Kibbe Body Type Test

Kibbe Body Type Test

Use the Kibbe body types quiz to find your unique body type and choose clothes that suit your figure.

Understanding your body type to enables you to showcase your personal style to the world.

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Introduction

The Kibbe Body Types system is based on David Kibbe, who published a book in 1987 called David Kibbe's Metamorphosis: Discover Your Image Identity and Dazzle As Only You Can, A Personal Image And Style Book For Women. In this book, Kibbe introduced a style type theory known today as the Kibbe body type system.

The Kibbe Body Type system is is more detailed than the usual hourglass shape, pear shape, or apple shape classify for body typing. The Kibbe Body Types quiz below will help you identify what is the body type of you. Such as Bone Structure, Body Flesh, and facial features to determine an individual's unique body type.

The Kibbe Body Types quiz with pictures below will help you identify what is the body type of you. Such as Bone Structure, body flesh, and facial features to determine an individual's unique body type.

By answering questions with examples and using this online calculator, you can discover which Kibbe Body Type your body belongs to.

Preparations

Before starting the Kibbe Body Types Test, please make sure to prepare the following:

  1. Wear only underwear or a bikini swimsuit. Take a full-body photo of yourself with the camera positioned at chest level. Keep your arms relaxed and by your sides, as stretching your arms can make them appear longer than they actually are.
  2. Face the camera and take a front-facing photo with a slight smile.

These preparations will ensure accurate results during the Kibbe Body Types Test.

Body Type Quiz

PART I. BONE STRUCTURE

1. How Long Is Your Vertical Line?

The term "your vertical line" does not refer to your actual height, but rather how tall you appear visually. The proportions between your head and other body parts typically influence it.

If your head is small, you might look taller than you really are. But if your head is big, you might look shorter than you really are.

Vertical Line A: Long Body Type - Appears taller than actual heightAVertical Line B: Moderately Long Body Type - Appears slightly taller than actual heightBVertical Line C: Moderate Body Type - Appears true to actual heightCVertical Line D: Small Body Type - Appears slightly shorter than actual heightDVertical Line E: Petite Body Type - Appears much smaller than actual heightE

A: Long

It looks taller than I actually am

B: MODERATELY LONG

It looks slightly taller than I actually am

C: MODERATELY

It looks just like my real height

D: SMALL

It looks slightly shorter than my real height

E: PETITE

It looks very small than I actually am

2. what's the shape of your shoulders?

Shoulders A: Narrow and sharp body type with angular and slender appearanceAShoulders B: Broad and blunt body type with wider masculine shouldersBShoulders C: Symmetrical and even body type with balanced shoulder shapeCShoulders D: Sloped and tapered body type with noticeable slope and delicate impressionDShoulders E: Sloped and rounded body type with evident slope and softer, curved appearanceE

A: Narrow and Sharp

This type of shoulders appear angular, sharp, and extremely slender, resembling a thin and bony structure. lack of softness and roundness, displaying only distinct edges and sharpness.

The main difference with Answer B is their narrow range.

B: Broad and Blunt

This type of shoulders shoulder also have a masculine appearance. However, their edges are not sharp but rather blunt.

It's wider compared to Answer A.

C: Symmetrical and Even

This kind of shoulders do not possess extreme angularity nor significant sloping.

If you are confusing, choose this Answer.

D: Sloped and Tapered

This type of shoulders exhibit a noticeable slope. It often give off a delicate and graceful impression

But unlike Answer E, it's retain sharp edges.

E: Sloped and Rounded

This type of shoulders display an evident slope and are relatively slim.

What distinguish from Answer D is the rounded edges. There are no sharp angles present, adding a softer and more curved appearance.

3. what's the shape of your arms and legs?

Arms and Legs A: Elongated and narrow limbs reaching beyond the midpoint of the thighsAArms and Legs B: Elongated and broad limbs reaching beyond the midpoint of the thighsBArms and Legs C: Moderate length arms and legs proportionate to the torso and heightCArms and Legs D: Small and slightly short limbs, fingertips not reaching the midpoint of the thighsDArms and Legs E: Small and very short limbs in proportion to height and torso, fingertips not extending beyond halfway point of the thighsE

A: Elongated And Narrow

Your fingertips reach beyond the midpoint of your thighs.

These arms and legs differ from Answer B in that they are narrow. The bone structure of elbows, wrists, and ankles are all slender

B: Elongated And Broad

This type of arms and legs are characterized by their length as well. Your fingertips extend beyond the midpoint of your thighs, indicating an elongated proportion.

In contrast to Answer A, the bones are broader and wider. The elbows, wrists, and ankles are not excessively thin.

C: Moderate, proportionate to your torso and height

These arms and legs also have length as a characteristic.

Your fingertips reach approximately the midpoint of the length of your thighs.

D: Small And Slightly short

These arms and legs are a bit shorter compared to the rest of the body, but the difference is not significant.

Your fingertips do not reach the midpoint of your thighs.

E: Small, very short in proportion to my height and torso

This type of arms and legs are notably shorter in comparison to the rest of the body. Your fingertips do not extend beyond the halfway point of your thighs.

4. How to describe the size and shape of your hands and feets?

Hands A: Long and narrow hands larger in proportion to the faceAHands B: Large and broad hands significantly larger than the faceBHands C: Moderate-sized hands proportionate to the torso and heightCHands D: Small and delicate hands with an elegant and slender formDHands E: Small and wide hands maintaining a smaller proportion but with a wider appearanceE

A: Long And Narrow

Your hands are larger in proportion to the face.

However, the shape is elongated and narrow. Both the palms and fingers are long.

B: Large And Broad

Your hands are significantly larger than the face, showcasing their impressive size.

However, what sets them apart is their noticeable width, with both the fingers and palms being broader compared to the previous description.

C: Moderate, proportionate to your torso and height

Your hands exhibit a harmonious proportion relative to the face and body.

They strike a balance, neither overly large nor excessively small, and neither excessively narrow nor overly broad.

D: Small and delicate

Your hands possess a slightly smaller scale in comparison to the face.

They also showcase an elegant and slender form, being long and delicately shaped.

E: Small and Wide

Similar to the previous response, your hands maintain a smaller proportion in relation to the face.

However, what distinguishes them is their width, as they possess a wider rather than narrow appearance.

PART II. BODY FLESH

5. What's the shape of your body?

Body Shape A: Lean and sinewy body type with a long and straight silhouetteABody Shape B: Broad and muscular body type with wide shoulders and minimal waist definitionBBody Shape C: Evenly proportioned body type with moderate definition and symmetrical appearanceCBody Shape D: Very shapely body type with a delicate hourglass figure and angular shouldersDBody Shape E: Very soft body type with lush curves and a pronounced hourglass figureE

A: Long

Lean and sinewy

This body type is characterized by a long and straight silhouette, lacking prominent curves. The breasts tend to be small to average in size, the waist appears straight and lacks definition, and the hips are narrow.

Even in cases of overweight or excess body weight, this body type generally does not develop distinct curves.

B: Broad

Tending toward muscular

This body shape is characterized by its broadness. The shoulders are wide, and the waist is also wide with minimal or no definition. The hips may be narrower than the shoulders or of similar width.

Even when experiencing overweight or excess body weight, this body type typically does not develop distinct curves; instead, it tends to become stocky.

C: Symmetrical

Evenly proportioned

This body shape exhibits moderate definition at the waist, with the bust and shoulders being equal in width. The waistline is not as sharply defined as in body types D and E, but it is also not as straight as in body types A and B.

In general, this body shape maintains a symmetrical appearance, but with only moderate definition. It strikes a balance between not being overly curvy and not being extremely straight.

D: very shapely

A delicate hourglass shape

This body shape possesses an hourglass figure similar to that described in answer E. However, it is not as rounded and exhibits some angularity around the shoulders.

When experiencing weight gain or overweight, the body becomes even curvier, but the sharpness at the shoulders remains noticeable and intact.

E: Very soft

Lushly curved, a ripe hourglass shape

This body shape embodies a complete and pronounced hourglass figure. The shoulders, breasts, and hips are distinctly rounded and curvaceous.

Even when having a slender or skinny physique, the roundness of the limbs remains noticeable and apparent.

6. What's the shape of your bustline?

Bustline A: Flat and taut bustline with very small breastsABustline B: Wide and broad bustline with relatively flat appearance and small breastsBBustline C: Moderate-sized and evenly proportioned bustlineCBustline D: Shapely and curved bustline more prominent than the waistlineDBustline E: Very prominent bustline with full and rounded breastsE

A: Flat and taut

The bustline in this body type is characterized by being flat, with very small breasts.

Even during periods of being overweight, there is minimal or no accumulation of flesh in this area.

B: Wide and broad

Similar to answer A, this body type features a relatively flat bustline with small breasts. What distinguishes it from answer A is its broader width.

During periods of being overweight, a slight amount of flesh tends to accumulate in this area.

C: Moderate

In even proportion.

This body type has a moderate-sized bustline. The breasts are neither overly full nor completely flat in appearance.

When experiencing weight gain or being overweight, flesh tends to accumulate evenly throughout the body, including the bustline.

D: Shapely, curved

More prominent than my wasitline.

This body type features a prominent bustline. The breasts are notably large and rounded, although they may not be as full as described in answer E.

During periods of being overweight, there is a tendency for flesh to accumulate in this area, further accentuating the prominence of the bustline.

E: Very prominent

The bustline of this body type is exceptionally prominent, with full and rounded breasts.

Irrespective of weight fluctuations, the bustline remains consistently prominent, maintaining its noticeable and pronounced appearance.

7. What's the shape of your waistline?

Waistline A: Elongated waistline that tapers or narrows, even when overweightAWaistline B: Elongated and broad waistline without distinct curves or a defined waistlineBWaistline C: Moderately defined waistline balanced in proportion with the bustline and hiplineCWaistline D: Very small and distinctly defined waistline with a subtle sharpnessDWaistline E: Softly defined waistline with a smooth, rounded curve and a feminine appearanceE

A: Elongated

But boyishly tapered Even when overweight.

The waist of this body type is characterized by its elongated length in comparison to the rest of the body. It lacks distinct definition and instead tapers or narrows, even in cases of being overweight.

Regardless of weight or body size, the waist maintains its elongated appearance and does not exhibit well-defined curves or a defined waistline.

B: Elongated

But tends to be very straight (if thin) or thick (if overweight).

Similar to answer A, this body type possesses a long waistline relative to the rest of the body. However, in contrast, the waistline is broad and lacks any noticeable definition.

The waist maintains its elongated appearance without distinct curves or a defined waistline, resulting in a broader and less defined waist regardless of weight or body size.

C: Moderate

Slightly defined, but not overly cinched

This body type exhibits a waist that falls in between being very straight and highly defined. It maintains a balanced proportion with the bustline and hipline.

If none of the other descriptions closely align with your body shape, this option could be the most suitable choice.

D: Very small

In proportion to my bust and hips.

The waist in this body type is distinctly defined, but it possesses a subtle sharpness.

It differs from answer E, which features a more rounded curve, as the waist in this body type has a slightly sharper curve, similar to answer D.

E: Softly defined

But tends to be slightly wide.

The waistline in this body type is clearly defined, but with a soft and gentle quality. It lacks any sharpness and instead forms a smooth, rounded curve that adds to the overall feminine shape and appearance.

8. What's The Shape of your hipline?

Hipline A: Tapered hipline that is straight and boyishly narrowAHipline B: Straight and slightly tapered hipline that is slightly wideBHipline C: Moderately proportioned hipline in even proportion with the bust and waistlineCHipline D: Shapely and rounded hipline more pronounced than the waistlineDHipline E: Extremely soft and rounded hipline with a prominent, fleshy, and rounded appearanceE

A: Tapered

Straight and boyishly narrow

The hipline in this body type is characterized by its straight and narrow appearance, lacking definition.

During periods of being overweight, there is a tendency for weight to accumulate in this area, further emphasizing the straightness and narrowness of the hipline.

B: Straight

Slightly tapered and slightly wide

Similar to answer A, this body type features a straight and undefined hipline. However, in contrast, the hipline in this body type is wider than the one described in answer A.

During periods of being overweight, there is a tendency for weight to accumulate in this area, further accentuating the width of the hipline while maintaining its straight and undefined appearance.

C: Moderate

In even proportion to my bust and wasitline

The hipline in this body type falls somewhere between being very straight and highly rounded. It does not strongly exhibit either characteristic.

If none of the other descriptions closely match your hipline shape, this option may be the most appropriate choice for you.

D: Shapely and rounded

More pronounced than my waistline

The hipline in this body type is consistently prominent and wide, regardless of weight fluctuations.

Irrespective of changes in body weight, the hipline maintains its noticeable and broad appearance, emphasizing its prominent characteristic.

E: Extremely soft and rounded

Whatever your weight is

The hipline in this body type consistently exhibits a highly prominent, soft, fleshy, and rounded appearance, regardless of weight fluctuations.

Regardless of changes in body weight, the hipline maintains its distinct and noticeable prominence, characterized by its softness, fleshiness, and rounded shape.

9. How to describe the flesh on your upper arms and thighs?

Flesh on Upper Arms and Thighs A: Long, lithe, and sinewy flesh on the upper arms and thighsAFlesh on Upper Arms and Thighs B: Elongated and muscular-looking flesh on the upper arms and thighsBFlesh on Upper Arms and Thighs C: Moderate and balanced flesh on the upper arms and thighsCFlesh on Upper Arms and Thighs D: Soft and slightly short flesh on the upper arms and thighsDFlesh on Upper Arms and Thighs E: Very soft, slightly wide, and fleshy flesh on the upper arms and thighsE

A: Long

Lithe and sinewy

If you are heavy, but the flesh in your arms and thighs is lean for your weight, choose this option.

It indicates that despite being overweight, your arms and thighs have a relatively lean appearance compared to the rest of your body.

B: Elongated

Tending toward muscular

This option should not be selected solely based on going to the gym. It is not influenced by exercise and will always have a muscular-looking flesh, regardless of workout habits.

C: Moderate

If you feel you are somewhere in the middle, select this option. It suggests that your body does not strongly align with the descriptions provided in the other choices, indicating a moderate or balanced physique.

D: Soft, slightly short

If you are thin but still have soft and squishy flesh, choose this option. It implies that despite having a slender body, your flesh lacks firmness and has a soft, malleable quality.

E: Very soft, slightly wide and fleshy

Similar to answer D, if you are thin but have soft and squishy flesh, select this option. It indicates that your slim physique is accompanied by flesh that feels soft and has a squishy texture.

PART III. FACIAL FEATURES

10. what's the shape of your jawline?

Jawline A: Sharp jawline that is either very pointed, very prominent, or very squareAJawline B: Broad or blunt jawline that is slightly wideBJawline C: Moderate jawline that is symmetrical, neither wide, sharp, nor roundedCJawline D: Delicate jawline that is tapered or slightly narrowDJawline E: Rounded or softly wide jawline with a gentle round shape and smaller jawbonesE

A: Sharp

Either very pointed, very prominent or very square

The jawlines in these options are characterized by their distinct square, angular, and sharp features.

Typically, they are quite prominent and easily noticeable.

B: Broad or blunt

Slightly wide

The jawlines described in this selection are similar to answer A in terms of their prominence.

However, instead of a sharp edge, they have a blunt or slightly rounded one. This indicates that while they maintain their angularity, there is a subtle softening at the edges, resulting in a slightly more rounded appearance.

C: Moderate

Symmetrical, neighter wide, sharp or rounded

The jawlines exhibit a combination of sharpness and roundness. They possess some distinct angles while also displaying a subtle softness in their contour.

If none of the other choices accurately represent your jawline, this option is the most appropriate.

D: Delicate

Tapered or slightly narrow

The jawlines gradually taper towards the chin, resulting in a narrow appearance. They exhibit a noticeable sharpness as they slope downwards, creating a defined and elegant profile.

E: Rounded or softly wide

The jawlines are characterized by their round shape. There is no sharpness at the edges, as they are gently rounded.

Additionally, the jawlines typically feature smaller jawbones, contributing to their overall rounded and softer appearance.

11. what's the shape of your nose?

Nose A: Sharp or prominent nose that is highly noticeable and narrowANose B: Broad or blunt nose that is on the large side, possibly wideBNose C: Moderate nose that does not exhibit extreme features of size, roundness, or sharpnessCNose D: Delicate nose that is tapered and narrowDNose E: Rounded or softly wide nose that is small in size with a rounded tipE

A: Sharp or prominent

This nose is highly noticeable and can have a significant size.

Unlike answer B, it has a narrow and sharp appearance. It possesses a distinct prominence that draws attention.

B: Broad or blunt

But on the large side, possibly wide

This nose is broad in shape and may be large in size.

Similar to answer A, it is prominently featured on the face and easily catches attention.

C: Moderate

This nose is characterized by what it lacks. It does not fall into the categories of being very large or small, nor does it exhibit extreme roundness or sharpness.

If you don't strongly identify with the other options, this choice is suitable.

D: Delicate

Tapered and narrow

This nose is delicate, small, and has a narrow structure. It is characterized by its subtle and refined appearance.

E: Rounded or softly wide

Similar to answer D, this nose is small in size.

However, it lacks the sharpness of answer D and instead has a rounded tip. It presents a gentler and more curved contour compared to the sharper nose in answer D.

12. What's the shape of your eyes?

Eyes A: Narrow, straight, closely spaced, or almond-shaped eyesAEyes B: Narrow, straight, and widely spaced eyesBEyes C: Evenly spaced, symmetrical, moderate-sized eyesCEyes D: Rounded, slightly close together, possibly almond-shaped or upturned eyesDEyes E: Very round and very large eyes with a highly prominent appearanceE

A: Narrow, straight, closely spaced or almond-shaped

This type of eyes are characterized as small, straight, and typically closely spaced.

B: Narrow, straight and widely spaced

This type of eyes are straight, elongated, and tend to have a wider space between them.

C: Evenly spaced, symmetrical, moderate size

This type of eyes do not strongly exhibit either straightness or roundness. They must have an even spacing.

If your eyes are not evenly spaced, this option should not be selected.

D: Rounded, slightly close together

Possibly slightly almond-shaped or up-turned

This type of eyes are larger than those described in answers A and B, but not as large as the eyes in answer E.

They have a slightly rounded or upturned shape and may be slightly closely spaced.

E: Very round and very large

This type of eyes are exceptionally large, resulting in a highly prominent appearance.

They are also very round in shape, drawing significant attention.

13. What's the shape of your lips?

Lips A: Straight and narrow lips, sometimes described as 'thin-lipped'ALips B: Straight and strong lips, slightly broad but not fullBLips C: Moderate lips, evenly shaped and neither straight nor overly fullCLips D: Slightly full and rounded lips, small with a delicate and rounded shapeDLips E: Very full, very rounded, and very luscious lips, notably rounded and larger with a plump appearanceE

A: Straight narrow

Sometimes described as 'thin-lipped'

This type of lips are characterized as small, straight, and potentially thin lips in appearance.

B: Straight strong

Slightly broad, but not full

Similar to answer A, these lips are straight in shape.

However, they are wider than answer A and are not particularly full.

C: Moderate

Evenly shaped, neigher straight nor overly full

These type of lips do not fit precisely into the other categories. They do not exhibit extreme straightness or roundness, nor do they fall into the categories of being very thin or very full.

If none of the other options strongly resonate with your lips, select this choice.

D: Slightly full and rounded

This type of lips are small, resembling those described in answer A, but they have a delicate and rounded shape.

While not as full as the lips in answer E, they possess a soft fullness.

E: Very full, very rounded and very luscious

This type of lips are notably rounded and very full. They are larger, fuller, and rounder compared to the lips in answer D. They have a prominent and plump appearance.

14. What's the shape of your cheekbones?

Cheekbones A: High and prominent cheekbones with a sharp, narrow shapeACheekbones B: Wide cheekbones that are quite prominentBCheekbones C: Moderate cheekbones with a balanced and moderate appearanceCCheekbones D: Delicate cheekbones that are narrow and slightly roundedDCheekbones E: Rounded cheekbones with a soft and gentle contourE

A: High and prominent

These cheekbones are highly noticeable and stand out on the face.

They possess a sharp, narrow shape and are positioned high on the face, contributing to a defined appearance.

B: Wide

Similar to answer A, this type of cheekbones are quite prominent.

They may be broad in size, and their prominence draws attention, similar to answer A.

C: Moderate

This type of cheekbones are characterized by what they are not. They do not exhibit extreme sharpness and prominence, nor do they possess significant roundness.

Instead, they fall somewhere in between, creating a balanced and moderate appearance.

D: Delicate

Narrow, slightly rounded

This type of cheekbones are delicate in their structure.

While they do have a slight sharpness, they are not as prominent as the cheekbones described in answer A.

Additionally, they display a subtle roundness, although not as pronounced as in answer E.

E: Rounded

This type of cheekbones have a soft and rounded shape.

They are not highly prominent and lack the sharpness seen in answer D.

Instead, they present a gentle and rounded contour, creating a softer appearance.

15. How to describe the flesh on your cheekbones?

Cheek Flesh A: Taut and flat flesh on the cheekbones, even when overweightACheek Flesh B: Fairly taut flesh on the cheekbones, with a slight puffiness when overweightBCheek Flesh C: Moderate flesh on the cheekbones, soft but not puffyCCheek Flesh D: Soft and fleshy flesh on the cheekbones, may become full with excess weightDCheek Flesh E: Very soft, very fleshy, and very round flesh on the cheekbones, even when at the thinnestE

A: Taut and flat

Even when overweight

The flesh on your cheekbones is tight and firm.

When you smile, a noticeable indentation forms in the hollows of the cheeks. Even when overweight, the cheeks remain taut, and puffiness is not observed.

B: Fairly taut

But I do tend to get a little 'puffy' when I put on weight

The flesh on your cheekbones is relatively tight.

When you smile, there is a slight indent in the hollows of the cheeks, although it is not as pronounced as in answer A.

When overweight, the cheekbones may exhibit a slight puffiness.

C: Moderate

Soft, but not puffy

These cheeks neither have an extremely taut nor excessively fleshy appearance.

If you do not strongly identify with the other options, choose this one.

D: Soft and fleshy

May get extremely full with excess weight

The flesh on your cheekbones is soft and fleshy, although not as rounded as described in answer E.

When overweight, the cheeks tend to become very full.

E: Very soft, very fleshy, very round

Even when I'm at my thinnest

The flesh on these cheeks is highly round and fleshy.

Even without smiling, the cheeks appear round and puffy.

Furthermore, even with a slender physique, these cheeks maintain their soft and fleshy texture.

16. How to describe your hairs?

Hairs A: Extremely finely textured hair, silky smooth, either straight or with a slight bendAHairs B: Strongly textured hair, coarse and heavy, either thick and straight or curlyBHairs C: Moderate texture hair, slightly wavy or with a bendCHairs D: Moderately thick hair, with a bend, wave, or curlDHairs E: Extremely thick hair, with lots of wave or curl, and a soft surfaceE

A: Extremely finely textured

Silky smooth, eigher straight or with a slight bend

B: Strongly textured

Coarse, heavy, either thick and straight or curly

C: Moderate texture

Slightly wavy or with a bend

D: Moderately

Thick, with bend, wave or curl

E: Extremely thick

With lots of wave or curl, with soft surface

Answer Summary

Bone StructureA0 B0 C0 D0 E0 (4 more quiz)
Body FleshA0 B0 C0 D0 E0 (5 more quiz)
Facial FeaturesA0 B0 C0 D0 E0 (7 more quiz)

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