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Female Body Type Calculator

Body Type Calculator for Women

Free female body type calculator. Enter your bust, waist, and hip measurements to instantly identify your body shape — hourglass, pear, apple, or rectangle — with expert styling advice.

4Female body types
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How to measure for the female body type calculator

1

Bust

Measure at the fullest point of your chest, keeping the tape horizontal.

2

Waist

Measure at the narrowest point of your torso, usually 2–3 cm above the navel.

3

Hips

Measure at the widest point of your hips and bottom, with feet together.

Keep the measuring tape snug but not tight, and measure at least twice for accuracy. You can use centimetres or inches — the calculator accepts both.

The 4 female body types explained

A body type calculator for women classifies your measurements into one of these four shapes:

Hourglass

~8% of women

Calculation rule

Bust ≈ Hips, waist at least 25% narrower

Styling tip: Waist-defining cuts and wrap styles work brilliantly.

Full Hourglass style guide

Pear

~20% of women

Calculation rule

Hips noticeably wider than bust

Styling tip: A-line skirts and statement tops balance proportions.

Full Pear style guide

Apple

~14% of women

Calculation rule

Waist equal to or wider than bust and hips

Styling tip: V-necks and empire-waist dresses elongate the torso.

Full Apple style guide

Rectangle

~46% of women

Calculation rule

Bust, waist and hips all within ~5% of each other

Styling tip: Peplum tops and belted waists add curve definition.

Full Rectangle style guide

Why use a body type calculator for women?

Shop smarter

Knowing your body type helps you head straight for cuts and silhouettes that flatter your proportions, eliminating trial-and-error fitting room sessions.

Understand proportions

Body type classifications are about ratios, not size. A size 6 and a size 18 can both be hourglass — the shape describes proportion, nothing more.

Personalised style advice

Each body type result comes with tailored recommendations for clothing cuts, hairstyles, and glasses frames that work with your natural silhouette.

Body-positive framework

Understanding your proportions helps you dress to feel great rather than conform to trends. Every body type has a full set of flattering style options.

Body type calculator for women — FAQ

What are the female body types?

The four main female body types are hourglass, pear, apple, and rectangle. Each is defined by the ratio between bust, waist, and hip measurements. Some systems also recognise a fifth type — inverted triangle — for women with broader shoulders or bust than hips.

How do I calculate my body type as a female?

Measure your bust (fullest point), waist (narrowest point), and hips (widest point). Enter all three into the free calculator on the homepage, select Female, and click Calculate. The tool applies a percentage-based algorithm and returns your body type in seconds.

Is body type the same as body shape?

"Body type" and "body shape" refer to the same measurement-based silhouette classification when used in the context of a calculator. Both terms describe the proportional relationship between bust, waist, and hips. You may also see "body type" used in fitness contexts to describe metabolic tendencies (ectomorph, mesomorph, endomorph), which is a different classification entirely.

Can my body type change?

Yes. Your body type classification can shift as your measurements change over time due to weight changes, muscle gain, pregnancy, or other factors. The calculation is simply a snapshot of your current proportions — re-use the calculator whenever you'd like an updated result.

Which female body type is most common?

Studies suggest rectangle is the most common female body type, accounting for roughly 45% of women. Pear shape is the second most common at around 20%, followed by apple at about 14%, and hourglass at approximately 8%.

Find your female body type — free

Enter your bust, waist, and hip measurements into the free body type calculator for women. Instant result. No account needed. 100% private.

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