Sometimes it can be incredibly tough to get over the sensation of uneasiness and insecurity if we have gained weight. Whether you have gained a lot of weight or merely moved up a size or two, your self-confidence may be in jeopardy. Sometimes, women immediately turn to drastic diets which do not always work, or start to ask “Is liposuction dangerous?”. However, by maintaining a positive mindset over those extra few pounds, we can both look and feel, fabulous. It just takes a little bit of creativity and the confidence to try something new as you dress your new body shape.
Personally, I had always been “that skinny girl”. I was constantly being asked if I was eating enough. When I began gaining weight in my thirties, believe me, I had a hard time handling it. How did I get through pregnancy, bounce back to my pre-baby weight and only five years later, begin to struggle with my weight?! I’ll be honest, I had begun to dislike myself. I have a lot of work to do before I’ll feel comfortable in my own skin again. All this to say, while our bodies do amazing things, sometimes I wish they were easier to predict.
Think of your body as a blank piece of paper and your clothes as the mechanism to generate beautiful art. The tips that we share below will go a long way to helping you overcome your feelings of insecurity. No matter how much weight you have gained, or how your body shape has changed, follow these tips to make yourself feel and look great as you dress your new body shape.
Stop Worrying About the Size Labels in Clothing Stores
You might be tempted to keep trying to fit into the same clothes that you used to wear. Trust us when we say that this is counter-productive in the long run. Nobody looks good in clothing that is too tight. Save yourself the hassle and start buying clothes in sizes that genuinely match your body type instead. It is the only way to get back on track with your personal fashion sense and taste.
Different retailers will have different sizes that will be suitable for your needs. It is possible that you are a size 10 in one store and a size 14 in another. This is why it is important to make sure you try on anything you are considering purchasing. Save yourself the hassle of needing to return items, and try things on before you proceed to the checkout line. Perhaps you have noticed that you need to size up because one specific portion of your body has grown larger. All the while, the rest of your body has remained the same size. It is in these situations that tailoring will prove to be your most valuable asset.
Embrace Tailoring to Make Clothes Fit You Perfectly
Consider the following scenario; you have purchased the perfect dress that is super flattering on your tummy area. Unfortunately, it is too big around the bust area. What should you do? You could go down a size to have a better fit around the chest. However, that would result in the garment being too snug around the stomach. What a conundrum!
This is where the services of a tailor are required. Purchase the larger size and take it to a tailor for alterations. They will be able to tailor the rest of the garment to your specific measurements. This will result in the most flattering fitting garment conceivable. No matter what size you are, having your clothes customized is something that every woman would benefit from. When it comes to fashion, there is nothing quite like well-fitting clothing to make you feel elegant and seductive.
Consider Your Silhouette
Concerning the importance of having a proper fit, silhouettes are something that you should constantly pay close attention to. There are certain styles that are universally flattering, whilst others are the polar opposite of this concept. After acquiring a significant amount of weight, you may experience an overwhelming need to dress in loose, shapeless clothing. This is a very common blunder. All this accomplishes is to make you appear larger than you actually are. Which, needless to say, is the polar opposite of what you are attempting to portray.
In general, well-fitted clothing is the best choice. As previously stated, they will produce a streamlined silhouette that has been tailored specifically to your body type.
Look At The Necklines of Your Clothes
When it comes to attempting to seem leaner, a V-neck is unquestionably the most flattering neckline to wear. Due to the elongation of the body, it fools the eye into believing you are slender.
A boat neck, on the other hand, cuts the body off at the neck. This might make you appear bulkier as a result. Women with a round neckline or sweetheart collar may discover that they have a better body shape while wearing this style of neckline. Consider trying on a range of necklines and photographing yourself. This way, you will be able to see which ones are the most flattering before you begin shopping.
Think About The Length
After acquiring a significant amount of weight, many women become self-conscious about their legs. This does not imply that you must wear huge skirts to conceal them! Dressing in skirts after you have gained weight is still possible! You just need to pay attention to where the skirt finishes on your leg. If possible, you should have the skirt finish at a thinner area of the leg. Doing this will give the appearance of a slimmer leg overall.
The two most attractive skirt lengths would be:
1) those that stop just below the knee,
and,
2) at the narrowest part of the calves on either side of the hip.
When the skirt stops just below the knee, the natural indent at that point helps to produce a more streamlined appearance. A midi skirt that stops at the narrowest area of your calves has the same effect. Especially, when worn with high-heeled shoes.
Experiment with Colours
The concept of black being a slimming hue continues to hold true today. However, this does not imply that you must wear all black, all of the time. If dressing in what some may call a “goth” manner on a daily basis is not your cup of tea, don’t worry!
Instead of dressing all in black, employ black in a smart manner. If you are self-conscious about your stomach, opt for a slim-fitting black top. If you want to slim your legs, a pair of black straight-legged jeans would be ideal.
Colors that are more vibrant can be used to get the opposite effect. Are you a bigger fan of your bust area? Dress in a colorful top and match it with black bottoms. It will draw everyone’s eyes up to the pop of color. This will also help in concealing the areas of your body that you are self-conscious about.
When it comes to crafting clothes that are flattering for fuller-figured ladies, colors provide a plethora of options. You may wish to avoid wearing horizontal stripes since their forms will make you appear larger than you actually are. However, everyone is unique and while something may not exactly “follow the rules”, it may look smashing on you!
Our best advice? Bring someone who you trust to tell you the honest truth! Not only do they love you and truly want to help, but they also won’t be worried about hurting your feelings; they already know the perfect things to say to make you feel extra confident; just like you deserve.
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