Inverted Triangle Shape ~ Styles that suit a broader back and larger abdomen by Lindsey Brown
Angled Patterns
Clever us of prints and patterns that are angled take the eye away from the body. creating shape and curves to balance the hips and waist with the upper body.
Flared Dress
Size down to the smaller size you wear in a dress as you want to create slim shoulders and balance the hips with a flared skirt.
Open V Back
The open V back is so shapely and allows more room in the upper body for a larger bust and larger shoulders, it's such a slimming shape to wear.
Drop Waist
The Bloused top of our drop waist dresses is very flattering for broader shoulders as the blouson shape is so flattering and balances the shoulders and upper body.
Loose Waist
Floaty and loose fitting maxi dresses in our light weight prints drape beautifully. The loose shapes avoids too much fabric around the upper body.
The inverted triangle body shape is defined by broader shoulders, a fuller bust, and often a wider back, with slimmer hips and legs. Women with this figure may also carry weight around the midsection, creating a top-heavier silhouette. At Lindsey Brown resort wear, we carefully design garments that flatter and balance the proportions of an inverted triangle shape, enhancing your confidence and style without adding too much fabric or width to your body shape. To soften the upper body and create a more harmonious silhouette, our resort wear focuses on adding movement and volume to the lower half while offering flattering coverage above.
Styles we suggest : Our flattering drop-waist dresses are an ideal choice, as they draw the eye downward, elongating the torso and minimising attention to the bust and shoulders, as the fabric drapes beautifully. Our blouson-style beach dresses also offer a relaxed fit through the top, helping to gently drape over the chest and tummy without clinging. The clever use of our hand embroidery draws the eye upwards away from any areas you wish to hide. Signature Lindsey Brown styles, such as low v-back dresses, create space on the back without having to go up a dress size to accommodate a larger bust. These clever design details subtly enhance your silhouette. With luxurious supple cotton fabrics and light weight silks and prints, our beach dresses and resort wear garments help balance your figure beautifully, perfect for chic holiday dressing that flatters from every angle. You can also browse resort wear for other body shapes here.
Resort wear for Triangular body shapes
Lindsey Brown flattering resort wear for inverted triangle body shapes
- Dresses or Kaftans with angled patterns
- Flared hemline dresses
- Low v back beach dresses
- Drop waisted bloused beach dresses
- Loose waisted kaftans
Dresses and Kaftans with Angled Patterns: For women with an inverted triangle body shape, dresses and kaftans featuring angled patterns are an ideal way to create visual balance. These carefully placed diagonal or asymmetric designs help to draw the eye downward and outward, softening the appearance of broader shoulders and enhancing the lower body. At Lindsey Brown Resort Wear, our angled prints and embellished designs are expertly crafted to flatter your silhouette. These visual lines create an hourglass illusion, helping to shape the body without the need for structured tailoring. Whether you're wearing a kaftan over swimwear by the pool or styling a silk dress for a sunset dinner, angled patterns are a subtle yet powerful tool for balancing your proportions beautifully.
Flared Hemline Dresses like the Provence Dress : One of the most flattering styles for the inverted triangle shape is a flared hemline dress, and the Provence Dress by Lindsey Brown is a perfect example. This elegant resort dress gently skims the bust and waist before flaring out below the hips, creating volume where it's needed and softening the top-heavy look of broader shoulders. The movement of the skirt adds femininity and grace, while the overall silhouette helps to draw focus away from the upper body. Crafted in breathable, high-quality cotton, the Provence Dress is both flattering and practical for warm-weather destinations. Whether worn on a Caribbean cruise or to a summer wedding abroad, this flared-hemline style offers effortless elegance tailored for your shape.
Low V Back : Another perfect choice is our low V-back dress, which creates space around the shoulders and upper back without compromising on fit. This allows for a more flattering silhouette without needing to size up for a larger bust.
Our drop-waist dresses : One of the most flattering styles for the inverted triangle shape is our signature bloused beach dress. These garments subtly elongate the torso and draw the eye downward, creating a more balanced look. The soft drape of lightweight silk and cotton skims over the body without clinging, making it perfect for staying cool and confident in the heat. For a relaxed and elegant option, our blouson-style beach dresses gently float over the bust and midsection, softening the upper body while allowing room for movement. Our signature hand-embellished designs also help to guide the eye and add feminine detail without bulk.
Loose Fitting Waist: Our loose kaftans and dresses that offer shape without adding unnecessary volume are key. At Lindsey Brown resort wear, our dresses are expertly cut from lightweight, supple cotton and luxurious silk crepe, which drape beautifully over the body without clinging or creating bulk. These breathable fabrics move with you, providing a relaxed fit that flatters broader shoulders and a fuller bust, while gently skimming over the waist and hips. The secret lies in our exceptional design and premium materials. Each Lindsey Brown resort wear garment is crafted to create a balanced, flattering silhouette that enhances your natural proportions. Whether you're exploring a tropical island or enjoying an alfresco dinner, our floaty, loose-fitting dresses deliver effortless elegance and comfort, perfect for warmer climates and stylish holiday dressing.
