Discover your body shape based on your bust, waist, and hip measurements. This calculator uses common classification systems to help you understand your proportions, which can be useful for fashion choices and understanding your unique physique.
How to Take Your Measurements:
Bust: Measure around the fullest part of your bust, keeping the tape measure parallel to the floor.
Waist: Measure around the narrowest part of your natural waistline, typically above your belly button and below your rib cage.
Hips: Measure around the fullest part of your hips and buttocks, keeping the tape measure parallel to the floor.
Ensure the tape measure is snug but not tight, and that you are standing naturally without sucking in your stomach.
function calculateBodyType() {
var bust = parseFloat(document.getElementById('bustCircumference').value);
var waist = parseFloat(document.getElementById('waistCircumference').value);
var hips = parseFloat(document.getElementById('hipCircumference').value);
var resultDiv = document.getElementById('bodyTypeResult');
if (isNaN(bust) || isNaN(waist) || isNaN(hips) || bust <= 0 || waist <= 0 || hips <= 0) {
resultDiv.innerHTML = 'Please enter valid positive numbers for all measurements.';
return;
}
var bodyType = "Undetermined";
// Common thresholds (can be adjusted)
var similarityThreshold = 0.05; // 5% for "similar"
var significantDifference = 0.10; // 10% for "significantly different"
var hourglassWaistRatio = 0.75; // Waist is 25% smaller than bust/hips
// Helper to check if two values are similar (within similarityThreshold percentage)
function areSimilar(val1, val2) {
return Math.abs(val1 – val2) / ((val1 + val2) / 2) <= similarityThreshold;
}
// 1. Hourglass: Bust and Hips are similar, and Waist is significantly smaller
if (areSimilar(bust, hips) &&
waist <= bust * hourglassWaistRatio &&
waist hips * (1 + significantDifference)) {
bodyType = "Inverted Triangle";
}
// 3. Pear: Hips are significantly larger than Bust
else if (hips > bust * (1 + significantDifference)) {
bodyType = "Pear";
}
// 4. Apple: Waist is the widest point, or very close to it.
// This includes cases where waist is significantly larger than bust/hips, or waist is the largest measurement.
else if (waist > bust * (1 + significantDifference) || waist > hips * (1 + significantDifference) ||
(waist >= bust && waist >= hips)) {
bodyType = "Apple";
}
// 5. Rectangle: Catch-all for remaining cases where measurements are relatively similar
else {
bodyType = "Rectangle";
}
var explanation = "";
switch (bodyType) {
case "Hourglass":
explanation = "Your bust and hip measurements are nearly equal, and your waist is significantly narrower, creating a well-defined waistline. This shape is often considered balanced and curvy.";
break;
case "Inverted Triangle":
explanation = "Your bust measurement is significantly larger than your hip measurement, and your shoulders are typically broader than your hips. You often have a strong upper body and narrower lower body.";
break;
case "Pear":
explanation = "Your hip measurement is significantly larger than your bust measurement, with a narrower upper body and a defined waist. Your weight tends to distribute more around your hips and thighs.";
break;
case "Apple":
explanation = "Your waist measurement is similar to or larger than your bust and hip measurements, with a fuller midsection. Your shoulders and hips may be similar in width.";
break;
case "Rectangle":
explanation = "Your bust, waist, and hip measurements are relatively similar, with a less defined waistline. Your body tends to have a straighter silhouette.";
break;
default:
explanation = "Based on the measurements, your body type could not be definitively classified into one of the standard categories. This can happen if your proportions fall between typical definitions or if the measurements are unusual.";
}
resultDiv.innerHTML = '
Your Body Type: ' + bodyType + '
' + explanation + ";
}
Understanding Female Body Types
While every woman's body is unique, these general classifications can help in understanding proportions and choosing clothing that flatters your figure. Remember, these are guidelines, not strict rules, and your health and well-being are far more important than any body shape label.
The Five Common Female Body Shapes:
Hourglass: Characterized by a bust and hip measurement that are roughly equal, with a significantly narrower waist. This shape is often seen as balanced and curvy.
Inverted Triangle: Women with this body type typically have broader shoulders or bust measurements that are significantly larger than their hip measurements.
Pear (or Triangle): This shape is defined by hip measurements that are significantly larger than the bust, with a narrower upper body and a defined waist.
Apple (or Round): An apple body type usually has a waist measurement that is similar to or larger than the bust and hip measurements, with a fuller midsection.
Rectangle (or Straight): For this body type, the bust, waist, and hip measurements are relatively similar, resulting in a straighter silhouette with less waist definition.
Examples of Body Type Calculations:
Hourglass: Bust 36 inches, Waist 26 inches, Hips 36 inches. (Bust and Hips are equal, Waist is significantly smaller)
Inverted Triangle: Bust 38 inches, Waist 29 inches, Hips 34 inches. (Bust is significantly larger than Hips)
Pear: Bust 34 inches, Waist 28 inches, Hips 40 inches. (Hips are significantly larger than Bust)
Apple: Bust 38 inches, Waist 39 inches, Hips 37 inches. (Waist is the largest measurement)
Rectangle: Bust 36 inches, Waist 32 inches, Hips 37 inches. (Bust, Waist, and Hips are relatively similar, Waist is not significantly smaller)