How to Minimize a Thick Waistline
Many women have a difficult time choosing a silhouette that fits their body correctly. Having a wide waistline is one of several body shapes that can be corrected with the right choice of clothing to provide a slender illusion. Combine several well-chosen clothing choices to recreate your overall look. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Short, tailored jackets
- Slim, straight slacks
- Wide belt
- Clothing with vertical stripes
Instructions
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Wear clothing that hits just above your waistline, such as short, cropped jackets.
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Choose clothing with vertical lines or patterns to give the illusion of adding height, which is more slenderizing.
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Select slacks that have straight legs to lengthen your overall silhouette.
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Accentuate your waist with wide belts that actually give the impression of a smaller waistline.
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Wear the same color on the top and bottom to minimize the contrast between your upper and lower body. One color slenderizes, rather than cuts your body in two at your waist.
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Cinch your waist under your clothing with a long line bra.
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Wear a body-hugging undergarment that's slightly elasticized to control bulges and slenderize your entire look.
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Wear clothing with full skirts to emphasize your hips. Add a wide belt and you will instantly minimize your waistline.
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Choose clothing that skims past your bust and hips to create a long, slender line. These should fit well at the top and hang straight from your shoulders.
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Add jackets to your wardrobe that have shoulder pads to help change your silhouette and have a slimming effect on your waist.
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Wear deep, wide V-neck blouses that give the illusion of a wider torso at the top of your body.
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Tips & Warnings
If you're short, it's best to keep your look simple and accentuate your height with long, lean lines in clothing. Try the princess style or an empire waist to minimize your waistline.
New-fangled clothing fads come and go and can detract from an overall look. Stick to classics that you can wear for years that complement your body type.
References
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