Figure it Out!

Do ...

• Buy elastic waist pants and skirts they are more comfortable.
• Emphasize your best feature: Great legs? Wear short skirts above the knee.
• Create balance by wearing shoulder pants - they make your hips look smaller.
• Wear loose, comfortable clothes in soft, drapey fabrics
• Buy a supportive bra, everything will fit better
• Wear dark opaque hose or tights with short skirts
• Match hose to shoes for a slimming silhoutte
• Choose belts that match your pants for an unbroken line
• Opt for pinstripes rather than wide vertical stripes
• Treat yourself to a new outfit when you lose a few pounds
• Wear layers of streamlined knits, not bulky ones. They're universally flattering.
• Make sure you have one outfit that you know you will feel good in - even on "fat" days.
• Make sure your hemline suits your legs:

1. If you love your legs anywhere above the knee is fine
2. For heavy legs go below the bottom of the calf
3. If you have heavy ankles, stick to longer lengths, but dont try to cover them since you only trip on your hem. Slip on a pair of matching opaque hose instead.

Dont ...

• Wear a skimpy dress unless you are sure that you look good in it - absolutely sure.
• Fall victim to the whims of fashion and wear ultra wide leg pants - especially if you are petite.
• Reveal too much when you wear leggings. Even if your rear end is super toned, always wear a top that covers it.
• Buy pants or skirts without checking out your rear view. And when you try on pants, always sit down in them.
• Wear big bulky clothes they will hide your figure. They also add pounds to it.
• Buy something a size too small to inspire you to lose weight. It's much more likely that you will never wear it.