Beauty comes in all shapes and sizes. There’s no set template of what constitutes a beautiful body. With international fashion brands including more diverse body types to feature their clothes on the runway, the body-positive movement is sweeping across the globe.
Have you always shied away from wearing a lovely backless dress for fear of how your arms would look, or be apprehensive of showing some skin in a mini skirt? Well, now is the time to shed some of those inhibitions about your figure. As we inch towards the start of a new year and a new decade, ditch the conventional norms about how you ‘should’ dress, and focus on dressing to please yourself. Make a resolution to stop being embarrassed by your figure. Embrace it by dressing up in clothes that make you feel most attractive.
Skinny Jeans
These jeans might be called ‘skinny’, but it’s a myth that you must be skinny to wear them. The word skinny is solely used to describe the fit of the jeans. All body types can rock them. If you’re heavier on the midsection, look for stretchy jeans with a higher waist as they have in-built body sculpting capabilities.
For women who feel they are heavy around the hips, a stretchy denim fabric will snuggly hug your curves. Pair them with a blouse that ends just at or slightly below the hips and add high-heeled shoes to get that elongated appearance.
Pull Out All The Stops With A Bodycon Dress
The silhouette is all about highlighting your curves. All you need is the right shapewear under it if you’re conscious about your body. For a slimming look, try a bodycon dress with panels on the sides. The panels not only look stylish but also give an illusion of a slimmer waistline.
Perfect for a night out, a peplum style bodycon dress is another sassy take on the bodycon dress that you can try if you want to conceal your midsection. Keep the accessories minimal with a great pair of strappy heels or pumps and own the look.
Lehenga Choli
This alluring Indian attire can be pulled off by everyone. All you need to do is choose the right cut to flatter your body type. Women who are heavier on the top can opt for blouses with plunging V or U-shaped necklines. Longer blouses with an accentuated bust line are best-suited for someone with a wide midriff.
An A-line lehenga that gently skims over the hips works beautifully for women with ample bottoms. With a plethora of colours and embroidery patterns to choose from, just pick a style that suits you and twirl away at your best friend’s sangeet.
Fitted Formal Shirt
This versatile garment, when styled appropriately, works wonderfully for any occasion. A fitted shirt with pinstripes makes for great office wear. Team it with wide straight cut trousers to balance out your body structure.
Pair a solid button-down shirt with a chic A-line mini skirt for a party or tap into your inner bohemian diva by pairing it with a flowing maxi skirt and layers of delicate necklaces. A formal shirt is a must-have staple in everyone’s wardrobe regardless of their size.
Dress the way you want, but don’t forget to do it with confidence- because that’s always in vogue. Shop for the latest flattering styles at Shoppers Stop online or in-store. If you’re a plus-size woman looking for some party dresses this season, read our blog on 4 Party Dresses For Every Plus-Size Woman.
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