Tip 1: As a general rule, use darker colors on areas of the body you'd like to minimize and lighter colors on areas you'd like to showcase. For example, if you are looking to downplay your hips or thighs, try pairing black pants with a white or light-colored blouse. The blouse will draw eyes up toward your bust, shoulders, and neck.
Tip 2: Use fabric prints to slim and shape your body. Solid colors are good to have in your closet, but prints lend your wardrobe some unique flare. You can use a fabric print with a dark background to slim your body or a print with an allover, swirling pattern to prevent eyes from resting on any one place.
Tip 3: Shiny fabrics can be fun for special events, but they tend to showcase figure flaws. Duller, matte fabric finishes are best for minimizing fat and making you appear smaller. If you like the flare of a shiny fabric but not its enlarging effect, try it in a muted or dark color to slim your appearance.
Tip 4: Any extra detail you add to an outfit (belts, embroidery, shirring, ties, etc.) will grab attention. Try using details to draw eyes toward flattering features and away from less desirable areas. For example, if you have great breasts, fabric shirring at the bust will keep eyes on this flattering feature.
Tip 5: A great piece of swimwear can add some life and fun to your summer and vacation wardrobe. Despite popular belief, you do not need to be a size 2 to successfully pull off a sexy bikini. The subject of swimsuit fashion is a little beyond the scope of this article, but check out Swimsuit Style to help get you started.
With these tips and tricks in your fashion arsenal, you are well on your way to becoming the style icon you always dreamed of.
