How to Know What to Wear for Your Body Shape

Knowing what to wear for your body shape will ensure that you look your absolute best no matter what the occasion. With all the different styles and brands of clothing available today, knowing exactly what to wear for your body shape can be confusing. Here's how you can look stunning by making sure you know what to wear for your body shape.

Instructions

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   Beware of stripes if you are trying to figure out what to wear for your body shape. They can basically help or hurt you depending upon which way they are laid out. If you want a slimming effect then wear a blouse and pants with vertical stripes. In contrast, if you tend to look too skinny in some clothes then you will want to opt for horizontal stripes which can give you a fuller looking effect.

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   Black can be your best friend and a go to color if you are deciding on what to wear for your body shape. The color black has a slimming effect on everyone because it doesn't reflect much light and if you need an extra hand in producing a slimming image it can be one of your wardrobe staples.

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   As far as pants and jeans go there are two styles that can be beneficial depending upon your body type. If you have fuller or wider hips and are slightly thicker you will benefit from any type of pants or jeans with a flared led. For women, a flared led really helps to offset any unwanted curves by accentuating the bottom of the legs. If you happen to have a hard time filling out your pants or jeans then you will want to buy a slim cut pair of pants. Another option for women who have a hard time filling out their jeans is the extremely slim cut also known as "skinny jeans." This more tapered appearance will help to give you bit of form.

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   Look to offset and unwanted features and accentuate good ones. If you feel like your bottom half isn't something you're happy with wearing a colorful blouse or top and even a stylish hat can help to draw attention away from it. If you feel like your legs might be your best feature then try and show them off with skirts and form fitting jeans as well as stylish shoes.

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   Contrary to popular belief, if you feel like you are a larger size than you would like wearing baggy or thick clothes doesn't help, the extra bulk and size that they exhibit only add to a large appearance. Instead opt for clothes that contour to your body yet are not overly tight.