Beautiful in blooms
Skirt
Go for fitted
Shrinks the hips
Big blooms on a flared pleated skirt make the hips and thighs seem wider. But a small print on a straight skirt pulls the eye vertically. Bonus: Peplum panels skim over any jiggles for a lean look.
Adds 15 pounds
A scattering of large bright flowers on a white dress has a 3D effect that optically thickens the body. A loose fit and ruffles at the thighs add even more bulk.
Dress
Keep it sleek
Highlights an hourglass
Long branches of florals direct focus up and down to stretch the silhouette while a flowy A-line midi breezes over any lower-body lumps and bumps and a nipped waist trims the middle.
Blouse
V-neck works best
Looks long and lean
Dainty blooms spread across a boxy ruffled blouse pull the eye from side to side for a widening effect. The fix: A V-neck top with cascading flowers elongates and slims. Pairing with black pants is even more flattering.