At Recollection, we believe confidence begins with feeling at home in your own skin—and your clothes. Dressing for your body type isn’t about rigid rules or trends. It’s about discovering what highlights your best features and embracing the pieces that make you feel empowered. When your wardrobe works with your body—not against it—style becomes effortless and deeply personal.
Our silhouettes, fabrics, and proportions are all intentionally crafted to align with your shape and lifestyle. Understanding your body type empowers you to make thoughtful choices, helping you dress with clarity and creativity, not confusion. In this expanded guide, we go deeper into the nuances of shape, proportion, and self-expression so you can curate a wardrobe that feels as good as it looks.
The Linen Shirt Dress moves with you—graceful, breathable, and beautifully crafted
The Breakdown: Body Types & What Works
Hourglass: Defined waist, balanced bust and hips. Wrap dresses and curve-hugging knits are your best friends. The Jersey Wrap Dress in stone enhances your silhouette with its natural flowing skirt. Pair it with a Soft Scarf in cream for elegance and sun coverage.
Pear: Slim upper body, fuller hips and thighs. Balance your frame with volume and color up top. Our Boxy Tee in black draws attention upward, especially paired with the Frayed Denim Midi Skirt in grey wash, which offers structure without cling.
Volume up top and clean lines below—how to flatter a pear-shaped frame with ease.
Rectangle: Uniform shape with minimal curves. Add definition with peplum tops, textured layering, and gathered waists. The Gauze Button-Down Maxi Dress in taupe provides natural volume while keeping your profile sleek.
Apple: Fuller midsection with slimmer arms and legs. Look for elongating shapes and soft tailoring. The Linen Shirt Dress in white floats away from the body while remaining structured and breathable.
Styling Tips by Body Type
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Choose fabrics that drape rather than cling.
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Use layering to add proportion.
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High-rise skirts and tucked tops create definition.
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Avoid over-accessorizing—let tailoring speak for itself.
Expert Q+A
Q: "Can I wear relaxed pieces if I’m petite?"
A: Yes! Balance flowy silhouettes with structured elements. The Linen Wrap Dress in a light tone creates vertical lines and elongates.
Q: "How do I shop smarter for my shape?"
A: Try styles that highlight your favorite feature—whether it's your waist, neckline, or legs. Recollection's SS25 line focuses on cuts that work with, not against, your natural form.
Checklist: Dressing for Your Body Type
✔ Know your shape
✔ Choose cuts that flatter, not fight, your frame
✔ Prioritize comfort AND polish
✔ Build your wardrobe around silhouettes you return to again and again
Recollection Testimonial
"I’ve struggled to find modest clothes that actually fit my shape until now. The Recollection boxy tee and frayed denim skirt are on repeat this summer.”
—Rivka, NYC customer and mom of two
Shop the SS25 Body Love Edit ❤️
Explore our curated pieces that flatter every frame. From effortless dresses to essential layering tees, SS25 is designed to work with you. Discover confidence in motion.
