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Women's Clothing Ideas to Look Slim

Kashmira Lad
Are endless treadmill sessions not slimming you down? It's not just your workout; your clothing matters too. Here are tips to look slim, with simple steps to flatter your figure.
Many women stress over looking slimmer. Some diet, others exercise rigorously. Everyone aims for a slimmer, taller look. Yet, few realize clothing can be tailored to flatter and slim the body.
Wearing ill-suited clothes won't flatter your figure. But fear not! You can look slim without ditching your favorite pieces. With the right know-how, make subtle wardrobe changes for a slimmer look.
Ways to Look Slim
Always remember to accentuate your assets! This would draw the attention away from the problem areas of your body, and give you a slimmer look overall. Avoid wide and broad belts if you have a large waist.
If you have nice legs, go in for a knee-length skirt with a basic shirt, to bring more attention to the legs.
For the top-heavy women, always avoid clingy fabrics on the top area. You need to go in for darker colors. Look for tops with raglan sleeves, or ones that slim downwards to hug the hips and waist. You can go in for thin materials like cotton or cotton jersey.

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The use of one-color dressing should also help. This helps to slim down the overall silhouette.
As mentioned, if you have well-shaped legs, go in for a knee-length skirt to draw the attention away from the top area.
The fit of your pants plays a big role in looking slimmer. Opt for pants that cover half your heel. If you're shorter, try straight leg or slight boot cut styles to appear taller.
Avoid French pleats or cropped pants. Ensure the pants fit you snugly, and not too tightly. An excess of fabric on the bottom area would add bulk, and give it a shapeless look. Long pants create the illusion of a longer body; and in turn, can make you look slimmer.

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Colors play a role in looking thinner. Black is a go-to for those on the heavier side. You don't always have to wear all black; use bright hues to highlight assets and maintain your connection with color.
Avoid attention-grabbing colors that don't flatter you. Large patterns can add bulk, so opt for delicate designs. Steer clear of shiny fabrics in loud colors, as they reflect light and make you appear larger.
If you have wide hips, opt for clothes with small padded shoulders. Avoid large shoulder pads, which can make you look larger. Wear tops that reach your hips to slim down the area.
Opt for jackets, shirtwaist dresses, and tailored suits with straight cuts. Lighter shades on top and dark stockings below balance the look. Opt for patterns that extend below the knees to downplay the hips. Choose ankle-length, flowing dresses in A-line patterns, avoiding umbrella and pinafore cuts.

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Opt for garments with vertical lines to elongate and slim the body. Pinstripes, prints, and top stitching can create these lines. Avoid horizontal lines as they add width to the body.
Wearing skinny, slim bangles and bracelet-styled watches can make your arms look thinner.
Wearing relaxed clothes all the time may not always be the right way to look slim. Instead, opt for clothes that fit well. Avoid wearing small-sized clothes as well.
Women's clothing are available in a variety of options today, so finding the right cut and style to flatter you, may not always be as difficult as you think. These various tips should definitely help you get a new, leaner look, without sweating it out on the treadmill.