What body shape am I?
What body shape am I — is it an hourglass, a triangle, or maybe a rectangle? If this question troubles you, we have a solution — a foolproof body type calculator that only needs a few seconds to give you a clear answer. Instead of analyzing your reflection in the mirror and wondering which shape it resembles the most, we give you a fast and reliable way to determine what is your body type. Just input your measurements into the body shape calculator and let it classify you into one of the seven most popular groups.
How to take measurements
Our body shape calculator needs four measurements to determine your body type accurately:
- Bust: Measure at the fullest point of your bust with a soft measuring tape. Make sure that the tape is not too tight by breathing in and out.
- Waist: Your waist is the narrowest part of your torso. The measuring tape you bring around your waist should sit tightly, but it shouldn't "dig" into your skin. Don't pull your stomach in, either.
- Hips: You measure your hips at the widest point below your waist. Remember to remove your clothing and keep your feet together so that the measurement is as accurate as possible.
- High hip: This is also a hip measurement but taken in a different place than the previous one. It is taken at the top of the hip curve — not at its widest point! You need to localize the upper swell of the hip over your pelvic bone.
It doesn't matter which units you use for the measurement — our body type calculator deals equally well with imperial and metric units.
What is my body type?
Our body shape calculator will classify your body into one of the seven most popular types. Naturally, not all women falling into one category are the same.
- Hourglass: This body shape is balanced and harmonious. The bust and hips are proportional and well-balanced, and the waist is clearly defined.
- Top hourglass: It is similar to the regular hourglass with a defined waist. Your bust is visibly larger than your hips.
- Bottom hourglass: This body type has a clearly defined waist like the top hourglass. Your bust is smaller than the hips.
- Spoon: If you're a spoon, your hips are much larger than your bust. Your hips have a shelf-like appearance, and you have a well-defined waist.
- Triangle: Triangles have a slim upper body and wide hips (typically wider than the shoulders). Their waist is not clearly accentuated.
- Inverted triangle: Inverted triangles have a subtle waist and a proportionally larger upper body. Your bust and shoulders are pretty broad, and the hips are slim.
- Rectangle: Your hips, waist, and bust are about the same size. Your body is well proportioned and athletic in appearance.
FAQs
How do I know my body shape?
To find your body shape, you need to take four measurements: bust (fullest point), waist (narrowest part of torso), hips (widest point below waist), and high hip (top of the hip curve over the pelvic bone). Enter these into the body shape calculator and it will classify you into one of seven body types: hourglass, top hourglass, bottom hourglass, spoon, triangle, inverted triangle, or rectangle.
What is the most common body shape?
The rectangle (also called "banana" or "straight") is generally considered the most common body shape, where the bust, waist, and hips are roughly similar in measurement. The hourglass figure, while celebrated in media, is actually among the rarest natural body types.
Can my body shape change?
Yes, body shape can change due to weight gain or loss, pregnancy, aging, exercise, and hormonal changes. For example, women often experience redistribution of fat deposits during and after menopause, which can shift them from one category to another.
Does body shape affect health?
Body shape can be associated with certain health considerations. People who carry more weight around the waist (apple-shaped) may have different metabolic risk profiles than those who carry weight in the hips and thighs (pear-shaped). However, a body shape classification alone is not a medical diagnosis — always consult a physician for health concerns.
What is the difference between hips and high hip?
The hips measurement is taken at the widest point of the buttocks, typically the fullest part. The high hip measurement is taken higher up, at the top of the hip curve just above the pelvic bone. The difference between these two measurements helps determine whether you have a "spoon" body type, which features a characteristic shelf-like appearance in the hip area.
We try our best to make our calculators as precise and reliable as possible. However, this tool can never replace a professional doctor's assessment. If any health condition bothers you, consult a physician.