Women's Style: Which Jeans Suit Your Body Shape? 👖

Struggling to find a pair of jeans that makes you feel both beautiful and comfortable? Would you like to discover which jean style best suits your body shape?

I’m here to help you.

As a fashion enthusiast, I understand the importance of garment cuts when searching for a staple piece to wear every day.

That's why today, I'm bringing you this dedicated guide to jeans, the essential trousers found in almost every wardrobe! It's for all women, regardless of their style or body shape. 😉

For those with an O-shaped figure, mid-rise bootcut jeans will enhance your silhouette without adding bulk. For women with an X or 8-shaped figure, flared jeans as well as skinny or slim-fit styles will hug your curves beautifully. If you have an A-shaped figure, I recommend opting for mid-rise trousers, like bootcut or boyfriend jeans. A low-rise or high-rise jean will be perfect to accentuate the curves of a woman with a H-shaped figure. Finally, women with a V-shaped figure will find that most styles of jeans will flatter their legs!

Want to know more? Keep reading to find out:

• What is your body shape and which letter or number corresponds to it,
• Which jeans to wear if you have an athletic shape or some curves,
• How to find a comfortable pair of jeans that won’t slide down your hips,
• Everything you need to check before buying jeans,
• And plenty of outfit ideas featuring these timeless trousers!

How to determine your body shape?

While we are all unique, there are several types of female body shapes. Contrary to what one might think, these do not depend on our weight, but rather on the shape of our skeleton.

Understanding your body shape helps you choose clothes that fit well, flatter your figure, and are comfortable. By observing your body, you'll find out which category you most closely align with:

• Hourglass Figure :
• You have a medium to large bust.
• The upper part of your body is proportionate to the lower part, but you tend to gain weight around your waist and tummy.
• Your waist is relatively short.
• You have slender legs and a less-defined backside.

👩 Examples: Jennifer Hudson, Kate Winslet, Catherine Zeta-Jones…

• X or 8 Shape:
• Your figure is very feminine: wide hips, a slim waist, and a rather pronounced bust,
• Your shoulders and hips are roughly the same width,
• When you gain weight, it is generally distributed across your body; however, you may tend to accumulate a bit more around your hips, thighs, and backside.

👩 Examples: Selena Gomez, Scarlett Johansson, Salma Hayek.

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Kate Winslet / Scarlett Johansson / Selena Gomez

• A-Shape Body Type:
• Narrow shoulders and a small to medium bust,
• Wide hips, where your curves are most prominent.
• Your bottom is quite noticeable.
• Your waist is the slimmest part of your body.
• Your torso and chest are the leanest areas of your body.

👩 Examples: Beyoncé, Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez.

• H-Shaped Body :
• Few curves,
• Shoulders are relatively broad, aligned with your hips and legs,
• Your waist isn’t well-defined, and likewise, your hips and legs.

👩 Examples: Zoe Saldana, Cameron Diaz, Keira Knightley

• V Shape:
• Broad shoulders, athletic build.
• Average to large bust size.
• Your silhouette narrows towards the bottom, resembling an inverted triangle.
• Your hips are slim and you don’t gain weight on your legs and bottom.

👩 Examples: Angelina Jolie, Charlize Theron, Jennifer Garner

Kim Kardashian / Zoe Saldana / Keira Knightley / Angelina Jolie

Which Jeans for an O-Shaped Figure: Broad Bust and Curves

If you have this body shape, the upper part of your body tends to draw the eye first. Therefore, it’s important to enhance the lower part of your body with your pants to create a balanced silhouette. To achieve this, I recommend emphasising your waist with tailored tops and belts.

✅ Prioritise:

• Jeans with an elastic waistband,
• High-waisted trousers, especially those that cover a bit of your tummy,
• The bootcut style, straight and classy, perfect for your figure.
• Dark slim-fit pants

🛑 Avoid:

• High-waisted jeans that highlight your tummy, if you have a little bit of a bulge.
• Low-waisted jeans that don't cover your hips and might cause them to "spill over" the waistband.

What jeans suit an X or 8 body shape?

This very feminine silhouette is beautifully enhanced when you are able to highlight your assets, which means showcasing the curves of your hips, thighs, and bottom.

In general, loose and unfitted cuts can make you look bulkier, but clothing that is too tight may draw too much attention if you’re carrying a bit of extra weight. To feel comfortable, I recommend finding a pair of jeans that suggest your body’s shape rather than squeezing it too tightly.

✅ Prioritise:

• Flared pants (also known as bell-bottoms), as long as they aren’t wider than your shoulders,
• Low-rise bootcut jeans for a casual yet stylish look.
• Skinny jeans, unless you carry extra weight around your hips,
• Dark colours (raw, black...) to enhance your curvy silhouette.

🛑 Avoid:

• Jeans that are too stretchy, which could end up widening your hips and thighs,
• Baggy jeans that don't fit your shape and are overly loose.

What jeans are best for an A-shaped body: narrow shoulders and wider hips?

This type of female body shape is one of the most common around the world! Since your waist is slim and well-defined, highlighting it should be your number one priority when figuring out how to dress.

✅ Opt for:

• A low-rise or mid-rise pair of trousers,
• A bootcut jean that will elongate your legs,
• Possibly a boyfriend jean, worn with a blazer to balance out its width,
• Dark colours to contrast with a light top, to draw attention to your waist,
• A well-fitted flare jean that doesn't slip and will balance your silhouette.

🛑 Avoid:

• Pants with small back pockets to avoid visually widening that part of your body,
• High-waisted jeans that would conceal your waist while highlighting any curves you may have around your stomach.

What jeans suit an H-shaped body: slim and straight?

If you have this body shape, you’re probably on the lookout for a pair of trousers that will give you a feminine silhouette without slipping down your hips. To achieve this, I recommend opting for trousers that sit either below or above your hips, helping to define your waist. For tops, it's best to choose styles that add some volume and aren’t too fitted.

✅ Prioritise:

• A low-rise jean,
• A high-rise jean,
• Straight or bootcut styles,
• Feminine and delicate details: embroidery, bows, patches… to enhance your look, if that’s what you’re after.

🛑 Avoid:

• Baggy or boyfriend jeans, which could just emphasise the shape of your silhouette,
• Flared jeans, which are too wide at the bottom and might throw your outfit off balance.

What jeans suit a V-shaped body type?

Women with this body shape are quite fortunate when it comes to choosing jeans. In fact, most styles will suit them, as long as they are well-fitted! The secret to achieving a stunning look is to select a simple yet stylish top that highlights your décolletage without overly emphasising the width of your shoulders.

✅ Give preference to:

• Most jeans: slim, bootleg, flared, skinny…
• Light denim, paired with a white or pastel top, to look radiant,

🛑 Avoid:

• Avoid shapeless clothing that adds bulk,
• And don’t wear too many accessories on your upper body: the goal is to draw attention to your legs, which are a real asset!

How to Choose the Right Jeans: What to Check and What to Look Out For?

Once you’ve finally found the perfect pair of jeans that fit just right, it’s hard to let go! To help you out, I’m sharing a few handy tips for choosing a pair of pants that will keep you comfortable while making you feel fantastic:

🔸 Don’t forget that jeans stretch slightly after each wash, especially if you’re going for a fitted style.

🔸 Every brand has its own sizing: you might be a size 42 in one store and a size 38 in another! If you're shopping in-store, try on multiple sizes each time to find the one that fits you best. If you're shopping online, use the size guide and take a pair of jeans that fit you well as a reference.

🔸 The length of jeans legs can vary: if they are too long, you can always get them hemmed. However, if they are too short, it can become quite uncomfortable. To avoid this issue when shopping online, make sure to check the size of the model wearing the garment. If the model is smaller than you, be cautious! If you're on the shorter side, look for ⅞ styles, which should fit like a classic pair of pants!

🔸Wash your jeans separately for the first time, as they may bleed colour. You might want to soak them in cold water for half an hour beforehand if they are dark, to help with the process.

I hope this article has helped you to find a pair of jeans that enhances your shape and makes you feel truly comfortable! A well-fitting pair of denim is a real asset in your wardrobe. It can be worn every day, with most of your outfits!

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