Forget Body Types... What's Your Skeletal Structure?

In Japan, it has become increasingly popular to dress according to the skeletal structure you were born with, rather than the Western concept of body shapes.

Yumetenbo has provided their customers with an easy quiz to help find their skeletal structure! Below I've translated the quiz, so you can find out what styles suit you best too!

The skeletal structure is defined by how the muscles and fat attach to your bones, as well as the shape and positioning of your joints. There are three skeletal types: straight, wave, and natural. You may see these types attributed to models alongside their height, weight, and three sizes (bust, waist, hips).

You may want to keep a notepad handy, as you will want to tally your answer choices.

1) What are the characteristics of your neck?

A) I have a short neck. B) My neck is rather long.

C) I have a thick or muscular neck.

2) What are the characteristics of your collarbones?

A) They're not very noticeable. B) They stick out a little bit. C) They're very prominent and stick out a lot.

3) What is the thickness of your chest plate? Look at your body from the side, focus on your sternum and general chest anatomy excluding the breast.

A) My chest sticks out and appears three-dimensional. B) My chest looks smooth and flat.

C) My collarbones and shoulders protrude more than my chest.

4) What are the characteristics of your waist?

A) It's a little smaller compared to my bust and hips.

B) It's noticeably smaller than my bust and hips.

C) It's about the same compared to my bust and hips.

5) From the side, how does your body look from waist to buttocks?

A) I have a high waist, and my buttocks is rounded.

B) I have a low-set waist and hips.

C) I have a high waist, and my buttocks are long and flat.

6) What are the characteristics of your legs?

A) I have thick thighs and thin calves; the bones appear straight.

B) I have thin thighs and thick calves; the shins tend to curve outwards.

C) My thighs are average and I have thick shin bones.

7) What are the characteristics of your arms and hands when viewed from the side?

A) My arms are thick and the thickness is uniform down to my fingertips.

B) My arms are thin and gradually taper down to my fingertips.

C) My arms are bony or muscular and I have protruding joints. Sometimes rings get stuck on the joints of my fingers.

8) Where do you notice fat when you gain weight?

A) My waist and upper arms tend to get bigger.

B) My lower body and thighs tend to get bigger.

C) I gain weight uniformly.

9) What is the texture of your skin (on the body, not the face)?

A) Mostly firm; it stretches a little bit.

B) Soft and moist; it is very elastic.

C) Firm and a little hard; it doesn't stretch much.

Now you're done! Tally up how many times you chose A, B, and C!

If you got mostly A - you're a straight type!

If you got mostly B - you're a wave type!

If you got mostly C - you're a natural type!

If you tied or are unsure, compare yourself to the diagrams under each type. You can click on each type to learn more about them and what suits them best!

Conclusion

The purpose of this quiz is to further your enjoyment of fashion! Please do not be discouraged to wear something you like, even if your type advises against it. Wearing your favorite clothes is the best way to gain confidence, so use your results to your advantage! Always pursue your individuality and the things you love! ♡