Hourglass figure: what is it and how to create your own unique style?

Feminine forms of a figure called "hourglass" at all times were considered one of the most attractive and desirable. A healthy lifestyle, proper nutrition, moderate physical activity, as well as properly selected clothes can provide an invaluable service in the quest to achieve ideal parameters.

Before proceeding with the description of the parameters of the hourglass figure, you should understand the existing types. A female figure can be of several types, which can be identified by external signs.

• In the form of a rectangle. With this physique, the size of the hips, waist and shoulders are almost at the same level.
• In the form of an apple. This form is characterized by roundness, a prominent tummy, the shape of the waist is blurred.
• In the form of a pear. This type is characterized by the presence of narrow shoulders, a disproportionately wide bottom. A narrow waistline stands out.
• In the form of a triangle with the base up. This type is characterized by a wide girth of the shoulders (wider than the circumference of the hips), the waist has less pronounced lines.
• In the form of an hourglass. This type is characterized by proportional sizes of the upper and lower parts. The waistline is clearly marked.

The parameters of the hourglass figure are close to all known template sizes 90x60x90.However, in this case we are not talking about such a rigid framework. The shoulders may be the same girth with the hips, and may have a slightly smaller size. The calling card of this type is a very thin waist, the volume of which is 25-30% less than the volume of the hips. Hands are of medium size, corresponding to the whole complexion.

This figure is characterized by elegant bends, proportional shapes. Even when gaining weight, fat is distributed proportionally. However, in the presence of a mixed type of form, fat deposits can mostly be deposited in the hips, which is often found in the pear-shaped form. Fat deposition in the waist area is more common in a triangular shape.

It should be noted that there is no clear size for the figure resembling an hourglass. Owners of this type can be very thin, average weight or chubby. Growth also ranges from smallest to tallest. This type of figure is given by nature and it is impossible to create it without the intervention of a plastic surgeon.

It must be remembered that any type of figure can easily become unattractive if you do not pay proper attention to it and abuse bad habits. Improper nutrition, a sedentary lifestyle lead to weight gain, decreased tone, blurred lines, and simply to poor health.

An ideal appearance, first of all, means a healthy appearance. Here, a positive attitude, sparkle in the eyes, vitality, self-confidence are important. And if there is dissatisfaction in appearance, then boasting such characteristics is difficult.

Before you begin to solve the existing problem, you need to understand what is its cause. If we are talking about forms, it is important to understand that natural data cannot be changed, however, you can always make some adjustments that will help create your own unique style. Changing your lifestyle, giving up bad habits, you can easily achieve the desired result.

The correct diet allows you to achieve beautiful forms at home without the use of various diets, medicines. In this case, you don’t even have to give up your favorite sweets. However, in everything you should know the measure. Changing established norms is very difficult and you need to immediately prepare for the fact that it takes several months to develop a habit of eating right. But as they say, the road will overpower the going.

So, in order to lose weight and get the cherished figure with a thin waist, you need to do the following:

• take food only when there is awareness of apparent hunger, but do not wait for a fainting state;
• it is not recommended to put large portions in a plate: you need to eat until the state when there is a feeling that the feeling of hunger has disappeared;
• it is better to eat food several times a day in small quantities;
• chew food slices slowly, savoring each slice;
• it is important to listen to your body and eat what you want, while you need to enjoy not only the taste, but also the look and smell of food;
• you should forget about snacks on the way to work or while walking;
• take food no later than 3-4 hours before bedtime;
• the diet should be varied, saturated with nutrients, vitamins.

Instead of sugar, it is better to use honey. However, here it is important to know the measure. Lovers of chocolate are recommended to choose species with a cocoa content of 70%. Nuts and dried fruits cannot be excluded from the diet.

Fatty foods should be limited. As meat dishes, it is recommended to give preference to turkey, chicken, beef. Very useful cereals. In the diet must be present porridge from oatmeal, buckwheat. Useful lentils, eggs, fish.

It is also better to exclude the use of flour, pasta, instant cereals, not to mention cakes, sweets, rolls. It is important to limit the consumption of soda, energy drinks, alcohol. More protein, fat and, to a lesser extent, carbohydrate should be present in food.

You should drink more fluids, but its amount should be agreed with your doctor, especially if there are diseases of the urinary, cardiovascular system. Gradually, giving preference to useful products, the body will begin to rebuild. The desire to eat something on the run, before going to bed, or simply from nothing to do, will disappear.

Compliance with simple rules of proper nutrition will help get rid of heaviness throughout the body, fatigue, and feelings of discomfort in the stomach. Gradually, the shape of the figure will become slimmer, and the mood more positive.

With the help of special exercises, you can bring the parameters of an imperfect figure closer to ideal. Daily workouts give a boost of energy, positive for the whole day. Muscle tone rises, tightness of forms appears, fat folds disappear.

If there is an hourglass figure, great efforts are not required to get the desired result. And with such a figure, it is quite difficult to engage in professional sports that require tremendous physical exertion. In this case, it is enough to limit yourself to long walks. A good effect is provided by dancing, running, swimming, cycling, skating, skiing.

Daily gymnastics for 15-20 minutes using exercises for muscle groups of the abdomen, chest, hips, back, neck, legs allows you to stay in tone, helps to strengthen posture, improves blood circulation. Before gymnastics, they prepare muscles, warm themselves up, and adjust their breathing. After charging, you should do a small set of stretching exercises. You can use special breathing practices, yoga.

You can perform exercises at home. However, before embarking on a set of exercises, it is recommended that they be done with the instructor at least once. In some cases, before doing gymnastics, you should consult with your doctor about the presence of contraindications.

Those who have other types of shapes, for example, in the form of a rectangle, where the main problem is the blurred waistline, it is recommended to focus on exercises that strengthen and tighten the muscles in this area. If the figure resembles a triangle, then it is important to pay attention to a set of exercises aimed at strengthening the muscles of the hips. In the presence of a pear-shaped figure, it is recommended to pay attention to the muscles of the shoulder girdle.

Moderate physical activity helps to form body shapes that are comfortable and easy. However, remember that motor activity should become a habit, otherwise any improvement will be temporary.

When creating the perfect look, you should pay great attention to the wardrobe. The first impression is formed in appearance, manner of holding, ability to dress. A correctly selected image gives confidence to manners, freedom of movement, emphasizes the dignity of the figure, appearance in general. Features of the wardrobe depend not only on personal preferences, imagination, shape, height, but also on age. This should be remembered when choosing one or another type of clothing.

In the wardrobe of fashionistas, who are under 30 years old, there must be both basic things for everyday wear and things for going to various events.

The basic things include:

• jeans;
• sweaters, sweaters;
• tops;
• skirts;
• dresses;
• shorts;
• T-shirts
• turtlenecks;
• jackets.

The example shows options for dresses and blouses that will look perfect on a slim figure.

Among the things for events in the wardrobe you should definitely have:

• pants with a jacket, shirt or blouse;
• evening dress;
• coat.

The colors of things can be very different. The shape should be selected depending on the features of the figure. If there is an hourglass figure, it is better to give preference to models that emphasize the chiseled body shape. It is recommended to choose soft fabrics.

In order to emphasize the figure, you can use the belt. One of the advantages of a young age is the permissibility of wearing short skirts, dresses, open tops. However, here you should be careful not to emphasize the shortcomings.

If you are short, you should avoid cropped trousers or jeans. Their length should be at the level of the middle of the heel. It is also not recommended to wear trousers flared from the knee, low-rise models. Baggy things that make a beautiful figure shapeless should be avoided.

The style of outerwear can be different, but more often at this age they prefer sports items. With a figure of the hourglass figure, it is recommended to wear things with a fitted cut. Length may vary.

At a more mature age, the choice of clothing should be approached with particular care. In the wardrobe should also be present things for everyday wear, for example:

• dresses;
• skirts;
• blouses
• pants;
• Jackets
• sleeveless jackets.

You should also have things for events, for example:

• Evening Dress;
• business suit;
• coat.

The example shows the styles of models for different occasions.

For women aged, plain clothing is suitable. When choosing a style, you should choose those models that will emphasize the advantages of the figure and hide the flaws. Therefore, most often choose dresses or skirts of medium length and below. In this case, pencil skirts or skirts with a wide fold at the knee level, sheath dresses, and smell models look perfect.

Baggy items are also not recommended. If the shape of the figure is complete, then you should choose more loose styles of blouses that can be tucked under the skirt or under the strap. Dark tones give harmony to the figure. Therefore, in the wardrobe of every woman, a black cardigan should be present.

Many celebrities boast an enviable hourglass figure. Among them are famous actresses, such as:

• Marilyn Monroe;
• Monica Bellucci;
• Kate Winslet;
• Halle Berry;
• Scarlett Johansson;
• Megan Fox;
• Salma Hayek.

This figure is also found in the modeling business, a striking example is the model Naomi Campbell.

It should be noted that this is, rather, an exception to the rule, since models often have figures gravitating to rectangular or triangular shapes.

• Elegant bows create fitted dresses made of light-fitting fabric.

• Chic dresses are perfect for a special, solemn occasion.

• Light outfits for everyday wear perfectly emphasize the dignity of the figure.

• Examples of interesting combinations that give the silhouette harmony and femininity for those who look full and have a short height (160 cm or less).

The example shows an evening dress that perfectly emphasizes the beautiful curves of a chiseled figure. This model is suitable for special occasions. However, some elements of the outfit can be easily applied in everyday life.

About what exercises you need to do with an hourglass figure, see below.