Too often, women pass up the chance to wear lingerie because they feel that their body isn’t right for it. This simply isn’t true, as there is lingerie for every shape and size. The key is knowing how to accentuate parts of the body and redefine others. Here is a simple guide to help you decide what lingerie fits your body best.

Big on Top: Busty

The most important thing to recollect when wearing lingerie if you’re busty is support! Even if you don’t want to show off your top, make sure you’re wearing something with underwire or pads for support. Corsets and bustiers accentuate your upper body by making it appear full and firm.

Pear Shaped: Fuller on the Bottom

If you have wider hips and a smaller upper body, your goal is to make yourself appear more even. Pick a bra with padding and lots of boost to create the illusion of fuller breasts. Stay away from bland colors and instead opt for lace, embroidery, and bright designs. As for the bottom, most pear shaped women attempt to conceal their lower half, but all this does is make it appear fuller. Choose a brief style panty with a high cut to make your legs appear longer. A high waist also slims your hips and gives you more of a proportioned shape.

Athletic: Lean, Defined, and Muscular

Lean, athletic bodies can take advantage of the wide range of frills, ruffles, and eye catching designs that lingerie sellers offer. Bras with bows and bright embroidery are good for this shape; attempt ones that have flashy or unique straps. Stay away from strapless bras or tops that have no curved shapes. Contrasting bottoms in boybrief or brief style add curves, while thongs and g-strings will only make everything appear flatter.

Petite

For petite bodies, less is more. Lots of fabric and designs can make smaller bodies seem crowded and bulky. Matching tops and bottoms create a balance, and a simple strapless bra is flattering on petite shapes. Avoid bulky corsets or intricate bottoms, as they can make you appear shorter or stockier.