Free Body Shape Calculator for Women
Calculate your body shape in seconds. Enter your measurements to find out if you're an apple, pear, rectangle, hourglass, or inverted triangle body type. Get personalized style recommendations.
Definition and Scope
A body shape calculator is a measurement-based tool that classifies human physique into categorical body types by analyzing the proportional relationships between shoulder, bust, waist, and hip circumferences.
Applies To
- ✓Adult women seeking to understand their body proportions
- ✓Fashion styling and clothing selection guidance
- ✓Personal style development and wardrobe planning
Does NOT Apply To
- ✗Medical body composition analysis
- ✗Health or fitness assessments
- ✗Children or adolescents (body proportions differ)
- ✗Pregnant women (temporary body changes)
- ✗Clinical or diagnostic purposes
Edge Cases
- ⚠Athletic builds may classify as multiple types depending on measurement emphasis
- ⚠Significant weight fluctuations may temporarily alter classification
- ⚠Body proportions at extreme ends of the spectrum may not fit neatly into standard categories
Methodology
How Results Are Derived
- Collect four measurements: shoulders, bust, waist, and hips
- Calculate ratios between measurements (bust-to-waist, hip-to-waist, bust-to-hip)
- Compare ratios against established thresholds derived from fashion industry standards
- Assign body shape category based on which threshold ranges the ratios fall within
Assumptions Made
- •Measurements are taken accurately at correct anatomical landmarks
- •Subject is standing in neutral posture
- •Measurements represent typical daily body state (not post-meal, dehydrated, etc.)
Simplifications Applied
- •Reduces complex 3D body geometry to four circumference measurements
- •Uses discrete categories rather than a continuous spectrum
- •Does not account for height, limb proportions, or vertical body distribution
Uncertainty Declaration
Results are approximations. Individuals near category boundaries may identify with multiple body types. Classification accuracy depends entirely on measurement precision.
Limitations and Known Issues
Failure Scenarios
- !Inaccurate measurements produce incorrect classifications
- !Wearing restrictive clothing during measurement skews results
- !Measuring at inconsistent heights (e.g., natural waist vs. low waist) affects outcomes
When Results May Mislead
- ⚠When used for health or medical decisions (this is a fashion tool only)
- ⚠When measurements are self-reported without verification
- ⚠When comparing results across different calculator systems using different thresholds
Version Notes
Classification thresholds based on industry-standard ratios. Methodology may be refined as anthropometric research evolves.
External References
Female body shape
Wikipedia
Our classification system aligns with the five principal female body shapes documented here
FFIT (Female Figure Identification Technique)
Simmons, Istook & Devarajan (2004)
Our methodology is inspired by academic body shape classification research
NC State University Body Shape Study
SizeUSA National Sizing Survey (2004)
Population distribution data (46% rectangle, 20% pear, 14% apple, 8% hourglass) informs our understanding of body shape prevalence
DiscoverFashions Classification Model
- Model Type
- Derivative
- Source Inspirations
- Fashion industry standard body shape categories
- FFIT (Female Figure Identification Technique) research
- Traditional fruit/geometric body shape naming conventions
- Classification Boundaries
- Five categories: Apple (round), Pear (triangle), Rectangle (straight), Hourglass (balanced curves), Inverted Triangle (V-shape)
- Why This Model Exists
- To provide accessible, privacy-respecting body shape guidance for fashion and styling decisions.
- Misuse Warning
- This tool is for fashion guidance only. Do not use for medical, health, fitness, or body image assessments. All body shapes are equally valid; this classification serves styling purposes, not value judgments.
How to Measure Yourself
Get a measuring tape
Find a flexible measuring tape. If you do not have one, a piece of string and a ruler works too.
Measure your shoulders
Stand straight and measure across the widest part of your shoulders, from the edge of one shoulder to the other.
Measure your bust
Wrap the tape around the fullest part of your bust, keeping it level all the way around.
Measure your waist
Find your natural waistline (the narrowest part, usually above your belly button) and measure around.
Measure your hips
Measure around the widest part of your hips and buttocks.
Enter your measurements
Input your measurements into the calculator and click Calculate to discover your body shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I calculate my body shape?
To calculate your body shape, measure your shoulders, bust, waist, and hips using a flexible measuring tape. Enter these measurements into our free body shape calculator, and it will instantly determine whether you have an apple, pear, rectangle, hourglass, or inverted triangle body type.
What are the 5 female body shape types?
The five main female body shapes are: Hourglass (balanced bust and hips with defined waist), Pear (hips wider than bust and shoulders), Apple (fuller midsection with slimmer legs), Rectangle (similar measurements throughout with less waist definition), and Inverted Triangle (shoulders and bust wider than hips).
How do I find my body type accurately?
For accurate body type results, measure yourself while wearing minimal clothing. Use a flexible tape measure and keep it level. Measure shoulders at the widest point, bust at the fullest part, waist at the narrowest point above your belly button, and hips at the widest point including buttocks.
Is the body shape calculator free to use?
Yes, our body shape calculator is completely free. No signup or payment required. Your measurements are processed in your browser and never stored on our servers, ensuring complete privacy.
Can my body shape change over time?
Yes, body shape can change due to weight fluctuations, aging, hormonal changes, pregnancy, and fitness routines. Many women find their body shape shifts throughout different life stages. We recommend recalculating periodically.
What should I wear for my body shape?
Each body shape has different style recommendations. After calculating your body shape, you will receive personalized advice on the best tops, bottoms, dresses, and accessories to flatter your figure. Our style guides cover clothing choices for apple, pear, rectangle, hourglass, and inverted triangle body types.
How accurate is this body shape calculator?
Our body shape calculator uses the same measurement ratios used by professional stylists and fashion industry experts. As long as you enter accurate measurements, the calculator provides reliable results based on established body shape classification systems.
What measurements do I need for the body shape calculator?
You need four measurements: shoulder width (across the widest point), bust circumference (around the fullest part), waist circumference (at the narrowest point), and hip circumference (at the widest point). You can measure in either centimeters or inches.