And one of those things is that we’ve been taught to categorize our bodies for years — by magazine articles telling us what we should or shouldn’t wear based on our body shapes, by brands trying to sell us the latest diet craze, even by our mothers and grandmothers who frankly hadn’t been taught any better and probably thought they were doing us a favor.
So rather than pretending that we haven’t been conditioned to use these labels, we want to help you work within them to discover what clothes actually make you feel comfortable and at home in your body when you get dressed in the morning. And if that means we need to use these labels from time to time to help you understand and feel more comfortable with what we’re discussing, then so be it. But I want to be crystal clear that over at Revelle we hate these labels — they diminish the complexity of true women’s bodies and frankly make us feel bad about ourselves. We hope you’ll join us in rejecting these rules by joining our community that helps you find clothes that make you feel beautiful WITHOUT the need for labeling each other’s bodies. But in the meantime, we hope this article on the best jeans for an hourglass-shaped body helps you begin exploring some new styles and rediscover the joy of shopping.
If you identify with this body shape — which is also referred to as an inverted triangle — your shoulders are likely broader and rounder than your hips and midsection, which isn’t THAT curvy. Apple shapes generally (but not always) have larger busts, with a waistline that isn’t too defined.
Considering the unique (and beautiful!) proportions of an apple-shaped body type, it can be difficult to find the perfect pair of jeans that fits the way YOU want them to. That’s why, to make things easier, we’ve compiled a list of jeans that are particularly suited for the apple body shape — although keep in mind that the best way to get tailored recommendations is through your personal Revelle store.
Here’s what to look for:
- Ankle-length skinny jeans
Show off those slim legs, ladies!
- Bootcut or flared jeans for balance
The flare at the bottom works wonders to help balance out your wider, top-heavy upper body and create a slimming effect — if that’s something you’re looking for
- Stretch denim
With the addition of stretchy materials such as lycra, spandex, and elastane, the jeans will mold and stretch to your body. But you don’t want TOOOOO much stretch, otherwise you’ll end up with a baggy fit by the end of the day. Between 2-6% is the sweet spot, if you ask us.
While some guides may tell you to avoid certain types of jeans, we’re on team whatever-makes-you-feel-beautiful. In other words, you do YOU. We’re just here to help you feel your best, most badass self when you get dressed in the morning.
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