If you have an hourglass silhouette (or in Spanish “reloj de arena”), choose coats that cinch at the waist to showcase your natural curves. Belted coats, wrap coats or those with structured tailoring are ideal for this body type.  They emphasize the narrowest part of your body and maintain the balance. Look for fabrics that drape beautifully without adding unnecessary bulk.

 

For those with a triangle silhouette, coats that add volume to your upper half will create balance. Styles with structured shoulders or coats with eye-catching collars are great choices. 

 

If you have a rectangle silhouette, focus on creating curves. Coats with belts, peplum details or asymmetric hemlines add dimension to your silhouette. Textured fabrics, such as tweed or boucle, can also give the illusion of more shape. 

For an inverted triangle (or strawberry shape body), choose coats that soften the upper body and add balance to your silhouette. A-line coats, trapeze silhouettes or those with minimal detailing on the shoulders work beautifully. Look for designs with volume at the hemline, like flared or pleated coats, to create symmetry. Avoid shoulder pads or epaulets that may emphasize the upper body.

 

Lastly, for those with an oval silhouette , coats that elongate the torso are key. Avoid bulky fabrics or oversized designs that add unnecessary volume to the midsection. A-line silhouettes or coats with empire waists can also work beautifully, drawing attention upward.