Tummy tricks and tips: How to style and wear the right clothes to flatter your body
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- 15 Jul 2022
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As the mercury rises, it sure is tempting to bare some skin to keep cool. And this season, what better way to do so than to show off a tantalising strip of your midriff?
That said, it is probably still too soon for most of us to want to draw attention to our midsection. Those pandemic pounds from eating too much homebaked sourdough bread and spending too many hours Zooming instead of going out to meet people IRL have certainly taken their toll.
But worry not. Flaunting your tummy is not about being stick thin. It is all about proportion – curves at the bust or booty will, in fact, make your waist and belly look smaller in comparison.
Plus, even if you can’t bare your midriff like you used to as a teenager, there are certainly ways to flatter your tummy just by choosing the right type and fit of clothes.
Here’s a handy guide to creating the illusion of a slimmer waist.
FLAUNT THE MOST FLATTERING PART OF YOUR MIDSECTION
No matter your size, the two-inch strip of belly above the bellybutton and below your bra line tends to be the “flattest” part of your midriff. So, pick crop tops or clothing with strategic cut-outs that flaunt this area for maximum effect.
Pair them with high waisted bottoms that start above the belly button instead of low-slung ones if you are concerned about lower abdominal flab. That said, there are no hard and fast rules so as long as you love the way you look, wear it with pride.
It is best to put on an outfit and see how you feel about it. If you are of a bigger frame, it can take a lot of confidence to show your belly so the most important thing is to feel comfortable and be confident in your outfit.
EMPHASISE YOUR NATURAL WAIST
Your natural waist, which is located above the belly button, is typically the slimmest part of your body. So, wear bottoms that sit on the waist to emphasise the narrowest point of your torso and pair them with a fitted or crop top to effortlessly “slim” your midsection.
In fact, the brand’s range of fashion-forward yet easy to wear creations are often designed to flatter the waist. For instance, side panels on cute tea dresses with flared skirts visually narrow down the waist while wrap tops break up the silhouette and can be adjusted to fit every size with precision. Read More...
