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How to Choose a Lehenga Choli to Complement Your Figure?
Whether it's your special day or you have to attend your best friend's wedding, lehenga choli is the outfit that comes to your mind instantly. The flattering silhouette of this ensemble complements every body type, making it the most popular choice among women to flaunt on any special occasion.

Indian lehenga cholis are available in numerous different styles, prints and fabrics to choose from. Most lehengas are embellished with sequins, beads, stones and are adorned with beautiful embroidery.

Let's dig into the types of lehenga choli styles that you need to select as per your body type.

Lehengas for Hourglass Shape

Women with hourglass shape have narrow, well defined waist and balanced hip to shoulder ratio. All types of designer lehengas suit women with this shape.

You can carry any type of lehenga but A-line and fishtail styles will make you look ultra glamorous as these will complement your curves. Fabric such as silk, chiffon are great for summer wedding whilst velvet is ideal for winter party.

The flowy silhouette looks ahh-mazing on your figure. Go with a short choli/blouse to flaunt your waist. Complete your look with a beautiful work dupatta but make sure not to cover up your waist.

Apart from lehengas, all other styles of Indian Dresses too suit this body type.

Flared Look for Apple Shape

Women who are apple shaped can opt for flared lehengas. The flared skirt will make sure that your waist will appear thinner. Layered style in soft fabrics can make you look beautiful.

For blouse/choli you can choose peplum style, it will cover up your waist area. Ensure that the neckline of the choli is wide to not highlight your upper body. Opt for long blouses to cover up your waist. Don't choose any design in which there is embroidery around the waist.

When styling your dupatta, select a sheer fabric and try not to wear it on your shoulders, rather carry it around your elbows. Ruffled and jacket style lehengas too look great on this body type.

Embellished Choli for Pear Shape

If your lower body is heavier than the upper body then you are pear shaped. Shop for A line lehengas as they will suit you better than any other style. Select a flowy silhouette with the main focus on the choli. This way the focus will shift from the lower part. Boat neck or off shoulder blouse will look stunning.

Vibrant colour choli will enhance the look. It will be better if it is ßembellished with stones and sequins. Embroidered blouse can be a good choice. The belt of the skirt must be on the thinnest part of your waist and flaunt a sheer dupatta to highlight it.

Mermaid cut lehenga is not for you as it brings the focus to the lower half.

Strawberry Shape

When the upper portion of your body is broader compared to the lower body then you have the strawberry shape. Purchase a lehenga that has embroidery detailing and is embellished with sequins and stones. This will make sure to divert the attention away from your broad shoulders.

Long kurti style top will look great on you. Try going with a blouse that has no work or minimal work. Don't opt for a short blouse, also make sure that it is not too tight.

A-Line Lehenga for Rectangle Shape

When the lower and upper body parts are in the same proportions then you have a rectangle shape. A-line lehengas look stunning on this type of athletic figure. Go with a silk flared lehenga and choose a short length choli.

Embroidered lehenga will keep the emphasis on the work and design of the skirt. Plunged neckline blouse with long sleeves will enhance the look. To lend a fuller look, carry a stiff fabric dupatta.