How to Dress to Look Thinner: 23 Slimming Fashion Tips That Work

You are in the right place if you are looking for hacks to look thinner. No matter how much we exercise, it may be hard to be as slim as we want to look. Everyone deserves to feel good about themselves. I can tell you that I am not size 00 and that’s why we need to find ways to look thinner.

 These cater for all shapes broad-shouldered gals with almost no curves, voluptuous hourglass figures, or even petite girls who have fallen short of their weight loss game.  here are some ideas to dress for a slimmer appearance.

Defining your waist

Defining your waist helps give an illusion that you have an hourglass figure. The coveted hourglass figure accentuates your curves. When your waist is defined you can look thinner even if you have fallen back on your weight loss goals. High-waisted bottoms made of structured fabrics are a necessary addition to your shape. Ensure that your loose-fitting shirts are tucked inside pants and skirts. For dresses clinch them with a belt preferably small belts. Shapewear under your garments can come in handy in adding your definition.

The correct size of clothing

Wearing too big or small clothes does not do justice to your figure, especially if you want to look slimmer. Bulky clothes make you look even bigger than you are and wearing clothes that are too small puts emphasis on what you do not want to show.  For example, muffin tops, cellulite, and back fat. To look thinner wear the correct size of clothes.

Choice of undergarments

The right undergarment can be even more important than your outfit. It is easily one of the most ignored aspects of dressing despite its importance in looking good. The wrong undergarment like a too-tight bra and panties can cause cellulite, rolls, and muffin tops to show. This is not a good look if you are aiming at looking thinner. Invest in the right fit of undergarments. Where you are dealing with unforgiving fabric, no one will know if you ditch those panties.

Rounded shoes are a “no”

Rounded shoes are the cutest but they may not be cute when you are trying to look slimmer. Rounded shoes give the illusion that your legs are short and stumpy. Pointed shoes should be the best option for elongating your legs and presenting a picture of longer legs if even it is the reality.

Pair your skinny jeans with a great pair of heels

Flats and flip flops with skinny jeans draw attention to the width of your legs. If you are self-conscious about your legs, you can invest in a good pair of heels with your skinny jeans. Give the illusion that your legs are longer with ankle-length skinny jeans and a pair of pointed-toe heels.

Make shapewear your best friend

Shapewear is most of the time saved for special occasions but you can make it our daily staple. It offers better support than the best undergarments that you can get. It hides those bulges and cellulite to give you a slimmer appearance. Make shapewear your best friend for a thinner look. Corsets come in to make your waist look smaller while control camis cover the area from your breast to the waistline. Control tights make your bum, thighs, and tummy look slimmer. There are so many shapers out there but with these three I think that you got it covered.

Let it be one color

Dressing in contrasting colors draws attention to their meeting point which is your waistline. If you are naturally an hourglass figure it can be just perfect, the opposite is true. One-color elongates a boxy shape and lengthens your body to create one sweeping look.

Invest in long outwear

This technique is great for those living in cooler areas. You can kill two birds with one stone by staying warm while lengthening your body frame. It takes the burden of bulking up your look. Pair the long outwear with pointy-toed heels and ankle-length skinny jeans or a sexy pair of boots. Leave the coat open and if you want to make it more flattering clinch at the waist.

Dress in vertical striped clothing

Stripes are beautiful especially horizontal ones; however, they may make you look wider. You do not need to completely do away with horizontal stripes, it is all about strategy. Vertical stripes especially in dark colors. It is important to note that it is not advisable to dress from head to toe in a similar pattern. The trick here is to accentuate your waist. Pinstriped pants paired with a black top can make your legs look longer consequently making you look slimmer.

Steer clear of pleated skirts and pleated dresses

They can be the sexiest outfits when put on correctly. The problem is when they start to the part which bulks your frame. There are ways to deal with the parting of these pleats but in the end, your waist appears thicker, which is undesirable when you are trying to look slimmer. The best idea is to avoid pleated skirts and dresses altogether.

Wear boot cut jeans

If you are self-conscious about your tummy and thighs go for boot-cut jeans. They help elongate your frame. It helps not draw attention to your waist and thighs. A good pair of pointy toked boots will go well with boot-cut jeans. Ensure that the bottom touches your shoes for added effect.

Invest in V-neck tops

V-neck tops draw attention to your better features especially if you have a big bust. they make your upper body look longer and enhance balance around the hips and the thighs. If you are not well endowed in the bust, a good push-up bra will do the trick.

Accessorize well

Accessories not only add elegance to your outfit they can show off your best features. earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and belts can be of great help in creating an illusion of a slimmer frame. Belts are great for waist definition, necklaces keep eyes on the neck instead of hips, bracelets draw attention to the wrist away from bulky upper arms, and earrings draw attention to the face instead of a bulky upper body.

Avoid light-colored pants

Light-colored pants draw attention to your thighs. If you have big thighs and are self-conscious about it, try darker colors. They make you appear slimmer.

How do you look slimmer in photos?

It is said that photos make you appear bigger than you are. I know this is true because I have seen it so many times. But you can still look slimmer in photos no matter your size or dress code.

Sticking chin out and up

Girls have mastered this skill and you will notice that in most photos they stick their chin out and up. It hides a double chin. Try it out!

Stand slightly on your side

Do not take a photo head-on.  Stand on your side at about 45 degrees. For example, you can put one foot ahead and lean on the foot that is behind. It ensures that you are not fully facing the camera.

Put your hand on the hip

Putting your hand on your hip draws attention away from big arms and makes them look chunky. This is a good technique for making arms look slimmer.

Take photos from above

Angling your camera slightly above the face elongates your neck and ultimately your body. This makes you look skinny than you are in reality.

Stand tall

Having good posture not only aids in better health it also lengthens your frame. Do not slouch take photos sitting up straight and standing tall.

Add fake tanner or bronzer

It can come in handy in hiding cellulite and making your body look tighter. A toned appearance makes you appear more skinny. Applying a tanner may be a task and a half. Apply a little bronzer to can be a great help. Here is how to apply a bronzer.

Cross legs at your ankles as opposed to the knees

It hides cellulite and elongates your legs. This makes them look slimmer. Smooshing legs together will make them look thicker.

Check the position of your tongue when smiling

Putting your tongue on the mouth’s top while smiling tightens your chin. It avoids the appearance of a double chin. It defines your chin, making it look more chiseled and hence skinnier.

Choose darker colors

Darker colors have the effect of making you look slimmer. It does not have to be all black. Look for a variety of dark colors to add to your wardrobe.

Hopefully, the tips above help you. Choosing colors and accessories is important so take note of those small things for a slimmer look. The size of clothes and undergarments that you choose should help in bringing out your best features. Find a way to define your waist and accentuate your curves. Take note of the tips to help you look slimmer in photos.  Try them and see the difference for yourself.