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Which body shape would you prefer?

51 replies

HereLiveIAmNotACat · 11/08/2021 01:18

Out of curiosity which of the following would you choose:-

  1. Top heavy, long slim legs, big boobs, flat bum, larger belly, wide shoulders, larger back.
  1. Bottom heavy, flat stomach, flat chest, large hips/bum, chunky legs.
  1. Large chest, larger belly, average legs, standard sized bum.

Realise it’s an odd question, just asking following a debate with a colleague today Grin

OP posts:
ThreeWitches · 11/08/2021 01:28

2, because that's my body and i'm happy with it Grin

LadyCatStark · 11/08/2021 01:30
  1. I have that but with big boobs, I don’t have chunky legs but they’re really short!
HarebrightCedarmoon · 11/08/2021 01:36
  1. Slim all over with smaller boobs.

Out of the three posted, I'd prefer 2. as it's a generally healthier way to carry weight.

Ohbeeryme · 11/08/2021 04:04

2

LemonPeonies · 11/08/2021 04:17

I am 3 with a bigger bum but would prefer 2 as I hate my tummy

EccentricaGalumbits · 11/08/2021 04:18

I'd prefer none of those and a perfect slim hourglass, but we can all dream!

But if I had to choose, 2 - for the flat stomach.

Floisme · 11/08/2021 10:51

Ideally none of those. I'd choose tall, thin and androgynous, because that would be the best shape for the clothes I like to wear.

Back in the real world, I'm mostly 2 but with bigger boobs these days, which is fine.

Housewife2010 · 11/08/2021 10:59

Ideally none of those but number two would my preference. Ideally I'd have a figure like Grace Kelly's - tallish, slim and elegant with subtle curves.

Allthelights · 11/08/2021 11:02

I would choose no 4, slim all over.

From your list no 2.

I would never choose the larger belly.

Ivytheterrible1 · 11/08/2021 11:05

I'm not sure, wifh those options probably one as it is closest to my shape and I LOVE my long slim legs. I have a bigger belly but I keep my weight down so just a bit podgy rather than protruding.

No boobage to speak of though! I'd like to be more hourglass. Wouldn't like a big bum but weirdly I love the tiny frames with big bum shape on other women! Was always envious of friends who were like that.

Galassia · 11/08/2021 11:09

None of them. I prefer my shape. Long legs, small waist, hips and bosom in proportion, not big and not small.

PaleGreenGhost · 11/08/2021 11:16

Hmm. I used to be slim hourglass. I didn't appreciate it enough whilst I had it! I'm now more like the 3 in your description. If anyone can tell me where I've mislaid my small waist I'd be grateful.

Luckyelephant1 · 11/08/2021 11:20

2 for the flat stomach.

I'm petite and mostly slim with flat bum small boobs, but I have a belly and love handles which would only ever go if I NEVER ate a carb. I'd love to have a naturally flat stomach.

Judystilldreamsofhorses · 11/08/2021 11:23

I’m closest to 2, but always think an “apple” shape would be better - there is no hiding my big bum/hips.

CheerfulBunny · 11/08/2021 11:23

I'm a slim hourglass BUT with chunky legs that respond to nothing - neither exercise or diet. I often think I'd be quite happy with a tum provided I could have long slim legs. You can disguise the belly and flaunt those pins, as the DM would say. On that basis, I will vote 1 (although I've never been that bothered about having big boobs)

Ivytheterrible1 · 11/08/2021 11:51

@Luckyelephant1

2 for the flat stomach.

I'm petite and mostly slim with flat bum small boobs, but I have a belly and love handles which would only ever go if I NEVER ate a carb. I'd love to have a naturally flat stomach.

You're me, same shape exactly. I'd love a flat stomach but unfortunately I love wine and food more.
MancMum2000 · 11/08/2021 11:52

Number 1, for the good boobs and legs. Easier to hide a bit of a tum compared to chunky bum and legs, and I would prefer not to be flat chested.

PurplePlain · 11/08/2021 12:07

I'm number 2 from your list, though losing my flat belly as I get older. Would like to try being Number 1 for the wide shoulders but wouldn't want big boobs.

RavenclawsRoar · 11/08/2021 12:23

I'm 1 and have always coveted a flat stomach (even at a size 8 it still wasn't flat!) so kind of like the sound of 2. Although I do like having slim legs so I'd miss that.

DietrichandDiMaggio · 11/08/2021 12:34

I'm probably nearest to 2, as I do have slightly bigger hips and my legs aren't particularly thin, but they are muscular, not fat. I wouldn't prefer to be either of the other two shapes, although slightly envious of number 1's legs, but glad of my flat stomach and smaller boobs.

Rollerbird · 11/08/2021 12:37

2 again for the flat stomach and power of the glutes and legs

Notapheasantplucker · 11/08/2021 12:40

I'd pick 2 cos I love a nice bum and legs Grin
But in reality I'm a 4 - slim, no boobs, no bum. Sigh.

ExConstance · 11/08/2021 12:41

2, please. Don't want big boobs as they would be round my waist at my age!

Noshowwithoutpunch · 11/08/2021 12:43

1
Think I'm a bit of a no.1.
I'd not covet the chunky legs or flat chest and I'd rather long slim legs than average legs.

Nurseynoodles · 11/08/2021 12:50

I carry all my weight in my legs and even with diet and exercise my legs are sturdy and never look nice in shorts/skirts.

I know apple shape is less healthy but I figure that a belly would be easier to shift with diet and exercise and I’d look much smaller. I also think a belly is easier to disguise than big hips/legs.

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