Overweight women often feel insecure about their bodies. The first reaction you may have is to hide in really depressing layers and layers of fabric, but every time you indulge that urge you do nothing but harm yourself. Your body weight shouldn't stop you from taking care of your look. Try wearing clothes that fit your body size with colors that suit you and bring fun and whimsical accessories. This way, you will look in the mirror and be able to see how beautiful you are.
Steps
Method 1 of 4: Buying the Right Clothes
The most important thing to do to look prettier is to choose clothes that fit your figure. Don't hide inside your clothes, but choose clothes that fit you well.
Step 1. Avoid wearing clothes that have no shape
Many overweight women prefer to wear very loose and shapeless clothes because they feel the need to hide the extra pounds. However, the truth is that oversized pieces make you even bigger.
Step 2. Look for tailored clothes
Like all other women, you too should wear clothes that perfectly fit your silhouette by accentuating its curves. Especially suitable are short shirts and stretch dresses that fit at the waist because they define it better, creating a greater balance between the upper and lower part of the body.
Step 3. Choose your size
Garments that are too tight show the rolls of fat or excess pounds you prefer to cover. On the other hand, ones that are too wide make you look boxy and bigger than you are. Opt for clothes that fit your figure without compressing it; remember that those who squeeze or pull you in certain areas do nothing but draw unpleasant attention to those parts of the body.
Step 4. Consider wearing long shirts and tunics that go beyond the waist
Long, shaped garments that drop beyond the waist create a softer, tapered silhouette, thinning the stomach and hips. However, avoid those that stop on the thickest part of the thighs. If the hem touches that area, it could swell your legs.
Step 5. Choose shirts that fall at the hips if you are not very tall
Long garments are likely to make you look shorter and stockier. On the contrary, the sweaters and jackets that reach the hips exhaust the legs, softening the stocky figure.
Step 6. Put on straight-legged or elephant-footed pants
Tight-fitting pants make the hips and thighs look wider, while straight-legged ones make the silhouette more tapered, streamlining the thighs. Slightly flared trousers, like boot-cuts, help balance volume in the upper legs thanks to the wider circumference at the bottom.
Step 7. Don't underestimate flared skirts and dresses
The flared skirt widens towards the lower part of the body, gracing the curves of the hips. Criss-cross and empire-style dresses are also a great option, as they define the waistline and wrap roundness without bundling you up.
Step 8. Determine what type of build you have
Not all overweight women are the same. You may have an apple-shaped physique, which tends to be rounder on the abdomen; pear-shaped, in which the shoulders are much narrower than the hips; in the shape of an inverted triangle, characterized by shoulders wider than the hips; in the shape of a rectangle, in which the weight is evenly distributed over the body. Determine which physical conformation you belong to and find out about the clothing that best suits your figure.
Step 9. Choose a soft fabric
Often stiff fabrics give a boxy line that tends to make you look fatter than you are. On the other hand, tight-fitting ones wrap the body, excessively accentuating the shapes. Soft fabrics, on the other hand, fall on the body in a natural way, slightly hugging the curves without highlighting them too much.
Method 2 of 4: Choose the Right Colors
Avoid colors and patterns that bring out roundness, but don't be afraid to add a pop of color to your wardrobe. In fact, the little colored clothes give it a dull and uninteresting air.
Step 1. Ditch black
Black has a slimming effect, so some garments of this color are definitely fine. However, if you overdo it, you can look sloppy and gloomy. A pinch of liveliness to your wardrobe can make you prettier and give your outfit a touch of personality.
Wear clothes with a black insert on the side because they slim the body
Step 2. Evaluate the bright colors
Pastel shades can bulge, so be careful with your choice. On the other hand, bold colors with bright shades do not create this effect and often grace the figure.
One-color clothes tend to be fine
Step 3. Avoid broad motifs
The patterns that fill the whole outfit can weigh down the silhouette. They hide curves and make you look fatter. Look for prints that are denser or that take up a limited area of the body.
Step 4. Avoid decorations in the most generous places
Stay away from sweaters with ruffles on the front or trousers with decorative zippers on the thighs. These details are very showy and highlight these areas of the body in an unpleasant way. Look for garments without frills or garnished with decorative elements elsewhere, such as blouses with beading along the neckline or skirts with lace at the bottom hem.
Step 5. Try dark washed out jeans
They give a tapered and well-defined line, avoiding banality and sloppiness. Faded light wash jeans can thicken your legs, but mid-tone jeans can work fine.
Step 6. Consider the denim jacket with a washed out effect and a dark or medium shade
This tailored, short-waisted garment can add a touch of sparkle to your wardrobe. However, limit yourself to medium or dark denim with a faded effect, because if it's lighter it can make you look bigger than you are.
Step 7. Choose the colors that match your skin
You can get help from someone who knows about color combinations or search the Internet for some indication. If the shade of the dress matches that of your complexion, you will look healthier and more charming.
Keep in mind that clothes that have accompanied you flawlessly for 10 years can suddenly make you look dull due to aging skin. So, always update your wardrobe
Method 3 of 4: Go Under the Surface
There is always neat underwear under beautiful clothing. The right underwear creates a smoother line on which to make your clothes fall in the best way. Plus, seductive lingerie can make you feel more confident and cute even when you take your clothes off.
Step 1. Buy a body shaper
It is worn under clothing and helps you to contain curves. A good shaping underwear doesn't have to tighten enough to leave marks, but compress the excess fat just enough to create a more tapered and slender figure.
Step 2. Buy the right bra
Many overweight women have large breasts, but this feature reinforces the choice of a supportive bra that fits properly. If it is too loose, it can give a sagging look, while if it fits perfectly, it can greatly enhance your femininity.
Step 3. Opt for long silk nightgowns, full of feminine details
Normally, nightgowns with curvy drapes look very good. The long ones are suitable for most women, but if you are not very tall, you should consider the shorter versions. Look for a model with a deep V-neck that slims the bust as much as possible.
Method 4 of 4: Use Accessories Wisely
Accessories are the best friends of overweight women. Spice up your outfit by choosing something original in line with your personality. Dare and enjoy!
Step 1. Stretch your legs with heels
This tip is especially true if you are short. Heels lengthen the legs, making them appear more tapered. If they seem more slender, even the most burly features tend to be graceful and this perception allows you to have a more slender appearance.
Step 2. Buy massive, quirky jewelry
Think stiff bracelets, towering pearl chokers, long necklaces with chunky pendants, and eye-catching rings. Look for jewelry that meets your personal tastes. Given your build, you can wear very heavy accessories with style, without the risk of weighing the figure down.
Step 3. Look for accessories that enhance the face
Necklaces and earrings are fine, but you can also consider scarves, hats, bandanas, and other accessories that shift the focus from the body to the face. Try to be as creative or elegant as you like.
Step 4. Use one or two key accessories for each outfit
Accessories can certainly add more charm to clothing, but if you overdo it, you risk creating too much confusion and you will get the opposite effect.
Step 5. Bring your hair long, depending on your face shape
Sometimes, short hair in overweight women can give the impression that the hips are wider and out of proportion to the rest of the body. So, if you have long hair, you can create volume on your head in order to balance the upper body with the lower one. Try waving them or going for a ripped cut to increase the volume.
Step 6. Use makeup to highlight the look
Enhance the shape of the eyes with eyeliner and mascara and play with the shades of the eyeshadow until you find something original without looking ridiculous. A flashy look can overshadow an important chin.
Step 7. Make the rest of the makeup look natural
Choose the bronzer and foundation according to your skin tone. Don't apply too much blush on your cheeks and don't use dark lipsticks. Try to focus on your eyes and keep the rest of your makeup as understated as possible.
Step 8. Use a colored shoulder bag
Choose a nice model in a bright color or with a cheerful pattern for a more lively look. Look for something with feminine decorations, like bows and ruffles.
Advice
- Use a full-length mirror and a hand-held mirror to check your appearance. The one fixed to the wall will allow you to see how you are from head to toe, while the smaller one, used in conjunction with the large, will show you how you are behind.
- Appreciate your curves. You won't be pretty if you don't think it's possible. Learn to appreciate the better and less beautiful sides of your body to learn how to dress well.
- Believe in yourself. Self-confidence is one of the things that makes people more attractive, but avoid being arrogant or overconfident.
