Look slimmer in patterned dresses
Subtracts 10 lbs
A busy print, big lapels and awkwardly pulling slit conspire to widen the body. But a cascading print on a sleek wrap dress draws the eye vertically for instant slimming while a V-neck and tie belt carve out an hourglass.
Erases curves
A geometric pattern pulls focus from side to side to make the body appear thicker— and the unflattering effect is amplified with an allover print on a shapeless midi.
Looks long and lean
Thick constrasting trim that encircles the waist defines the middle for an hourglass shape while a maxi style with a small swirling pattern optically elongates the silhouette.
Shrinks the belly
A dress with oversize flowers and fabric that bulges at the waist creates the illusion of lumps and bumps at the belly and hips.
The fix? A slanted hem directs attention diagonally to “stretch” the body while clusters of smaller blooms distract from jiggles.