Try
on all of your favorite clothes. Take notes on how
they fit and flatter you. Then shop for similar colors,
fabrics, shapes and lengths. |
A
great fit can make an outfit, just as a poor fit can
break it! |
A
well-cut suit is one of the most flattering outfits
you can own. Remember: dark tones create a long line. |
Choose
a fingertip length jacket or one that falls mid-hip.
Pants should be straight leg or boot cut and the hem
should be worn slightly long. |
Select
flat knit, fine rib and jersey tops; Choose pants
with flapless pockets, flat fronts with just enough
stretch for added comfort. |
Know
thyself - Know your proportions!
Skinny bottom half? Wear a full top over narrow pants
Short waisted? Wear a long top and short skirt
Petite torso? Wear a fitted top with full pants
Long waisted? Pair a short top with long bottoms |
Show
off the trimmest parts of your body by combining a
tight fitting piece with a loose fitting one. |
Any
color worn head to toe in a clean, unbroken line will
produce a dynamically slimming effect. |
Don't
worry if separates don't match exactly. Tonal variations
are a creative alternative. |
Taller
bodies can take larger prints and more contrast. |
The
darker a print's background, the slimmer the look.
|
Blouses:
a collared shirt always gives a torso a few good inches
and frames the face handsomely. |
A
slim v-neck makes the neck appear longer and is usually
very flattering. |
Boatnecks
are great for minimizing waists and hips, while maximizing
sexy shoulders. |
If
your legs are fuller inside, try a side slit. If your
legs are fuller outside, a mid-front or back slit
is a better choice. |
There
is never an excuse for panty lines! A thong is a girl's
best friend - they even come with tummy control. |
Bright
colors bring attention to an area - make sure you
wear them wisely and only on your most flattering
body parts. |
Dark
hosiery is in this fall. While brightly colored turquoise
and scarlet hose may look great in the store window,
muted hues like teal and wine are much more flattering.
Match the shoe and the hose color to tighten the look
even more. |
A
shoulder bag tucked quietly under the arm is most
flattering.
|
Stilettos
are back and inspite of the discomfort at times -
they make your legs look like a million dollars! |
