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How To Dress A Rectangle Body Type! (Men & Women)
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items For a Rectangle body type, the goal is slightly different between men and women. These are just a few examples and are only applicable IF you want them to be!! (Read the description above your category to see why)
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Men’s
The Rectangle body type is also often referred to as the “athletic” body type. In men’s fashion the “ideal” body type is the V (inverted triangle) so the goal here is to give the appearance of broader shoulders and a slimmer waist.
Blazers with shoulder pads will help give the illusion of broader shoulders, helping achieve the look of the v shape!
Men's Blazers & Sport Coats - Macy's
Henley add texture and interest to the upper body while still maintaining a tailored look.
Henleys - Macy's
Pants that sit higher on the waist help elongate the legs and help break up the straight silhouette.
Mens High Waisted Pants - Macy's
Bomber jackets and structure to the shoulder and chest while tapering slightly in at the waist.
Men's Bomber Jackets - Macy's
Slightly flaired pants add width to the lower body, balancing out the rectangle body frame.
Men's Bootcut Jeans - Macy's
Waistcoats (the fancy name for a vest) adds bulk to the chest and defines the waist.
Men's Suit Vests - Macy's
Rolling up pant hems slightly or getting cuffed designs draws attention to the legs and adds a touch of proportionality.
Men's Comfort Relaxed Pleated Cuffed Fit Khaki Stretch Pants - Macy's
Long overcoats with structured shoulders with slight tapering at the waist, creates an elongated, masculine silhouette!
Men's Overcoats - Macy's
Jackets with padding or quilting add bulk to the upper body, creating balance with the waist.
Men's Puffer Coats & Jackets - Macy's
Boots with a slight heel or thicker soles elongate the figure.
Men's Boots - Macy's
Women’s
The Rectangle body type is also known as the “athletic” body type! So the “goal” is to help give a more feminine look by adding in some feminine textures and doing what can be done to show off your waist while balancing out the shoulders and hips!!
By adding volume to the waist, you’re creating a curvier silhouette! Pair with skinny jeans or a pencil skirt to balance out the outfit!
Women's Peplum Shirts & Tops - Macy's
Get an a-line or wrap dress to cinch in your waist. It will help balance out and give you a more feminine look.
Belted Dresses: Shop Belted Dresses - Macy's
High waisted pants will help define your waist especially if you pair it with a crop top. It’ll draw more attention to your waist, therefore giving less attention to your shoulders and hips.
High Waisted Trousers - Macy's
Look for designs with a belt or some thing at the waist that draws the attention to it.
Women's Jumpsuits & Rompers - Macy's
Tops with corset details or boning can shape the waist and emphasize an hourglass illusion.
Women's Corset & Bustier Tops - Macy's
Dress with ruching automatically show off your curves and will give off a more feminine look!
Ruched - Macy's
Color or style of pencil skirts don’t matter! Pencil skirts will visually narrow the waist and draw attention to the hips!
Women's Pencil Skirts - Macy's
Tops with bell sleeves, puffy shoulders and ruffles add volume to the upper body. These tops tend to be tighter on the torso, adding a feminine touch!
Women's Puff Sleeve Tops - Nordstrom
Pick a style of belt that you like to use to instantly suck in your waist and help balance out your shoulders and hips.
Women's Belts - Macy's
It doesn’t even have to be heels, you can get pointed toes that are flats! Pointed toes are amazing at giving your legs an elongated look.
Pointy Toe Pumps - Macy's