perhaps with a belt so that it really highlights your narrow waist, is also a hit! The House of Foxy's 'Betty' and 'Evelyn' a-line dresses also fit beautifully.

If you want a cocktail dress out of the ordinary, you can try The House of Foxy's 'Lana', with peplum and keyhole neckline.

Many of our shirts have pleats at the shoulders to make room for the bust, and Emmy Cardigans, which are cut at the waist, are the perfect top for the X figure.

The X-Figure shares a body type with: Selma Hayek and Scarlet Johansen.

The O-Figure

Your measurements are a bit like the H figure. Your shoulders and hips have roughly the same measurements, but you don't gain weight around the hips and thighs, but more on the stomach and around the waist. You most likely have legs and arms that everyone envies, slim and maybe even long. Remember the sexy stockings when you go out!

But if you also want to show something other than legs once in a while, here are some tips: V-neckline and tops with decoration around the neck, as well as accessories such as necklaces, earrings and scarves are perfect for you.

You have beautiful arms, so finally show them off with sleeveless dresses and tops, and why not highlight them further with beautiful bracelets in strong colors?

Draped tops and dresses are also beautiful on you. If you want to throw yourself into a pencil dress, our Billion Dollar Dresses from Stop Staring! with its stretchy material and nice drapes, a really good choice!

When you choose trousers, it is smart if they close at the side, so that you get rid of extra 'filling fabric' in the middle of the stomach. Here we have, among other things, Le Wild Jeans from Lady K loves, as well as our swing pants from The House Of Foxy.

The O-Figure shares body type with: Catherine Zeta-Jones! Wow!

The V figure

It's you if your measurements show that your shoulders and bust are the widest part of your body, and you're narrow around the waist and hips. You gain weight on your chest. You have slender legs. This is a figure we often associate with a very well-trained woman. It's a strong figure, and wow, what beautiful shoulders, but if you sometimes want to even out the difference between shoulders and hips, as well as focus a little on your slim waist, here are some suggestions for you:

You are one of those people who just look amazing in peplum. We have a beautiful trouser suit with a peplum effect and a dress, both from Miss Candyfloss.

You are super good at trousers, for example with a bit of width and preferably in colors or patterns. Blouses; long sleeves are good and a V neckline, try for example the shirts from The Seamstress Of Bloomsbury or The House Of Foxy or the Elsie 30s shirt from The House of Foxy.

With your slim hips, you'll probably also love our pencil skirts, just get started.

Last but not least, you will probably be happy with our a-line dresses Ava and Grable. The Ava dress has a V-neckline and a tiny sleeve, and the dress fits around your narrow waist and accentuates it.

The V-Figure shares a body type with: Angelina Jolie, Renee Zellweger and Demi Moore

Take our body type quiz here:

If you are in doubt about which figure you have, you can be guided with the quiz below:

Guide to Body Types