Knowing your body shape can help you choose clothes that look best on your figure. Start by taking your body measurements to see if you have an apple-shaped body type (larger around your midsection), pear shape (wider hips and thighs than bust), hourglass shape (with a well-defined waist with similar bust and hip measurements), or rectangular shape (with little difference between your bust, waist, and hip measurements). Once you've determined your body shape, use this knowledge to select pieces that highlight your best features and flatter your figure.