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The Best Silhouettes For An Athletic Body Shape

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William Smith

Published Mar 30, 2026

If you prefer to highlight your long neck, you can also go for crew, cowl, or v-necks, which will also work to make shoulders look smaller. You can also use necklaces or an embellished neckline to bring out your bust instead, while an open back can work great to bring out your shoulder blades (via Stitch Fix). Sleeveless tops will show off your toned arms, while three-quarter sleeves will give your upper half a seriously feminine shape.

As Social the Lifestyle Magazine points out, belts can be an athletic body shape's best friend, defining the waist at a moment's notice. Use a thicker belt to create more of a waist when wearing dresses, or tuck your tops into high waist jeans with a belt for an hourglass look.

For outerwear, Stitch Fix also recommends fitted, structured jackets or cropped styles that will give you a seemingly-curvy shape. For dresses, athletic bodies can pick and choose from a variety of styles: Short minidresses will play up your gorgeous gams, strapless or halter styles will show off your arms, and backless styles will draw attention to your toned shape. Fitted jumpsuits are another fun alternative for a curvier silhouette, while A-line shapes and belts will create more of a waist.

Clearly, athletic shapes have a lot of options to choose from when it comes to highlighting their stunning, toned features — so have fun!