5 Proportion Tricks I Swear By & You Should Too
- Olivia
- Oct 5, 2015
- 2 min read
When I get ready in the morning, I try to gravitate toward those outfits that flatter our specific silhouettes best. And let's be real, some days are better than others. You too? Thought so. So over time, I've learned a few tricks to turn even my worst days into good days, if not some of my best dressed days! And the best part is these tricks essentially work for a range of different body types and styles. Here are 5 proportion tricks I swear by that you should too!
PAIR A CROP TOP WITH A MAXI
The simplest way to make your legs look instantly longer is to wear a long maxi skirt. The key is pairing a shorter, cropped shirt up top. Something longer that extends below the top of the skirt will only cut off the part of your legs you're trying to elongate. I paired my black crop with my handmade red maxi for Fashion for a Cause's runway show two years ago, and never felt self-concious!
A-LINE IS YOUR BEST FRIEND
Toss on an A-line dress to emphasize the smallest portion of your body: your waist. It's literally the easiest way to look your absolute best—and takes little to no effort. The best part? This timeless dress is always in season! Above I wore a lace strapless A-line for Halloween last year. In a pinch, you can always dress like Carrie Bradshaw.
A HIGH BELT GOES A LONG WAY
Lengthen your frame by cinching in your waist up top with a belt. If you add a belt higher up, you'll look slimmer than if you wear it a bit lower. Above I'm wearing a custom belt with a custom dress, that I also added a criss-cross feature in the front for an added slimming effect.
OPEN UP THE TOP HALF OF YOUR BODY
If you want to draw attention away from any of your problem areas, the simplest thing to do is opt for a deep-V shirt that will open up your face and bring attention upward. Above, I made this dress with a deep opening in the front for an All White Party.
WRAP UP YOUR WAIST
If you're not feeling an A-line dress but still want to cinch in your waist, tie something around it. But that doesn't just mean a classic belt; a cool shirt tied around your waist works great, or a piece that features a built-in tie. Above, I have a custom peplum belt that works great to hide any problem areas and reduce the appearance of inches on my waist!
How do you dress to display your best assets? Share your favourite style tips in the comments below!
XoX,
Olivia
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