Skinny Hourglass Body Type: Styling Guide for Slender Hourglasses
The skinny hourglass combines classic hourglass proportions with a lean frame. Learn how to identify and dress this body type beautifully.
What Is a Skinny Hourglass Body Type?
The skinny hourglass body type has all the defining features of an hourglass shape—balanced bust and hips with a defined waist—but on a slender frame:
Skinny Hourglass Characteristics
Lean overall frame with less body mass
Balanced bust and hips (within 5%)
Defined waist at least 25% smaller
WHR around 0.7 or lower
Skinny Hourglass Measurements
| Bust | Waist | Hips | WHR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31" | 22" | 31" | 0.71 |
| 32" | 23" | 33" | 0.70 |
| 33" | 24" | 34" | 0.71 |
| 34" | 25" | 35" | 0.71 |
How to Dress a Skinny Hourglass
Best Choices
- • Fitted dresses and tops
- • Wrap styles
- • High-waisted everything
- • Bodycon dresses
- • Belted styles
- • V-necklines
- • Pencil skirts
- • Structured pieces
Avoid
- • Oversized shapeless clothing
- • Empire waistlines
- • Boxy cuts
- • Drop waist styles
- • Very stiff fabrics
- • Tent dresses
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a skinny hourglass body type?
A skinny hourglass body type has the classic hourglass proportions (balanced bust/hips with defined waist) but with a leaner, more slender overall frame and smaller actual measurements.
How do I know if I have a skinny hourglass figure?
You have a skinny hourglass if your bust and hips are balanced (within 5%), your waist is at least 25% smaller than both, and you have a naturally lean body composition with smaller measurements.
Is skinny hourglass different from slim hourglass?
The terms are often used interchangeably. Both refer to an hourglass body shape with a leaner frame. Some use "skinny" for very lean figures and "slim" for moderately lean figures.
What should skinny hourglass body types wear?
Skinny hourglass body types should wear fitted clothing that defines the waist and follows natural curves. Wrap styles, high-waisted bottoms, and structured pieces work well.
Can skinny hourglass figures wear bodycon?
Yes! Skinny hourglass figures can wear bodycon dresses beautifully. The fitted style highlights natural curves and the defined waist. Choose quality fabrics that skim rather than cling.