We still say that every body is beautiful, but a good choice of clothes can always boost our self-esteem a little. A few small changes in your clothing choices can go a long way!
We treat clothing tricks not only as optical illusions, but also as a fun and practical fashion tool. With a little creativity and a few tricks, it is possible to create harmonious dimensions of your body. Each body has its advantages and disadvantages, but it is not bad to know a few tricks that will help you with the optical illusion. For every figure, there is the right garment that emphasizes the beauty of the body and hides flaws.
1. Use dark colors to minimize larger parts of the body
If you want a certain part of the body to be less emphasized, dark colors are the right choice. However, these only work if you combine them with a light color. If you want to visually narrow the chest area, wear a black top with white pants. Avoid bright and vivid colors on the areas you want to hide.
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2. Vertical lines make you look narrower
Vertical lines on clothes visually make you slimmer. It is recommended that the lines are thinner and with the smallest possible distance between them. A good tip for wider hips is to wear trousers and skirts with a wide vertical line on the hips.
3. Horizontal lines will highlight the desired part of the body
You've probably heard a hundred times that you should avoid horizontal lines because they will make you look wider. However, there is a way to wear them in a way that flatters your body. Use them in such a way as to create balance on the body. For example, if you have small breasts, make them look bigger with horizontal lines on your clothes. You can also emphasize your curves with them.
4. The color block creates the illusion of a completely different body shape
This is a trend that originated in the 1960s and is a good way to create optical illusions in fashion. The trick is to wear strategically arranged bright and contrasting colors and geometric patterns that can change the look of your figure. Choose dresses with dark parts, geometric shapes and contrasting colors.
5. Asymmetric cuts perfectly cover the stomach
Diagonal cuts make our eyes travel a long way from one point to another, so asymmetric cuts are great if you want to look slimmer, because they only elongate the figure. If you want to reduce your stomach, these clothes will make you look slimmer.
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6. Horizontal lines will make you look thinner
This sounds controversial, since horizontal lines are supposed to make the figure stronger. However, if you combine them, your fear is unnecessary. If you wear something horizontal on the bottom or top, it will make you slimmer. Why? Namely, the further the gaze travels to the horizontal lines, the longer the silhouette of the body appears. You can wear skirts or tops that divert attention.
7. Elongate your legs with a high waist
Pants or a skirt with a high waist clearly separates the torso from the lower part of the body. If you are shorter, in this way you will "lengthen" your legs and completely visually change your body proportions. Therefore, wear pants, skirts, shorts that have as high a waist as possible.
8. Wear V-neck clothes
Women who want their breasts to appear smaller can do wonders with a V-neckline. With it, the entire shape of the figure also changes. Even if the neckline is deep, it should give the impression of discretion.
9. Create an optical illusion with large patterns
Patterns can make one body part bigger and another part smaller. The larger the pattern, the more emphasis it will place on the body where you wear it. Therefore, wear large patterns on less developed parts of your body to create balance. For the opposite effect, wear smaller patterns as this will make you look slimmer.
10. Use colors and cuts to narrow your waistline
No matter how wide your waist is, there are always ways to make it look narrower. Wear contrasting colors in the right places to create a waistline. Details should always be in the waist area. Belts have been popular in recent years, so combine them with dresses, sweaters, and coats, as this is how you emphasize your silhouette. Another way is to divert attention from the belt. You can do this with bright jewelry, a scarf, or a purse.
11. If your torso is smaller, wear longer tops
If your torso is smaller, wear longer blouses, t-shirts and other tops. With this way of wearing, you automatically create a line that divides the body in half. If you have a small body, a short t-shirt or high pants can make you look smaller and wider. Therefore, it is better to use t-shirts that are longer.
12. Shift your attention to the part you like
The biggest fashion trick is not to hide flaws, but to emphasize the most beautiful part of the body. If you have nice breasts, wear t-shirts that highlight it. If you have long legs, show them off. This diverts attention and perhaps hides some other flaw. Above all, be confident and stand tall. In fact, a shrunken figure looks old-fashioned, insecure and generally off-putting, so make an effort.
