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Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Clothes That Make Us Look Fat and Tips for Dressing Thin

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Sometimes, it's the doughnuts. But, sometimes, it really is a bad fashion choice that makes us look larger or rounder or just plain fatter than we really are. The Thread breaks down which fits and fabrics can give anyone a "what were they thinking?" moment.





What makes you look fat: • High waisted jeans as Jessica Simpson painfully showed us  • Shiny, clingy dresses that accentuate all the wrong places  • Tight tops that give the illusion of a baby bump when there isn't one  • Unflattering hem lengths  • Skirts with slits down the front (hint: side slits are much more flattering)  • Clothes that are too baggy • Patterns, especially stripes

What makes you look thin: • Dressing in one color from head to toe— and it doesn't have to be black • Choosing darker shades over brighter shades • Plunging necklines that draw the eye to your face and away from other problem areas  • Pointy-toed heels that add length to the leg and muscle to the calves 
• Avoiding low rise pants and the dreaded muffin tops that come with them • A-line skirts flatter all figures  
Do you have any slimming tips you'd like to share? Send us an email or post a comment below. Thanks for checking out The Thread. We'll be back soon from our Planet Hollywood studio in Times Square with a brand new episode. 

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  • NikNik's Avatar
    Posted by NikNik Wed Feb 18, 2009 9:14am PST

    I always put a belt around my waist when I wear flowy tops. Since I have fairly big boobs they make me look bigger than I really am and this helps with that.

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  • Andrea's Avatar
    Posted by Andrea Wed Feb 18, 2009 8:56pm PST

    The pointy toe and heel combo really works. I am only 5'5" and with the combo and a A-line skirt with a deep neck Looks Great!!! How do you think I got the Hubby!

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  • BetsyB's Avatar
    Posted by BetsyB Wed Feb 18, 2009 11:03pm PST

    If I'm wearing a tighter fitting top, wearing a cami underneath always does a good job of smoothing everything out underneath- just gives me a smoother look.

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  • Lashada's Avatar
    Posted by Lashada Thu Feb 19, 2009 6:00am PST

    I have a question when you have a larger chest one just seems to look rounder. it doesn't matter if there is no tummy! I have a problem because not only is my chest large but my bottom is too!:-(

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  • Martine P's Avatar
    Posted by Martine P Thu Feb 19, 2009 7:48am PST

    These tips were great! Im only 5 1 and a size 12 so you know how plump I can look...ThanX!!!

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  • Veronica's Avatar
    Posted by Veronica Thu Feb 19, 2009 8:10am PST

    This was a really useful episode and Sarah, I love that you had the courage to call yourself out on your own faux baby bump! Your honesty shows confidence and class. : )

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  • Liz's Avatar
    Posted by Liz Thu Feb 19, 2009 9:52pm PST

    Im a plus size women and I use the spanx like its my job and it works wonders!!! So for any plus size women, I recommend the SPANX!!

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  • Atuegwu's Avatar
    Posted by Atuegwu Fri Feb 20, 2009 5:16am PST

    your are doing a nice job please keep it up

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  • Laura's Avatar
    Posted by Laura Fri Feb 20, 2009 5:40am PST

    I am big up top and I have notice that if I wear low cutting shirts, but not too low, it does help with the droopiness.

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  • Sugey's Avatar
    Posted by Sugey Fri Feb 20, 2009 5:47am PST

    Hi..I wear the plunging neckline and being that im a size d it totally draws attention away from my tummy..

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