Our clever tricks and styling tips will help you dress slimmer and show off your best assets this season.
Follow these guidelines to dress slimmer instantly…
1. Opt for a classic white shirt
A quick way to dress slimmer is to invest in a well-fitted, classic white shirt. Either tuck the middle of your top loosely into the waistband of darker trousers or skirts – or wear it loosely over more fitted pants.
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Lisa Popover White Shirt, R399, Cotton On
2. Go for a structured blazer
Slims, skims and gives those shoulder supermodel structure. Black or navy blazers have the ultimate slimming powers.
3. Pick the right denim
A flattering front, straight leg, high rise and balancing back pockets will be your wardrobe hero – and best pair of jeans.
High Rise Straight Jeans, R899, Zara
4. Accentuate the positive
A looser-fitting structured top will skim over any upper-body bulges, while a bracelet sleeve will emphasise most women’s slimmest part – their wrists.
Rosie wrap shirred waist blouse, R899, Forever New
5. Attract attention with statement jewellery
A talking-point necklace or statement earrings will divert attention away from problem areas, and make people focus on your face.
Ginger Mary Multi Necklace, R150, Truworths
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6. Vamp it up
Heels with vamps (the part that covers your toe cleavage) make your legs look longer as there’s more on show. Pointed toes elongate the legs too.
Lara High Vamp Heels, R374, Superbalist
7. Learn how to layer
Forget bulky separates; create soft, fluid layers that elongate and slim. Lightweight belted coats and fitted knits are ideal.
Cable Cocoon Cardigan, from R249, Witchery
8. Use print and colour to disguise
Colour blocking keeps things in proportion – the contrasting black bottom of this bold printed dress balances out pear shapes.
Colour Block Dress, R599, Mango at Superbalist
9. Try tights that flatter and firm
Sheer genius – shapewear tights with secret support panels will give your body an instant lift!
Magic Long Leg Shaper Briefs, R279, Woolworths
10. Hide your biggest problem area
Show off your best bits, stash away the rest. Who doesn’t love ruching? The instant problem tummy hider.
Audrina Ruched Dress, R1 599, Forever New
11. Trick the eye with a neatly-does-it necklace
Swing low with quirky pendants, a statement necklace draws the eye upwards.
Sparkling Green Necklace, R499, Sterns
12. Nip in your waist
Show off your best bits this season and create a waist with a peplum top. What more does a woman want?
Compact Knit Peplum Top, R1 099, Country Road
13. Always choose leg lengthening heels
Nude high heels make legs go on forever.
Nude High Heels, R399, Madison Bexley
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