How to Make Your Waist Look Smaller
Only proper diet and exercise will truly make your waist smaller, but there are things you can do in the meantime to make your waist look smaller in appearance until you lose weight. You must learn to dress for your shape to emphasize your good traits and de-emphasize the bad. Some women have a body shape that will always be thicker in the middle, but adjustments to your wardrobe can substantially minimize your midsection.
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Wear a dark-colored belt to draw the eye inward and give the appearance of a smaller waist. Avoid bright belts because they draw attention to the true width of your waist.
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Avoid jackets that are made of flowing material or have a box-like shape. Wear jackets that are pinched at the waist. The jacket's length should fall below the waist to create the illusion of a small waist.
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Wear a full skirt to give the appearance of an hourglass figure. The flare of the skirt makes your hips look curvier and de-emphasizes your waistline. Select a skirt that falls above the knees to show off your legs instead of your waist.
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Select shoes with a clunky heel. Choose shoes that have pointed toes to give your waist a leaner look.
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Emphasize your shoulders to draw attention to them rather than your waist. Wear V-necked blouses or blouses with a cinched waist. Wear accessories that draw attention to your shoulders, such as flamboyant jewelry or scarves around your neck.
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Select dark, solid tops. Any pattern in the blouse should be near the top to draw attention away from your midsection. Don't wear bold patterns because they accentuate your waist.
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Wear a body shaper beneath your clothing to hold your waist in. A body shaper can also flatten your stomach. Many body shapers are comfortable enough to wear all day long, and have the added benefit of toning your midsection.
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Choose a dress that has shape built into it rather than a straight dress. An empire dress or a dress with darts at the hips and breasts minimizes your waist.
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Wear pants with a low waist to emphasize your hips. Purchase pants that fit well and are not too tight. They should not allow your love handles to bulge over the top of the pants. Bulges make your waist look bigger. Choose jeans that are flatter in the front and have flared legs.
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