Slimming Colours and Ideas
Most people prefer to look a little slimmer than they are, yes it's true that
a camera adds ten pounds (at least). BUT, most photographers can correct that
plus subtract a few extra pound by proper posing, turning your body to a better
angle, and adjusting the camera angle or height. But it makes a big difference
if you do the following:
To look Slimmer try these:
Darker Colours are slimming. Consider Black, Olive, Grey, Navy, Plum, Burgundy,
Dark Brown or Eggplant.
Solid colours are slimming
One colour (monochromatic) head to toe is slimming
Vertical lines are sliming, consider vertical pleats, V necks or a long chain
Instant flatter stomach: try pants with a flat front. No drawstrings, pockets,
zippers, or decorations.
No pockets! avoid a lot or bulky pockets that draw attention to the waist
area.
Dark, Dull, Cool colours recede (slim), warm colours advance (widen)
Use eye catching, shiny jewelry or objects to avert attention away from problem
areas
Simple lines are slimming, consider A Line Skirts, collared blazers and blouses
Shoulder pads (small rounded) have a slimming effect
Single breasted jackets or blazers are slimming
Heels add height and therefore are slimming on a full length portrait
An interesting or long neckline draws attention from other areas
Good posture always makes you look slimmer
Wear your proper size: You'll look slimmer in clothes that fit properly rather
than clothes that are too tight, or clingy or baggy.
Consider pantyhose with whatever foundation you feel comfortable in, Lycra,
control top, or body shaper.
To look slimmer AVOID these:
Lighter colours (white, most pastels etc) make you look heavier
Bold patterns, plaids, shiny fabrics, heavy fabrics make you look heavier
Short sleeves make upper arms look wider
Do not draw additional attention to the waist area so avoid any horizontal
dividing lines, like belts or a different colour.
Horizontal lines make you look heavier avoid belts and wide collars or wide
lapels
Double breasted jackets or blazers add weight
