Here are some tips on choosing the right ethnic suit for your body type:

Hourglass shaped figure: With a curvaceous body that showcases a slender waist and gorgeously long and sexy legs, a woman with this body shape is the envy of all others. Almost anything can make you look stylish and beautiful. Look for cuts that highlight your curves and slender legs. Choose well structured churidar suits, for a casual or party look. For a more flamboyant look, pick out flared kurtas or ankarkalis cut in the regal empire, high waist, style, and add a pair of high heels to your look and you are 'ramp ready'.

Apple-shaped body: If you are of this body shape you probably are the owner of a wider torso, with sexy arms and legs. Aim to show off those sexier parts, rather than drawing attention to the waist or lower areas. Deep V-neck kurtas will accentuate your assets, while tight bottoms, such as chudidaarsorleggings, can draw attention to your slender legs. Salwar suits with A-line cuts or top pleats will work well for you. Also, try draping your duppatta on one shoulder to draw attention away from your torso. Add chunky bracelets or bangles to your look to flatter your slender arms. 

The pear-shaped women: Such women own a triangle shaped body with narrow shoulders, a trim waist and a wide hips. If you belong to this category, fret not -most Indian women are of this body type. Work with patiyalas or Punjabi salwars, since they help cover your broader hips. Collars, Chinese necks and bandgala necks, will highlight your trim shoulders and angled collar bones. Darker colours will help slim down the wider hips, but play with bright colours for your tops to draw the focus to your assets. Anarkaliswith a cinching waist and a lot of flare from the waist down will flatter your body shape immensely. The best part about your body type is that you can pull off any kind of heavy jewellery.

The rectangular figure: There is no particular body part to showcase here, so it is everything or nothing. If you have this body type, the right wardrobe can do wonders to your body shape. The best way to make your outfits work to your advantage is to highlight everything. Play around with low backs and deep necks in kurtas to draw attention away from your straight body, wide necks will show off your shoulder as well. Brighter colours will add shape to your body, while prints and patterns will flatter your figure. Select well cut salwars suits that are neither too tight nor too loose.

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