By Wambui Thimba
An apple-shape body type means you have a full chest and an upper back with no or little waist definition. You might appear top heavy and your bust and midriff might appear bigger than your hips. It is also known as ‘oval’ and ‘round’ shape.
Black frill blouse with gold buttons worn with a grey checked tulip skirt |
Another sign that indicates you are an apple is when you gain weight, the fat gets stored around your upper half — especially around your midsection.
Many apples wear shapeless clothes to hide their bodies, but this is not the way to do it. The goal is to lengthen or elongate your torso. You want to give the appearance of slimmer shoulders and waist. Draw attention away from the tummy and to your best attributes, instead.
Apple-shaped women should wear tops that emphasise the bust line and draw attention away from the lower half of the body.
Skirts and trousers should be flat-fronted and fastened at the side to avoid adding any extra lumps to the belly area. Trouser legs should be wide so that they don’t cling to the body at any point.
Many apples have slim calves and ankles and should wear shoes with fairly high heels to show these off.
