Check how to choose shoes to the shape of your figure

One thing that will help you hide your shortcomings and emphasize the strengths of your figure

Are you wondering how to emphasize the strengths of your figure and at the same time hide its imperfections? The only thing you need is… properly selected shoes! They are what will help you achieve the desired WOW effect, making you look advantageous 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, abundant breasts and hips are the hallmarks of every hourglass. To accentuate your divine shapes, choose open-toed shoes that will give you even more sex appeal. 

Avoid heavy footwear that can disturb your body proportions. If you're looking for a comfy pair of casual shoes, opt for men's-inspired low shoes that you can wear even with tight dresses. Ballerinas will also turn out to be a bull's eye for each hourglass. 

Avoid thin heels that could make your legs look bulkier than they really are. Your shapes will be balanced by e.g. wedges or posts.

Shoes for an inverted triangle

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

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

Ballerinas will perfectly complement your slim legs. Also wear loafers or sneakers on a daily basis. On cold days, choose ankle boots with block heels in an intriguing color or classic Chelsea boots.

Go ahead and choose bold colors and high heels that will balance your upper body. How about comfortable posts or comfortable wedges? In these shoes you can easily spend the whole day on your feet, and in addition you will balance the proportions of your figure.

Shoes for the apple

To distract from your protruding tummy, opt for eye-catching heels to emphasize your slender legs. Intriguing details, energizing colors and original decorations around the ankle are a hit for every woman with the silhouette of an apple.

Avoid shoes with a rounded toe and platform shoes which may feel too heavy. Instead, opt for pointed toes, vertical decorations and colors that match what you currently have on your feet. Ballet shoes with a pointed finish are also perfect for apples.

Shoes for a pear

Full hips, relatively wide thighs and stout calves are the hallmarks of pears. To restore the balance between the lower and upper body, choose high heels. High sandals with open toes will work great. A proven solution will also be wearing shoes with a pointed toe, which will work both on a daily basis and for larger events.

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

Watch out for rounded ballerinas and avoid boots with ties, gladiator shoes and tight knee-length boots. Otherwise, you will additionally pay attention to the shortcomings of your figure.

Shoes for the column

Is your figure athletic? Are you characterized by a simple design and a small waistline? You are probably a typical column.

Complete your straight silhouette with classic pumps. Choose rounded or almond nose pieces that will make you look feminine. On the other hand, elegant spikes will help you lengthen your figure. Shoes fastened around the ankle or boots that end at this height will also work great.

Avoid heavy shoes. Ballerinas, classic sneakers and sneakers will be perfect for the column, they will help you display your athletic shapes. Choose neutral shades, thanks to which you will optically lengthen your shapely legs.

Achieve a balance

Some women are unaware of the importance of shoes in their appearance. Properly fitted, they can not only enrich the outfit, but also help in achieving a proportional appearance, exposing the strengths of the figure, and masking its shortcomings. 

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