How to Hide a Fat Tummy

There are a variety of reasons why a woman might develop a big tummy. This can happen when you're overweight and tend to store fat in your abdominal region or you may be prone to hormonally mediated bloating. There is also a subset of women who develop bloating and abdominal distension after eating a meal, particularly one high in carbs. In rare cases, a bloated abdomen can be a sign of a serious illness. If suddenly find yourself experiencing abdominal distension you've never had before, it's best to see your doctor. However you want to look at it, a big stomach can be a frustrating figure problem to deal with. Here are some tips on how to hide that big stomach.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

1. Choose The Right Undergarments.
   
   One trick for achieving the appearance of a tighter abdominal area is to wear a double pair of control top panty hose. This is a strategy frequently practiced by fashion models when they walk on the runway. The slight back pressure of the control top hose against your tummy will also remind you to hold your stomach in and work on your posture. Another more expensive option is to purchase a seamless body shaper which will fit snuggly and seamlessly against your torso, giving the illusion of a tighter tummy. These shapers can be found in department stores or purchased online at Shop.com
2. Watch Your Posture.
   
   Some women suffer from a protruding tummy due to poor posture. This is actually more common than you might think. Even if your large stomach is due to excess fat accumulation, it can be helped by improvement in your posture. Make it a point to be aware of how you're standing. Learn to throw your shoulders back and pull your abdominal muscles in when you stand and walk. At first this may seem difficult, but over time it'll become second nature if you practice it regularly. Exercises designed to help your posture can also have a positive impact on the appearance of your tummy. Of course, you don't want to neglect abdominal toning exercises and aerobics to burn excess fat. These can help to tighten your abdominal region so you won't need to disguise it.
3. Dress To Hide a Prominent Tummy.
   
   The way you dress can have a big impact on the appearance of your stomach. A wrap dress can be quite flattering if you're sporting a little too much tummy as can an empire style dress with a high waist. Not only will this style help to disguise a plump stomach, it'll add the illusion of length which will make you appear taller and thinner. Another way to disguise a tummy is to wear a blouse or shirt with a scalloped or fringe edge which hangs down below your tummy. Avoid wearing pants that are too tight or constrictive or pants with pleats which can call attention to the abdominal region. Wearing pants with a print pattern can also disguise a less than perfect abdominal area. Another strategy is to highlight one of your better figure features. Do you have great legs? Emphasize your legs with a shorter skirt and high heels. If you're showing off a dynamite pair of legs, it's almost guaranteed that no one will notice your less than perfect stomach.