Check how to choose shoes for your body shape

One thing that will help you hide your flaws and highlight your figure's strengths

Are you wondering how to highlight the advantages of your figure and at the same time hide its imperfections? The only thing you need is... properly selected shoes! They will help you achieve the desired WOW effect, making you look good regardless of whether you have an hourglass, apple or pear-shaped body. 

Read our guide, in which we analyzed each case separately and proposed proven solutions that will make you always feel confident. Let's get started!

Hourglass shoes

A narrow waist, ample breasts and hips are the hallmarks of every hourglass figure. To emphasize your divine shapes, choose open-toe shoes that will give you even more sex appeal. 

Avoid heavy footwear that may disturb the proportions of your figure. If you are looking for a comfortable pair of shoes for everyday use, choose men's inspired shoes that you can wear even with tight dresses. Ballet flats will also be a hit for every hourglass figure. 

Give up thin high heels, which could make your legs look bigger than they actually are. Your shapes will be balanced by, for example, wedges or posts.

Shoes for the inverted triangle

Do you have relatively broad shoulders and at the same time slim, slim legs? You are a typical inverted triangle! Platforms and various types of massive soles are perfect for women with this body shape and create a perfect counterweight to massive arms. 

Heavier footwear will help you balance your body proportions. Choose shoes with rounded or square toes that will naturally draw attention to the advantages of your figure. 

Ballet flats will perfectly complement your slim legs. Also wear loafers or sneakers every day. On cold days, choose block heel boots in an intriguing color or classic Chelsea boots.

Feel free to choose bold colors and high heels, thanks to which you will balance the upper part of your body. How about comfortable heels or comfortable wedges? In these shoes you will easily spend the whole day on your feet, and you will also balance the proportions of your figure.

Shoes for an apple

To distract attention from your protruding belly, choose eye-catching high heels that will highlight your slender legs. Intriguing details, energizing colors and unique decorations around the ankle are a hit for every woman with an apple figure.

Avoid shoes with a rounded toe and platform shoes, which may feel too heavy. Instead, choose pointed toes, vertical decorations and colors matching what you are currently wearing. Ballet flats with a pointed finish are also perfect for apples.

Shoes for a pear shape

Full hips, relatively wide thighs and stout calves are the characteristic features of pears. To restore the balance between the lower and upper body, choose high-heeled shoes. High open-toe sandals will work great. A proven solution will also be to wear shoes with a pointed toe, which will work both for everyday use and for larger occasions.

Choose neutral colors or match the color of your shoes to the colors of the lower items of your wardrobe - trousers, leggings or tights. For open legs, choose beige footwear. This way you will optically lengthen your legs and slim your hips. 

Beware of rounded ballet flats and avoid shoes with ties, gladiator sandals and tight over-the-knee boots. Otherwise, you will draw attention to the shortcomings of your figure.

Shoes for the column

Is your figure athletic? Do you have a simple build and a small waistline? You're probably a typical columnist.

Complete your simple silhouette with classic pumps. Choose rounded or almond toes that will add femininity. Elegant spikes will help you lengthen your figure. Shoes fastened around the ankle or ankle boots ending at this height will also work great.

Avoid heavy shoes. Ballet flats, classic sneakers and sneakers are perfect for the column, as they will help you highlight your athletic shape. Choose neutral shades that will optically lengthen your shapely legs.

Achieve balance

Some women do not realize how important a role shoes play in their appearance. Properly fitted, they can not only enrich an outfit, but also help achieve a proportional look, highlight the strengths of the figure, and mask any shortcomings. 

If you want your figure to look harmonious, it is worth choosing shoes that complement your body type. We hope that our guide dispelled your doubts in this regard and helped you make the right decision.