Some women will go to extreme lengths to look as skinny as a rail, often to the point where it becomes entirely unhealthy. For other women however, it’s simply a case of wishing to create at least a perceived sense of sensible slenderness to complement their overall figure. There’s a big difference between wanting to effectively halve your body weight and chasing a subtle ‘nip-tuck’ effect without resorting to drastic measures.
According to the experts at www.bellafashionqueen.co.uk, there are in fact dozens of incredibly effective ways and means by which women of all shapes and sizes can look that little bit skinnier in an instant. And the really good news is that none of the recommended methods involve going anywhere near a scalpel or a needle.
So if you’re among the millions of women looking to slim things down just a tad when and where the mood takes you, take heed of any of the following pro tips for an immediate and noticeable difference:
1 – Buy New Shapewear
Here’s a newsflash ladies – the shapewear on the market today is absolutely nothing like the shapewear of years gone by…not even close. The simple fact of the matter is that if you haven’t picked up any body-slimming clothing in the past four years or so, you’re missing out on some amazing stuff. Spanx might be the first name that comes to mind, but there are dozens of others all doing their thing right now and making women feel great. As said, if you haven’t tried the new generation of shapewear, it’s high time you did.
2 – Get a Better Bra
One of the most effective ways of creating the image of the sleek and slender torso is to make sure that everything is lifted and supported exactly where it needs to be. This is something that is absolutely impossible to do if you do not have a high-quality bra in exactly the right shape and size. If, like millions of other women, you’ve never been properly measured and picked up a bra that fits like a glove, you’ve absolutely no idea the kind of difference it can make. Suffice to say, this is something else you should definitely consider correcting right now.
3 – Go Monochrome
It’s one of the oldest tricks in the book and for a very good reason, too. It’s no secret that to wear unbroken black from top to bottom is a great way of creating a slimming effect, but at the same time don’t lose sight of the fact that wearing pretty much anything top to bottom will also create the same slimming effect…or at least similar. If you haven’t tried a total white head to toe look, give it a go and see how it works for you.
4 – Let Go of Long and Loose
Exactly where the theory that long and loose knitted layers are in any way flattering for those looking to slim-down their appearance came from we may never know. What we do know however is that this is the kind of rule/suggestion, that’s about as counterproductive as it gets. There’s a time and a place to be wearing these kinds of knitted garments, but if what you’re looking for is an instant sense of skinniness, loose knits should be let go of and replaced with constructed pieces.
5 – Hit the Heels
Another example of the classic that’s so classic it’s almost a cliché, there’s very little out there that can add a sense of perceived slenderness better than a few inches added to your height. And as one of the most sensible ways of adding those inches is by donning a pair of elegant heels…well, you can probably figure out the rest for yourself.
6 – Butt Pockets
Here’s a tip you might not be aware of – pockets strategically sewn into the butt of your pants/trousers/jeans almost always present a slimmer visual aesthetic than the pocket-free alternative. Seriously – compare the two side by side and there’s no way you will not be able to see a big difference.
7 – Face Focus
Last but not least, another enormously effective way of immediately creating a sense of perceived slimness is to draw attention primarily to your face. The strategic use of jewellery and accessories can make this happen and can be particularly effective with the thoughtful use of longer, layered chains which in their own right help build a sense of genuine slenderness. Just be careful not to overdo it – too many accessories and you’ll end up with the exact opposite of the desired effect.
