Dress to Look Slimmer: Everyone wants to look slim, chic, and modern at the same time. But many people don’t know how to choose the right clothes for that. If you follow these 6 tricks, you too can look slim and modern.
Vertical stripes have the magic of elongating your body. They make the eyes move up and down, creating a taller and slimmer look. This applies to any type of clothing, be it shirts, kurtas, or pants. It is better to avoid horizontal stripes. They make your body look wider. Pleats, long scarves, etc. also give a vertical look and make you look thinner.
Wearing a single color from head to toe is a secret weapon to make you look taller and slimmer. It creates a long, seamless look that makes your body look longer. Dark colors like black, navy blue, and dark green are great for making you look slimmer. When wearing a single color, you can try different textures. For example, wearing a black silk shirt with black cotton pants can be interesting, even though they are all the same color.
Necklines that expose your neck and chest will make you look slimmer. They will make your upper body look longer and draw attention upwards. This is especially useful for those with a larger bust or broad shoulders. It is best to avoid closed necklines like round necks or boat necks, as these can make your body look wider.
It is better to choose fabrics that are soft, light and do not cling to the body. Fabrics like cotton, silk, chiffon, georgette will beautifully show off your body shape and reduce unnecessary bulk. Stiff, thick or highly shiny fabrics (velvet, satin, brocade) can add weight to the body. It is very important to wear clothes that fit your size correctly. Clothes that are too tight or too loose will not make you look slimmer. Tight clothes will highlight your body flaws, while loose clothes can hide your body shape and make you look even bigger.
High-waisted pants, jeans, or skirts will make your legs look longer and your waist look slimmer. This will help to tighten your waist and hide any excess belly fat. Tucking in your tops will further enhance this effect. With high-waisted clothing, it’s important to choose your tops in the right proportion. Wearing high-waisted pants with a long top will help to make you look taller.
Long jackets, cardigans, or coats create a vertical line and make your body look longer. They hide your hips and waist, giving you a slimmer look. Jackets that are left open can make your midsection look shorter. It’s best to wear long jackets or cardigans that fall below your shoulders. These look great over jeans, pants, or dresses. Dark colors or subtle prints are best.