Fashion for a Pear-Shaped Figure

Taghi Naderzad

Treat your shape like sculpture — the right clothes can add here and conceal there.

Taghi Naderzad

101 Ideas Pear Shape 1007

Pair some curves with a poufy skirt and sleeveless top. Tank, $160, DKNY; skirt, $49.90, H&M; shoes, $69, MIA.

Taghi Naderzad

101 Ideas for Pear Shaped Figures

CARRY IT OFF: An oversize shoulder bag balances big hips. Dress, $129.50, MICHAEL Michael Kors; bag, $105, Nine West.

Taghi Naderzad

101 Ideas for Pear Shaped Figures

EXPOSED: A revealing halter top draws attention to your best assets. Halter, $195, Lacoste; skirt, $168, BCBG MaxAzria.

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101 Ideas for Pear Shaped Figures

PLEASING PLEATS: Hips and thighs vanish under a wide-pleated A-line skirt. Dress, $129, Mac & Jac; shoes, $138, Banana Republic; cuff, $78, Allison Daniel.

Taghi Naderzad

101 Ideas for Pear Shaped Figures

PULLED TOGETHER: Belt a coat at the natural waist, the narrowest part of the body. Jacket, $170, Armani Exchange; pants, $69.50, The Limited; boots, $250, Miss Sixty; bag, $48, Worthington by JCPenney; beret, $115, Orit Parente.