Body Shape Calculator

Discover your body shape: Hourglass, Triangle, Rectangle?

Measurement Instructions:

  • Bust: Measure at the fullest point of your chest.
  • Waist: Measure at the narrowest part of your torso (around your belly button).
  • Hips: Measure at the widest part of your hips.
  • High Hips: Just above the hip protrusion (on the pelvic bone).

Note: This calculator is for informational purposes only and does not replace medical evaluation.

What Is Your Body Shape? How to Determine It and Why It Matters

Do you know your body shape?

“Is my body an hourglass, triangle, or rectangle?” This question is not only important for your clothing choices but also for your fitness goals, nutrition plan, and even your health risks.

In this guide, you will learn:

  • What body shapes are

  • How they are determined

  • The characteristics of each body shape

  • Clothing and exercise recommendations for each type

πŸ’‘ Want to find out right away? Use our Body Shape Calculator at the top of the page to discover your shape in seconds!

What Is Body Shape?

Body shape is a classification of your body based on the proportions of your chest, waist, and hips. These ratios are directly influenced by genetics, hormones, and fat distribution.

The 7 Most Common Female Body Shapes:

Hourglass

  • Chest β‰ˆ Hips

  • Clearly defined waist

  • Balanced and proportional look

Top Hourglass

  • Chest > Hips

  • Narrow waist

Bottom Hourglass

  • Hips > Chest

  • Narrow waist

Spoon

  • Hips very wide (“shelf-like”)

  • Defined waist

  • Small chest

Triangle / Pear

  • Hips > Chest

  • Slightly defined waist

  • Lower body dominant

Inverted Triangle

  • Broad chest/shoulders

  • Narrow hips

  • Upper body dominant

Rectangle

  • Chest β‰ˆ Waist β‰ˆ Hips

  • Slightly defined waist

  • Athletic look

How to Take Measurements

To measure accurately:

  • Chest: At the fullest point

  • Waist: At the narrowest point (around the belly button)

  • Hips: At the widest point

  • High hip: Just above the pelvic bone

πŸ“ Tip: Measure in the morning, while unclothed, and breathing normally.

Most Common Body Shape

Research shows:

  • 46% of women β†’ Rectangle

  • 20% β†’ Spoon

  • 14% β†’ Inverted Triangle

  • 8% β†’ Hourglass

So although the hourglass shape is popular, it is actually the rarest!

What to Do Based on Your Body Shape

Body Shape Recommendations
Hourglass Highlight the waist; full-body balanced workouts
Triangle Emphasize shoulders, open-neck clothing; strengthen upper body
Inverted Triangle Wide skirts, narrow tops; focus on lower body and glute exercises
Rectangle Layered clothing; define waist and hips
Spoon Low-rise pants; balance hips and legs

Does Body Shape Change With Age?

Yes!

  • Puberty: Estrogen widens hips

  • Pregnancy: Chest and hips increase in volume

  • Menopause: Fat shifts from hips to abdomen

Thus, your body shape is not fixed for life.

Conclusion: Knowledge Is Power

Knowing your body shape is a critical stepβ€”not only for what to wear, but also for understanding how to eat, which exercises suit you, and your health risks.

🩺 Note: This calculator is for informational purposes only. It does not replace medical evaluation. Share your results with a professional.

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