Everyone's weight fluctuates. Over the years your body can change shape for many reasons - child birth, menopause, illness, weight gain or weight loss. Not all of us can be a size 8, but there are plenty of things you can do to look thinner, just as there are things you can do to add a few pounds to a tiny frame

Just because you have a few extra pounds don’t go covering your entire body. Learn to accentuate and accessorize to show your “plus” features. The tiniest weight gain can make your clothes feel tighter so always have some slightly larger clothes available for those occasions and don't feel bad. Every woman experiences this. Dress slimmer and look thinner with these modern fashion tips.

Illusion dressing is a terrific way to make yourself look a full two sizes smaller. By choosing garments to suit your coloring, figure shape, and lifestyle you can cut your wardrobe nearly in half. Did you know the average woman wears 20% of her wardrobe 80% of the time. That her wardrobe contains a minimum of 100 clothing items, shoes, and accessories. That’s at least $4000 wasted each year.

Fashion’s change rapidly, some may last awhile, others fade rapidly. On top of this your lifestyle, personality, and values may change. So why waste money on wardrobe items your never going to wear. Buy basics then accent with a handful of fashionable items for the season. The basics will take you through all the seasons and are good value for your money.

Tips To Look Slimmer

• Choose dark solid colors - black, navy blue, dark brown, navy, burgundy, deep violet and gray.
• Dress all in one color from top to bottom and avoid patterns.
• If you want to wear patterns then go small.
• Do not wear horizontal stripes. Thin vertical stripes and and diagonal stripes are okay.
• Select accessories to draw attention away from your trouble spots, drawing attention to your “good features” [yes we all have good features]
• Don’t fall for the old school thought if I wear baggy no one will notice. Wear clothes that fit nicely but do not cling.
• Avoid bulky sweaters and sweatshirts.
• Try before you buy – sizing varies a great deal from one designer to another.
• Don’t wear pleats.
• Flat front pants and skirts will instantly slim.
• Low-rise pants that hit just below your navel will add length to your torso.
• Skirts that fall just below the knee will make your legs look longer.
• Don’t wear ruffles and frills. These looks add bulk and thus pounds.
• If you are large busted wear a good support bra.
• Don’t wear shiny fabrics or velour
• Wear high heels to add height and shape to your legs.
• Wear dark panty hose to make your legs thinner.
• Wear control top pantyhose and shapers.
• Choose open collar shirts and scoop necklines.
• Carry a handbag that is proportionate for your body size
• Matching your belt and shoes to your skirt or pants will make your legs appear longer.
• Do not wear your shirt tucked in. Buy shirts that fall just below your waist.
• Wear a V-neck shirt to add length to your torso
• Avoid wearing bright colors on your trouble spots. Else wear is just fine.
• Fitted pants are fine but avoid pants that cling to your hips and thighs
• An asymmetrical, tiered skirt will make your legs look longer and thinner.
• Get funky! A new wild animal print top under your monochrome blazer will add some pizzazz to your wardrobe
• Two piece outfits are terrific at hiding many figure flaws.
• Purchase a blazer that is fitted, not boxy.
• Find your perfect haircut. By sporting the 'do that's right for you, you will draw attention upwards, towards your face, and away from your problem areas.
• Work on having perfect posture. Good posture will make you look taller and slimmer.
• Do not wear cropped tops because they draw attention to the waist and hips.
• Do not wear waist-length jackets because they draw attention to the waist and hips.

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