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A model standing in front of a beige background wearing the Saint and Sofia Akia dress. To the left, a zoomed in image of the A-line skirt. To the right, a zoomed in image of the square neckline and cinched bodice.

Apple Body Shape

Our Favourite Dresses for an Apple Body Shape

By Emily Weatherill

If you have an apple body shape, your silhouette is beautifully full through the midsection, with shapely legs and a gently rounded waistline. So, if styling is all about elongation, the key here would be drawing the eye upward, defining your bust, and highlighting your legs. But how do you find that in a dress? Well, here’s our handy guide on how to find the most flattering dresses for apple body shapes.

WHAT BODY SHAPE AM I?

Empire Waist Dresses

An empire waist dress is one of the most flattering styles for an apple body shape. With its raised waistline just under the bust, it shifts attention upward and allows the skirt to flow softly over the midsection. This creates a long, lean line that feels comfortable and graceful.

A model wearing the Dacey dress by Saint + Sofia. A square neck, long sleeve midi dress with an empire neckline that's perfect for apple body shapes.
A close up of a model wearing the Dacey dress by Saint + Sofia. A square neck, long sleeve midi dress with an empire neckline that's perfect for apple body shapes.

Wrap Dresses

A wrap dress, like our Maggie Wrap Dress, is a beautifully flattering style for your body shape. The adjustable tie cinches at your narrowest point, creating the illusion of a defined waistline, while the V-neckline elongates your torso and balances your proportions.

A close up image of a model wearing the Saint and Sofia Maggie Wrap Dress. A long-sleeved design with a fixed wrap bodice that's perfect for flattering apple body shapes.
A model wearing the Saint and Sofia Maggie Wrap Dress. A long-sleeved design with a fixed wrap bodice that's perfect for flattering apple body shapes. Here, it is styled with a quilted nylon shoulder bag and black suede ankle boots.

Shift Dresses

For an effortless everyday look, the shift dress is a natural fit. Its straight silhouette skims the body without clinging, offering ease and elegance. Our Corinne Shift Dress also boasts a mini length, which is perfect for making a show of your beautiful legs, too. Pair with statement accessories or bold prints to draw attention where you want it most.

A model wearing the Saint and Sofia Corinne Shift Dress in black. A crew neck, sleeveless mini that falls loosely over your figure and is perfect for appl body shapes.
A model wearing the Saint and Sofia Corinne Shift Dress in black. A crew neck, sleeveless mini that falls loosely over your figure and is perfect for appl body shapes.

A-Line Dresses

An A-line dress provides just enough shape to balance the apple body figure. Fitted at the top and flaring out softly from the waist, it frames your bust beautifully while leaving room for movement below. You can enhance the look by pairing A-Line Dresses like our Akia Dress with a belt at the waist to really cinch that silhouette.

Necklines & Details for an Apple Body Shape

When dressing an apple figure, the neckline choice is important:

  • V-necklines lengthen your torso and slim the midsection.
  • Scoop and sweetheart necklines highlight your bust without adding volume.
  • Structured shoulders or capped sleeves add balance to the upper body.

Celebrate Your Shape

The best dresses for your body are the ones that make you feel confident, comfortable, and completely yourself. Whether you love the sculpting effects of a wrap or the flow of an empire waist, these styles are here to celebrate your natural proportions.

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