Pear shaped women have larger hips, thighs and bottoms but their upper body is usually quite petite. Many pear shaped women struggle to find clothes that fit, which can make shopping for clothing a bit of a challenge. Structured bodices, wider necklines and shoulder cuts and styles adds glamour.  

The purpose must be to balance your shape, add volume to the upper body, highlight the waist and make the lower body look softer. Choose gowns that add proportion to your upper body and add style to your personality. Let's find the perfect gown for the special event. 

Pro Tip : Select darker, simple skirts with bright and embellished bodices to balance your silhouette.

Best Gown Silhouettes

• A‑line : It fits at the top and gently flared from the waist. Highlights the waist. Supported necklines are sweetheart, V shape and Scoop.
• Fit  flare : It fits bodice with a flared skirt at the waist which provides an hourglass look. Supported necklines are off‑shoulder and halter.
• Ball gown : Full skirts balance wider hips to give you a nice formal look. Supported necklines are strapless and sweetheart.
• Empire waist gown : It raises the waist which is great for making the legs appear long. Supported necklines are halter and v‑neck style.
• Off‑shoulder and bardot gown : It broadens the shoulder line and grabs attention at the upper part of the dress.

Necklines

• Choose a gown with a detailed neckline. This draws the attention to your upper body.
• Sweetheart and V‑neck : It adds shape and the attention to your face.
• Puff sleeves, Cap sleeves and Shoulder embellishments : It gives your upper body some volume and balances the hips.
• Beaded or Embroidered bodices : It grabs focus on the top and makes the waist look smaller.

Fabrics and Colours

• Light and flowy skirts like chiffon or tulle flow freely and do not cling to hips.
• Structured fabric like satin on the bodice helps the top hold shape.
• Darker colours at the bottom and brighter or patterned tops give a slender effect which draws the attention.

Useful Tips 

• Bold waist : Choose belts or stitched waistlines to highlight your waist.
• Heavy details : Avoid big pockets, pleats or ruffles around the hips.
• Custom tailoring: Consider separate adjustments if you need different top and bottom sizes.
• Plus sizes : Look for internal structure like corsets or shapewear and A‑line or ball gowns with favourable bodices.
• Petite pears : Choose mid‑length skirts or high waists to make your legs appear long.

Conclusion 

A pear shaped person has narrow shoulders, a described waist and fuller hips. Pear body shape is usually wider on the hips and smaller at the top. The best dress for a pear shaped woman is that fits at the waist will create the illusion of a well-shaped curvaceous figure.