How to style an inverted triangle body (V-shaped body) | Justine Leconte 

I have an inverted triangle body, but I hate the clothes that make me look good. I love the ones that are good in pear-shaped bodies, but I know I look ugly as hell. So I just hide.

I also have no butt... 😑😢😢

I literally hated all the clothing she mentioned. Why meeeeeeeeeee, damn my wide shoulders.

Nice video! I naturally have an inverted triangle shape (not because I'm an athlete). I would add this: many models have this body shape; it is the most desired one for models because they frame the clothes well and are very stately on the runway!! Your shoulders are not something to "hide"; rather, you just want to avoid making them appear wider. Halter tops are great because they cut the line of the shoulder, and other body types cannot wear these as well! "V" necklines have the same effect. On bottom, wide skirts and palazzo pants look good because they balance the frame. However, this also depends on the height of your waist - I have a short waist and long legs, so wide, long skirts and pants are great for me. You don't need to only wear long tops. They look good, but consider this: your slender bottom half is an asset! I like to wear shorter, loose tops with skinny jeans or leggings (not cropped, but tops that end just below my waist). This look can be casual or very elegant; either way it looks effortless. Also, tops that highlight your back, as Justine said, because many inverted triangle girls have well-developed arms and back. My girlfriends are also asking how my arms look so lean, but really that is a natural product of my body type! In terms of fitness, if you're looking to "improve" an inverted triangle figure I would suggest focusing extra time on all the abdominal muscles (obliques especially!). I have to focus on this area because it's more difficult for us to keep our waist smaller than our hips, since our hips are narrow to begin with! But this will give you more freedom with your wardrobe!! So flaunt your assets: long and lean on bottom, elegant and stately on top! 😊

this body shape is great when you are fit as soon you get weight 😣😣it looks really not that great

I've found that tulip shaped dresses or skirts are super flattering for inverted triangle shapes because they add volume to the hips, help balance out the shoulders and create kind of an hour glass shape :)

I knew I looked better in long sleeves but I didn't know why. I don't like loose though. Hanging from my large bust and shoulders it makes it look like I'm fat when I have a small waist.

I’ve always felt insecure for having an inverted triangle shape because I hate my wide shoulders. But this really helped thank you justine

Inverted body types can experiment with their bottoms, they can wear patterns, prints, pleats. Keep the top fuss free.

Inverted triangle here: I have found that bottoms (skirts and pants) that flair out from the waist and hips do wonders for balancing out shoulders. I have also found that tops with an empire or waist-hugging features create a waist and hips lol also helping to balance out the upper and lower halves. Additionally, wearing belts at the waistline, double-wrapped, work really well and create a waist continuing to balance out the upper and lower half of the body. I try to wear a horizontal pattern on bottom and solids on top, and if solids on top, I make sure to go with vertical to create a long and slender illusion. Hope this helps!

Ah but I love my tiny waist, I don't wanna hide it :P Maybe I need to do more squats and build those hips more..but I don't think I care enough to make the effort hehe I've always loved my shoulders, they make me feel invincible. I hope they make my fellow inverted triangle ladies feel that too! xx

But my problem is that I really like my small waist. But I can't wear tight clothes because it makes my shoulder wider. Omg.

Too all my fellow inverted triangles or any body type, your not alone, I have this body type and I been self conscious of my broad shoulders since I was little and got to the point that I would argue with my mom to not be in pictures. I hated having to wear swimsuits that only showed my body more and never wanted to take off my shirt. I’m slowing trying to find clothes that looks good on me and educating myself on my qualities from these videos and so far I’m getting positive results. I stopped wearing skinny jeans which only made my shoulders look wider and do more squats as an attempt for a butt. I want to feel more comfortable and at ease with my body because it’s my own and only have one, so I have to learn to love it everyday. I hope u all find that similar closure for urself too 💖

I'm tall and was always athletic. One might call it a swimmers body. When I wear tank tops I look for wider straps. I look for tank tops that flare possibly with an empire waist. This applies to summer dresses too. Spaghetti straps look terrible.

Petite Inverted Triangle Styling (For ladies (not girls, expect it to be a little bit revealing and daring)) THIS IS REALLY LONG, BEAR WITH ME. Warning: THIS IS REALLY LONG. I didn't study styling. But through buying clothes online, I started to take interest. For me, it's about doing balance and emphasizing. So, forgive me if my advice doesn't go with your expectations. I think that the measurements should focus on the shoulders, waist, and hips. Colors and prints have an impact too. Even the difference of shades of colors. Also, the formation of prints. How the clothing is also coordinated with each other to build an outfit. For me, the definition of an inverted triangle body is a body that has wide shoulders, small waist and narrow hips. The bust is a minor focus. These measurements are what is obviously seen when looking at a body from a far distance. These are just advice, help and guide for those who are looking for one. WEAR WHAT YOU WANNA WEAR AND SLAY IT! The shade of the color has to flatter your skin. Determine your skin type before choosing a color. Just because you are an inverted triangle, doesn't mean dark colors for tops will always look good on you with every shade. Okay, so starting with the top.. -If you have big bust, wear a top that exposes a little sneak peak of the bust. Example: Sleeveless V-neck Choker Crop Top (a crop top so that there is way for the high waisted pants, and thick straps to slim the shoulders. Ladies who have big bust usually have wide shoulders) -If you have small bust, you can be skinny or a little chubby. With visible collar bones. Wear something to show off the collar bones. Example: Long sleeves Maroon V-neck bodysuit -If you have bony or skinny shoulders, wear a halter top. Example: Bondage Halter Top (dark brown) -If you have chubby shoulders or with a little big muscle, wear a halter strap with thick straps that covers the back with halter as well, or go for the safe look. Sleeveless (muscle tee like) v-necks. Example: back to back halter top dark blue For the waist, avoid giant ass belts. Like waist trainers looking ass belts or those belts that are bulky, wide and lengthy. No no no! It will emphasize the inverted triangle shape. We will put balance to it. Use waist trainers when you are at home only and at the gym. Dont wear em out. Hips: Belts like gucci, the small ones are cute already. Get a bling belt (small ones), add pins, etc . Whatever that gives attention to the hips. For the trousers, well, this ones tricky. "How am I going to look tall, at the same time, I my lower body to look wide?" Okay so, this is the deal. For beginners, once bottoms are printed or light colored, tops should be plain to give focus to the bottoms. High waisted flare jeans High waisted Light acid washed jeand White jeans Printed or colorful pencil skirts Peplums skirts Tube Jumpsuits with light colour Skater skirts Etc.. you know the drill. High waisted the best if youre shorty Shoes should be.. Nude heels (u need this trust me) Chunky heels Pointed toes (theyre hot okay) White sneakers (they make u look tall)

I have a really marked inverted triangle shape: wide shoulders, broad back, big breasts, small hips. I will never wear skinny jeans. A halter top looks fine, but the straps must be wide. V-necks are best; deep scoop necks are good. Boat necks, crew necks, and turtle necks are terrible. Peplums are excellent. Pencil skirts look terrible. Three-quarter sleeve length is good.

I’m an inverted triangle and my wardrobe consists of tight jeans and tops that show off my waist and shoulders and I feel confident and genuinely look my best in these clothes...long story short wear what you want and don’t let your body type determine your style

My shoulders makes me loose my confidence :(

I feel like I'm some kind of weird combination of rectangle, hourglass, and inverted triangle. My measurements tell me that I'm a rectangle, but my waist dips in too much that I really LOOK too much like a rectangle. My waist looks more like a slight hourglass. But then when I wear some tanktops, my shoulders look super wide and I usually think that my shoulders make me look very awkward. What the heck kind of type am I???

P.S. It seems I'm not alone in gaining weight in my mid-section, so I'm kind of an inverted triangle/apple. But really, what I have is a pot belly. Would love a video about styling THAT body type: Wide shoulders, narrow hips, flat butt, round tummy. If I'm not careful, I can look like a lima bean in profile and people ask me if I'm pregnant!

I thought I'm d only one who has this body shape....than xxxx dear

A-line or full-skirted all the way! Also, I’ve recently discovered high waisted bottoms (a late adopter), which have made my already long legs look ridiculous... which I enjoy 😉

wow this video is actually informational and not shaming of any body types! really great job. I've watched lots of these types of videos and this one was the best 💖

Such a good video with loads of information I was getting quite down about my shape and now I realise there's so many things I can do to flatter it 😁🥰 thanks alot x

Beautiful make up Justine !!! You look great as always, and you give great advice ! Thank you so much

I watch all your videos because you're soo adorable when you talk and laugh. Not to mention I learn a whole bunch of things I never heard before! Keep uploading! :)

I truly appreciate ALL of your videos, you seriously help me so much in all ways!!!

A line dresses or skirts are perfect to balance your shoulders. I use this trick all the time. Also, always wear v-neck tops I find are the only this I can wear. I stuggle loving my body type because of my small hips and large waist. When I gain weight it's always on my belly and my arms.... dressing my body can be hard...

Loved the video and absolutely love the way you make everybody type feel beautiful, no matter what their flaws are . Love your smile , you smile through your eyes

I just found your channel today and I can say that you give me confidence of my own shape and thank you so much for the tips. Even without music, listening to you is not awkward and you are adorable

I dislike how everyone is trying to hide their shoulders. My shoulders are about 2cm wider than my hips, so technically I am an inverted triangle, but I can easily pass as an hourglass, but I actually LOVE to accentuate my shoulders with puffy sleeves and ruffles and pretty much anything. It makes my waist appear even smaller than it is and creates that 80's/90's Barbie shape that I love. If you really don't feel comfortable, I don't recommend hiding your shoulders, instead accentuate your hips, and you'll get an hourglass silhouette.

My sisters and I all have inverted triangle body shapes and are about 6 ft. We have all struggled with insecurity about not appearing feminine. This video has made me feel so normal and beautiful! Finding clothes has been a struggle especially because the trends and styles that are popular often don’t compliment my body type! I am getting married soon and I would love to see a wedding dress video for inverted triangle body types!! I have been following you for years and I love your content! ❤

Hi Justine, Thank you for this video, very helpful :) As always!

Wow! I thought I was a different type but ALL the tips make 100% sense! I can’t wait to try a new take on what I wear and to feel more confident.

Love your videos! They're super informative and your voice is lovely.

Thank you so much for this video, I have been watching so many of your videos the past two days :] I am an inverted triangle shape but plus size and this helped so much ! Thank you, sending love from Washington state xo

As I’m starting my transition from make to female you have been a beacon for me . Thank you so much

i hve wide shoulders and small hips and even after putting on weight in my tummy i still notice my shoulders a lot. today i gave away all my loose tshirts. the slimmer fits make my waist the focus and you confirmed what id been thinking for a while - that long sleeved tops are the best thing ever on me. thanks again xxx

You're adorable! I could just hug you. Sorry I'll leave now...

I am 59. I would never wear most of these clothes. I wear v-neck and structured wrap dresses in quality fabrics.

I am short and an inverted triangle and i love to wear ‘new-look’ silhouette knee-length skirts and dresses, because they give me the volume around my hips and make me look very feminine, almost like an hourglass. Tulip dresses and skirts also are very good in terms of balancing the proportions. I also use basques (tops, dresses with basque, basque belts etc.) to give me the volume from my waist down to my hips. Just make sure the basque is long enough to cover your hip joints, not contrasting color and stiff enough to actually give you the lines you need. Using some pleats or ruffles can also be a good choice. When i’m not in a “girlish” mood, i choose to wear A-silhouette mini dresses, like Twiggy wore back in 60s - without any accent on my waist and hips. Or i can just wear my high-waisted skinny jeans with some loose top - and it also looks fine on me, because i look sporty without trying too hard.

I am an older inverted triangle and I love my wide shoulders which gives my body great structure as I age! We can gain a bit of weight and nobody notices lol. I like to wear A-line skirts and swing dresses because the width at the hemline balances my shoulder width and so I feel I look a bit more feminine. I don’t know about other body shapes, but for me good posture is important. I hope all of you inverted triangles learn to love your shape because when you are my age you will see what I mean!

Hey! I'm a fashion designer and a stylist from Kuwait and have a video about this. Thank you, Justine, for all you do.

Merci encore pour cette vidéo, elle est très pratique pour se donner une idée du monde du stylisme ou du conseil en image. Tes vidéos sont simples à comprendre et concises, donc sincèrement continue ce que tu fais je suis fan ^^

You are so sweet and what an amazing video❤️ I naturally have an inverted body shape. Thanks to your simply explained videos I now know I am not a freak of nature! Yes I have always felt like my shoulders were to wide...made me feel boyish. Almost always wider than other girls....being 5’ 10” I always stick out in a crowd! But thanks to you I know what I’ve got and love it! I’m looking forward to dressing it up the way you explained so greatly!🤗🤗

Hi, Justine. Thanks for making this video. Most of the information in it is spot-on for me. I've noticed for years that long sleeves, V necklines, racerback tops, palazzo pants and maxi-skirts look great on me, and now I know why. The only one of your suggestions that I can't wear is long tunic-style tops, because I'm also petite with short legs, and tunics make my legs look even shorter.

Thank you so much Ma'am for a very helpful tips. It will be a lot of help for my type of body shape God bless.

Thank you so much! I am a rectangle, but understand now I can do whatever shape I want! How exciting and how daunting for when I go shopping. You've helped me out of being confused with my body type.

Omg ✨🌟 you are a life saver

I would like to add that I recently bought a long sleeve hooded blouse in the juniors section. The blouse was designed with laced up ribbons on the left and right seams similar to how you would laced up a shoe. I decided to try on this blouse and I was amazed at how well it gave my body the impression of an hour glass figure. So I'd highly recommend this style as well.

I am an inverted triangle with no waist, short legs and I tend to gain weight mostly on my (inner) thighs so picking clothes is a real struggle. 🙄

Justine, THIS ist the perfect makeup for you!!! Wow, so classy 😉

Thank you for an informative video!

Very informative and to the point 👍 Thank you

i LOVE this channel

Hello!! I just found your cannel and im absolutley in love!!!! Awesome advice. I am a super introverted tiangle and i love my shoulders but i know that they can work against me in some cases!!

Love your videos. Btw you look great with these earrings and the bold lip

you're amazing!! thank you!!

Finally I have the right advice on what to wear for my body type. I'm average height so a pair of high heel boots is an accessory that is very flattering. Thanks you !

Omggggg loving your advice, really having problem with my body shape, problem on what will i wear everyday, shoulders wide arms big legs slim 😩😩😩😩😩

love this earrings- especially in combination with the lipstick!

Wow, thank you Justine. I have a V-shape body and I am always straggling with my clothes. Could you please make a second video (part II) including more examples of outfits and clothes for a V-shape body? Please :) What about the wedding dress?

Inverted triangle here. Love your videos. One thing I'm not seeing addressed in the video or anywhere in comments is that for a tall inverted triangle, you absolutely cannot buy a woman's shirt off the rack that even sort of fits. If it meets the top of your pants and doesn't bind in the shoulders or pits, it's far too big in the waist. I have to buy a men's shirt. And even then I have to take it in. This really restricts the colors and cuts, and makes thrift shopping more difficult because the men's section is so much smaller.

Thanks so much! Would love to see this for men... as they want to look masculine of course, but still balanced!

Great video, Justine!!! I think your advice is spot on about the body types. When I examine my shape, I find that I can have more of an hourglass body type when I am on the thinner side. When I gain 15 pounds or more, I find that my body shape changes a bit to be more like an inverted triangle. I find that my shoulder area become much more prominent. So, I think I could possibly have a slightly changing body type depending on my weight. Currently, I am working on losing weight (which I've gained over the years as a consequence of some health issues) and so far I have lost 20 pounds. This weight loss really makes me appear more hourglass, because as I lose the excess weight, my shoulder area also loses weight and it sort of evens out with my hips. I do tend to have a well defined waist (even when I am over weight). My current measurements are 43"/36"/44". At my healthiest and thinnest, they were 35"/25"/36". I am looking forward to working with my shape the best I can as it changes over the years, as I get older, to accentuate the best angle. One thing I am so looking forward to doing is wearing more dresses and skirts. My personal style is more classic and timeless and I love to look feminine, although I don't particularly look good in clothes that are more tending towards "romantic" as much. I would say I gravitate toward a more structures/tailored classic, elegant and feminine style. Thank you for all the good information you share. I find it all very good and helpful. :)

I love your videos, keep going! ;)

Justine, what a wonderful find of a channel!Absolutely love your videos! I wonder though, as an athletic, naturally slim BUT petite woman (just over 5’4) with inverted triangle body, who also almost never wear high heals, is there any adjustment to the dressing suggestions as in the video? I want to wear longer tops as you mentioned but then I’m Also very scared to have my legs look even shorter! (This short girl honestly envy your hight!!!) Thanks! Xx

wow!..this helps me a lot..thank you..

Loving the videos! Would you consider doing one for short torsos?

Love your videos! Fit and flare dresses or A line skirts can make this body type appear hourglass.

I love your gorgeous earrings!

s I'm a mixture of an apple shape and inverted triangle, I like wearing some knitted tops that have a triangle-y shape opening, like somewhat of an upside down V-neck opening that shows some part of my shoulders and neck on the top and goes all the way to the sides where almost my armpits start. I like that opening but sadly it's either the fashion designers don't like that or maybe the time is gone for that type of Blouse neck openings...:) THANKS AGAIN FOR YOUR GREAT TIPS! I WISH I COULD MEET WITH YOU IN PERSON SOME DAY WHEN YOU VISIT LA!!!

ur right about the racer top i have one thats in my favorite color in graphic design and its surprisd me how good it was on

WoW for the white long skirt!!! Everything is wow wow wow (clothes and advices) BUT THE WHITE LONG SKIRT IS MY DREAMY SKIRT★★★

I have that body shape, and with time i learned to love my wide shoulders, so i really don't mind if my inverted triangle body is too obvious. I like showing my shoulders. And there other factors, as size and tallness to decide what kind of clothing suits better.

i've had a reverced triangle body shape since i was borne and i hate it

A collared white shirt is a timeless classic, and if you unbutton it a little, creating a v neck, looks incredible

First of all, I love your videos, Justine. I'm not sure about these particular tips though. I am naturally an inverted triangle, and this is accentuated even further by the fact that I am a rock climber. I find that the clothes you mentioned here, which are meant to balance out my proportions, systematically make me look and feel like something I'm not. I admit that I do get fed up with the width of my shoulders, but only because no one seems to make clothes that fit them; beyond that, I think my silhouette ratio actually looks very good: both athletic and feminine. Unfortunately, it has taken me very long to simply embrace my morphology. It's just a shame we don't value this as a feminine shape.

Thank you! I totally fit in this body type!

Fantastic videos!! Perfectly formulated, Perfectly explained 👌. But I still got confused 😕. Couldn't figure out what type I actually am. I guess somewhere between inverted triangle 🔺️ and rectangle type. Is it possible? And Should I keep tips for both body shapes in mind? Thank you so much 💓 💗

Thanks Justine

I love my skinny jeans with loose tops (not too stiff material though)... and circle skirts. I feel those are quite flattering as well.

Your smile is really pretty and warm lovely. I don't know I just feel really comfortable just by watching this video

I have a picture of me with 3/4 armlength and a skinny jeans. I have this triangle shape and now I know why i look so wired on that photo. I totally agree with wearing long skirts, shirts that go over the hips and long armsleves. Skinny jeans work but not low waist. I wear also wide trousers and one of the best is aladin style. Also long cardigans, loose shirts, but I definitely will catch up on Rene Zellweger to see some more styles. Thanks Justine!

its hard because im skinny with this body type with a big bust.. most of the ones i see aren't a d cup :(

Hi wearing a longer top to lengthen your bodys is ok if you are not short, being short we are told to wear tops shorter so the legs dont look so short.

Thank you, Justine for all the great videos. I too am an inverted triangle but I am also petite. So...confusing. Please do try to help we petite women with a video.

thanks for the tips justine :D im gonna try a long skirt someday

A style of dress that helps me is long or 3/4 sleeve empire style dresses of tea or full length. I am short and busty so the line of an empire draws attention to my bust, not my shoulders. Also my waist and hips appear less noticeable in difference. Also, in tops, a tunic type with longer, flowing sleeves draws attention away from my shoulders paired with the skirt or pant type as you suggested also works well for me. I do have a question Justine: how do I find tops for business attire that do not give me a blocked or masculine look? Most jackets tend to give my body that look... thank you for your help!

I need some more information on this topic please make another part.

Thank you, Justine! :D Any chance of an update on this style incorporating new insights? :D :D :D

Can you make an episode on large bust? I have a thin frame boyish hips but look way bigger than I am just because I am a D cup:'( a lot of clothes look vulgar and the Zara type styles make me look 2 sizes bigger 😭 help!!!

My tips (totally agree with long skirts and wider bottoms) if I find a button-up shirt that fits I can never button it all up anyway but the vertical and v-neck helps, plus any top that can regulate (or well just keep it open) the width on the top part is great (buttons,zippers). Longer necklaces, and big scarves. I love a look of tanktop, casual dress and a scarf puffed around my neck with the triagle facing front. Bigger puffier shorts work well too for me and show off thin legs :)

That's sound really strange for me, because I always loved my big shoulders and I always thought that small and "fat" ones are ugly.

Great video , what body shape would you call a stretched hourglass , an hour glass but with a less nipped in waist and long torso ? 😊

Thank you so much for this video! I not only have an inverted triangle body but also a little bit of belly protruding. So I don't know what shape that is😂 Anyway I have a question, you suggest longer top and palazzo pants. But long top and palazzo pants don't go well together right? If I wear a wide leg pant I need to teem it up with a shorter top or tuck it in. How do I sort this?

I have this shape ,some tips that i follow...whenever i wear tight tops or blouses i make sure i wear pallazo pants like for bottoms or bulky skirts at the bottom.When it comes to skinny jeans i love wearing them with loose tops or blouses ,or peplum tops if the blouse is not long enough or i wear something with frills at the hips.

Very good video thanks

Kim Cantrell is another good example ! Great video

Oh wow. Love your channel! Just been watching a bunch of your videos, and this one is very interesting. I have this shape. I have really broad shoulders and muscular arms, but quite a big chest as well... I love skinny jeans with a high waist and I have been hiding in oversize tshirts and sweaters... But now I lost a lot of weight and I want to show of my curves... But if I have tight on top I should have flowy pants? I think I haven't worn flowy pants since I was maybe 12? haha... But I feel now like I should try! I have always liked the "dress acording to your shape" but I was more of an apple when I was bigger and now you can clearly see my shoulders are wider than my hips. Having acess fat is confusing when it comes to body shapes.