Your Violin Hips Are Beautiful

Violin hips (also called hip dips) are the inward curves on the sides of the body below the hip bones. The name comes from the violin-like silhouette they create. They are completely natural and affect about 30% of women.

Yes — violin hips and hip dips are the same thing. Different terms for the same natural anatomical feature. "Violin hips" is often used in body positivity contexts because it sounds more elegant.

Violin hips are caused by bone structure and cannot be eliminated. However, their appearance can be reduced through exercise, shapewear, fillers, or surgery for those who wish to do so.

No — violin hips are a normal body variation that many people find attractive. Beauty standards are cultural and change over time. Many women and celebrities proudly embrace their violin hips.

Violin hips are caused by the shape of your pelvis — specifically the distance between your hip bone (ilium) and the top of your thigh bone (femur). They are genetic and cannot be changed without surgery.