Skip The Gym, Dress Slim

We love the energy that comes with the New Year — but sometimes we get overwhelmed. How many times have you heard or said, “I just want to lose 5 lbs before I go shopping”. Would you believe us if we told you you didn’t need to lose the weight to look great?!  Keep reading for our professional wardrobe Stylists’ quick tips to dressing slim.

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“The Tent”

I know it can be tempting to do “the tent” and drape over your whole upper half.  But this can lead to a ‘lollipop’ look that widens your frame or creates a top heavy triangle.  A blousy top is great to hide areas because it doesn’t cling, but creates shape with these tips.

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Jacket

If you want to hide your midsection, your best friend is a well cut jacket. A loose comfortable top underneath, gives great shape when topped with a jacket that hits to cinches at the waist. You gain structure without showing off too much of what’s underneath.

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Belt

We know... so many people are afraid of belts, but done right they can be your best friend too!  They create an instant waist even if you don’t have one. Especially when worn with a blousy top. Remember to wear this style belt at your natural waist (the kink when you bend to the side) not at your high hip (where loops land on belted pants)

Both

One of my favorite tricks; belt anything from a loose or fitted top to your favorite dress, then add a layer on top.  The visual detail of the belt will accentuate and create a waist while the outer layer, whether loose or fitted gives great coverage in other areas.  Be bold and go fitted underneath with your belt. Or dip a toe into “belting” by trying tone-on-tone. A black patent belt on a black dress will have the effect and is a classic look!

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