Are you looking for ways to dress your pear shaped body? We have pulled together the ultimate guide on how to style casual and evening glam dresses for your tall pear shaped figure.
In UK sizes 8-24, our dresses have been made with longer length hems and sleeves so that you can find your new favourite look today.
What Is A Pear Shaped Body?
A pear shaped figure is described as having a higher waist, wider hips and thighs, with a narrow bust.
- Narrow Shoulders
- Wider Hips and Thighs
- High Waistline
Style Tips For A Tall Pear Shaped Body
- Create balance between your top and bottom half by adding emphasis to your top half with print, colours, and necklines.
- Dresses with design elements on the sleeves will broaden your narrower shoulders, such as puff sleeves, ruffles, etc.
- Clothing that has shape at the waist will shorten your torso to create balanced proportions.
- Dress shapes with a fitted top and looser bottom, such as tiered styles, will create a flattering silhouette.
FAQs
What are the best dress styles for a pear shaped body?
The best dress styles for a pear shaped body normally include upper half details that help to draw the eye upwards and balance proportions. Look for details such as:
- Puff sleeves, ruffles, top half embroidery.
- Prints, colours, and bolder necklines.
- Belted waists or wrap fronts.
Best Dresses For Pear Shaped Body
Whether you’re looking for casual everyday dresses to add to your daily rotation or more dressed up options for your evening plans, we’ve picked out our favourite styles that will flatter your pear shaped figure.
Floral Dresses For A Pear Shaped Body
Floral dresses are a wardrobe essential that can effortlessly be dressed up or down for any occasion. Perfect for pear shapes, they help to balance, proportion, and draw the eye up.
Refresh your dress collection with this floral textured maxi dress. Made from a woven fabric, it features a v-neck and a tie waist detailing, making it perfect for a pear shape.
If you prefer a deeper tone, look to our floral lace trim midi dress. The stunning v-neckline with lace trim creates perfect detail for a pear shaped women. With long cuffed sleeves, this dress will keep you warm and stylish no matter where you go.
Feel elegant for your next occasion with this floral chiffon dobby dress. The belt tie makes it a great option for balancing your proportions out and the soft chiffon fabric gives a soft feminine feel to the look.
FAQs
How can I choose the right floral dress for my body shape?
Choosing the right floral dress for your body shape is all about working with your proportions and not against them. For a pear shape, choose a -line, wrap or fit and flare designs that skim the hips. Lighter or brighter prints up top also help to balance proportions.
How do I choose the right floral sequin dress for my body type?
Floral sequin dresses are slightly different to regular florals due to the extra attention drawn.
If you have a pear shape body, you want to look for floral sequin details on the bodice or shoulders and avoid heavy clusters around the hips. Darker or matte sequins on the skirt will also help keep balance.
What accessories go well with floral midi and maxi dresses?
The right accessories with floral midi and maxi dresses can take them from casual daytime to a stylish evening look.
- Belts – A belt instantly creates shape and structure, especially with flowing florals.
- Flats or heels – For a daytime casual look choose flat sandals or trainers or for something dressier opt for block heels, wedges, or strappy heels.
- Layering – Denim jackets, leather jackets, and light knits all look great with floral dresses depending on the occasion.
Are floral dresses suitable for formal events or more casual occasions?
Floral dresses can very easily be dressed up or down depending on the occasion! Ditsy florals in lighter colours and relaxed shapes are perfect for casual occasions and deeper shades with more rich materials are ideal for formal events paired with heels.
Midi Dresses For A Pear Shaped Body
Here at Long Tall Sally, our dresses are made for taller ladies with extra length in the hems and sleeves. This means our midi dresses are actually midi in length and don’t come up short! Midi dresses are perfect for pear shaped figures as they effortlessly elongate your legs and enhance your shape naturally.
Level up your everyday looks with this tie waist midi dress. Perfect to pair with trainers for a weekend vibe, this dress is crafted from a soft jersey fabric for extra comfort.
Add this acid wash tie neck dress into your workwear collection. Made from a comfortable woven fabric, it features a tie neck detailing, long cuffed sleeves, and an acid wash design.
With upper half details, this dress is great for pear shapes to balance out proportions.
FAQs
How do I choose the right length of waist tie dress for my body type?
Waist tie dresses are great for creating shape, and the trick to choosing the right one for your body type is about choosing a length that balances your proportions.
For pear shapes you want to choose midi and maxi lengths as they will skim over the hips without clinging and the waist tie will highlight your narrowest points.
Maxi Dresses For Pear Shaped Body
Maxi dresses are a great pick for tall pear shaped women due to the flattering effect they create. Opt for styles with defined waistlines and a-line or flowy skirts to achieve this.
Add some visual interest to any look with this zebra print button maxi dress. With button fastenings through, tie waist detailing, and a v-neck, this dress is perfect to add to your wardrobe for the season ahead!
Elevate your evenings with this mesh long sleeve maxi dress. Featuring a timeless spot design, this dress will always be on-trend and with ruched detailing it is sure to flatter your pear shape.
FAQs
How can I find a flattering maxi denim dress for my body shape?
Finding a flattering maxi denim dress for your body shape is about matching silhouette, structure and style to your proportions.
If you have a pear shape you want to draw attention up so opt for designs that have v-neck or square necklines, a-line silhouettes, and defined waists or belt details.
Occasion Dresses For Tall Pear Shaped
Finding the perfect occasion dress as a tall, pear-shaped woman is all about balance and proportion. Maxi dresses with a subtle flare or dresses with a defined waist are both elegant and elongating options.
Be the best dressed at any evening event in this long sleeve buckle dress. Crafted from a soft slinky fabric it features a flattering drape detailing and gold tone buckle, perfect for balancing your silhouette.
Dress to impress with our blurred rose chiffon tiered dress. The ruched waist and tiered style makes it a flattering fit for pear shaped women and will have you looking and feeling your best.
Looking for more inspiration? Browse our dresses for tall women.
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