What dress shapes suit an inverted triangle body?

V-neck wraps, A-line midis, fit-and-flare cuts with a plain bodice, tiered full-skirt maxis, dropped-waist styles and bias-cut slips. Every one of them keeps the bodice simple and puts volume below the waist, which is how you balance shoulders and a bust that lead the frame.

Should an inverted triangle avoid puff sleeves?

Generally, yes — a puff sleeve adds width at the exact point that's already the widest part of your frame, and it usually cuts the arm at an unhelpful angle too. If you love the look, choose the smallest version you can find, keep the neckline deep and open, and pair it with a genuinely full skirt so the lower half still balances the top.

What neckline is most flattering on an inverted triangle?

A V-neck, and it isn't close. The vertical line draws the eye down the centre of the chest, narrows the apparent shoulder width and breaks up a fuller bust. Scoop necks and soft cowls work well too. The ones to skip are boat necks, bardot lines and high round necks, which all draw a horizontal across your broadest point.

Do wrap dresses suit an inverted triangle body shape?

Wrap dresses are one of the best cuts for this frame, as long as the V is genuinely deep. The crossover creates a vertical, the tie marks the waist and the skirt adds a little width across the hip. Avoid the shallow, high-cut wraps that end up reading as a boat neck — check the depth on the hanger before you take it in.

How do I know if I have an inverted triangle body shape?

If your shoulder or bust measurement is more than about two inches wider than your hips, you're an inverted triangle. In the mirror, your shoulders read as the widest part of your frame and your hips look narrow by comparison. Athletic builds and fuller-chested women often land here. [How to find your body shape](/style-hub/how-to-find-your-body-shape) walks through it properly.

What's the best UK brand for inverted triangle dresses on a budget?

M&S, for the sheer volume of V-neck wraps and A-line midis with sensible shoulder seams. Mango is a strong second, particularly for tiered maxis with narrow straps. In both cases, check the sleeve detail before you commit — the cut can be perfect and a gathered shoulder will still undo it.