Use this unique body shape calculator to understand your body shape by entering the measurement of your body’s of Bust, Waist, High Hip to determine which of the five primary body shapes best describes your figure.
If a woman measures:
- Bust: 36 inches
- Waist: 28 inches
- Hips: 38 inches
Body Shape Calculator
| Body Type | Bust | Waist | Hips | Ratio | Classification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hourglass | 38 | 28 | 38 | 1.0 | Perfect Hourglass |
| Rectangle | 34 | 32 | 35 | 0.67 | Straight Figure |
| Triangle | 34 | 28 | 40 | 0.5 | Pear Shape |
| Inverted | 40 | 30 | 35 | 2.0 | Inverted Triangle |
| Spoon | 36 | 26 | 42 | 0.63 | Spoon Shape |
| Apple | 36 | 30 | 38 | 1.0 | Apple Shape |
| Banana | 32 | 26 | 34 | 0.67 | Banana Shape |
| Top Hourglass | 38 | 30 | 39 | 1.5 | Top Hourglass Shape |
| Bottom Hourglass | 36 | 28 | 40 | 1.0 | Bottom Hourglass Shape |
| Spoon Shape | 38 | 30 | 42 | 0.67 | Spoon Shape |
| Athletic/Inverted Triangle | 40 | 32 | 36 | 1.33 | Athletic Shape |
| Pear (Triangle) | 34 | 26 | 40 | 0.5 | Pear Shape (Triangle) |
| Rectangle (Banana) | 36 | 30 | 36 | 1.0 | Rectangle Shape (Banana) |
Body Shape Formula
The primary formula uses three key measurements:
**Body Shape Ratio = (Bust - Waist) / (Hips - Waist)**For instance:
- If Bust = 36″, Waist = 26″, Hips = 36″
- Formula: (36-26)/(36-26) = 10/10 = 1
- A ratio of 1 typically indicates an hourglass figure.
How do I figure out my body shape?
Determining your body shape involves several precise measurements:
- Shoulders: Measure across the widest point.
- Bust: Measure around the fullest part.
- Waist: Measure at the narrowest point.
- Hips: Measure at the widest point.
For example, measuring a person with:
- Shoulders: 38″
- Bust: 36″
- Waist: 28″
- Hips: 38″
What does a 36-24-36 figure mean?
The measurements 36-24-36 represent the classic “ideal” proportions often referred to as the “perfect hourglass figure”:
- 36: Bust measurement in inches
- 24: Waist measurement in inches
- 36: Hip measurement in inches
This creates a dramatic curve with a 12-inch difference between the waist and both bust and hips, exemplifying the traditional hourglass shape.
What is figure 34-26-36?
A 34-26-36 figure represents:
- Bust: 34 inches
- Waist: 26 inches
- Hips: 36 inches
This proportion indicates a pear-shaped or triangle body type, where the hips are notably larger than the bust, with a defined waist.
What body shape is 36-29-38?
The measurements 36-29-38 indicate:
- Bust: 36 inches
- Waist: 29 inches
- Hips: 38 inches
This represents a slight pear shape, with:
- A 7-inch bust-to-waist difference
- A 9-inch hip-to-waist difference
- A 2-inch hip-to-bust difference
Body Shape Measurements
Rectangle Shape Measurements
- Shoulder to hip ratio: Nearly equal
- Typical measurements: 36-34-36
- Waist definition: Minimal (<9″ difference)
- Key characteristic: Balanced proportions
Triangle Shape Measurements
- Shoulders: Narrower than hips
- Typical measurements: 34-28-40
- Waist definition: Moderate
- Key characteristic: Wider lower body
Hourglass Shape Measurements
- Shoulder to hip ratio: Equal
- Typical measurements: 36-24-36
- Waist definition: Pronounced (≥10″ difference)
- Key characteristic: Curved silhouette
Spoon Shape Measurements
- Larger hip shelf
- Typical measurements: 36-26-42
- Distinct hip-to-waist ratio
Inverted Triangle Measurements
Broader shoulders: Typical measurements: 40-30-35 Narrower hips Athletic build
References
- National Institute of Health – Body Composition Studies https://www.nih.gov/health-information
- International Journal of Fashion Design https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/fashion-design
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