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Body Shape Calculator

Find your body shape in seconds. Enter bust, waist, and hip measurements to classify your silhouette as hourglass, pear, apple, rectangle, or inverted triangle. The calculator runs in your browser — your numbers never leave your device, and no sign-up is required.

Best for: women, fashion-aware users, proportion analysis
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Enter bust, waist, and hip measurements below to find your shape.

Body Shape Calculator

Enter your measurements below to discover your body type. Your data stays in your browser — nothing is sent to a server.
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Across the broadest part of your shoulders.
Around the fullest part.
Narrowest part of your torso.
Around the widest part of your hips.
This tool provides general guidance only and is not medical advice. Consult a qualified professional for any health-related decisions.

How the Body Shape Calculator Works

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Three measurements

Bust, waist, and hips are the only inputs required. Use a soft tape and keep it level.

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Ratios compared

The tool compares your bust-to-hip and waist-to-hip ratios against published thresholds.

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Instant result

You receive one of five standard body shape categories with a plain explanation.

How to Measure for the Body Shape Calculator

MeasurementWhereTip
BustAcross the fullest part of the chestNon-padded bra or none; tape parallel to the floor.
WaistNarrowest point of the torso~1–2 inches above the navel; do not hold your breath.
HipsWidest part of hips and buttocksFeet together; tape level all the way around.

More detail in our full How to Measure Your Body guide.

What Each Body Shape Means

ShapeDefining featureStyle note
HourglassBust ≈ hips; waist 9+ inches smallerFitted, wrap, and peplum styles follow the natural waist.
PearHips 2+ inches wider than bustA-line skirts, wide-leg trousers, brighter tops balance the lower body.
AppleWaist close to or larger than bust/hipsEmpire-waist and wrap dresses create a defined-waist illusion.
RectangleBust, waist, hips within ~5 inchesPeplums, belted styles, and ruffles add curves.
Inverted TriangleBust/shoulders 2+ inches wider than hipsFlared and pleated bottoms balance broader shoulders.

Accuracy & Privacy

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Your measurements never leave your device.

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Educational only

Body shape categories are descriptive — not medical or clinical.

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Re-take any time

If your measurements change, recalculate without signing in.

Body Shape Calculator FAQs

What is the body shape calculator formula?
The calculator compares your bust-to-hip ratio and waist-to-hip ratio against standard thresholds. These thresholds correspond to the five widely used body shape categories.
What if my measurements fall between two shapes?
Boundary results are normal. Your result is the closest match; notes from the adjacent shape will often also apply.
Is this the same as the female body shape calculator?
Same underlying logic. The Female Body Shape Calculator adds female-specific labels and notes.
How often should I recalculate?
Every 4–8 weeks if you are tracking change, or after any meaningful event.
Can men use this calculator?
The five-category system is geared toward female shapes. Men should use the Male Body Type Calculator.
Are measurements in cm or inches?
You can pick either — just use the same unit for all three.

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