Tips

2. Remember that your shoulders must look as narrow as possible, so they should be closely fitted.
3. Wear simple, uncluttered styling for blouses, tops and jackets to de-emphasize the top-heavy figure.
4. Prefer simple, soft draping.
5. Keep in mind your proportions. Select one color or a mix of soft tones for your garments.
6. Never choose bulky fluffy dresses, you’ll look even bigger wearing them. What you really need is a simple dress that will give you a longer line.
7. Wear heels but steer clear of too high heels either as you will look ridiculous.
8. For hose prefer black, navy and brown – they are good colors to hide heaviness.
9. Select clothing of a single color or tones of a single-color family for a leaner look.
10. If you long for prints chose medium solid ones rather than large, splashy prints.
Beware of the following choices:
• Skintight. When you wear too clinging clothes you look too bulky, all your imperfections are clearly seen.• Loose clothing. As well as tight garments, loose ones look bad on you creating a bigger shape.• Front-pleated trousers, or pleated or dirndl skirts.• Pockets, neck/collar details, ruffles, pleats, gathers, tucks.• Contrasting bold colors.
These are the most general tips for short and bulky ladies to create a slimmer look.