The Must-Know Fashion Tips For Dressing Your Shape

No matter what shape category you fall into, there are ways to give your confidence a boost simply by knowing how to show off your curves perfectly. Whether you want to disguise arms or hide a tummy, our fashion team know the tricks that will have you looking slimmer in an instant…

Embracing your curves:

Andrea Ita, 46, wears dress, £65, & Other Stories, belt, £29.99, Mango, bag, £180, Kurt Geiger.

• Always define that waist and cinch it in with a belt but avoid skinny versions. Think about proportions – more curves = wider belt. Make it a sash or obi belt in supple suede, which moves with you.
• It’s all about proportion and scale – if you’re wearing print make sure it’s bold and larger (small ditzy florals are a no no).
• Avoid the black is thinning trap – worn as a separate is works but all over and it will make you look bigger.

Disgusing a tummy:

Karen Smyth, 54, wears top, £89, Jigsaw, necklace, £29, Phase Eight, culottes, £165, LK Bennett, shoes, £295, Bionda Castana for LK Bennett.

• A patterned top will disguise but avoid slim stripes that can highlight the problem. Longer line tops in a more structured fabric (think heavier weight) is ideal.
• Wear flat fronted trousers to avoid bulk around the tummy area.
• Use jewellery above the waistline to detract away from your tummy.

Flattering a larger bust:

Davina Payne, 38, wears jumpsuit, £250, A Day In A Life, earrings, £155, Marc by Marc Jacobs at Very Exclusive, sandals, £40, Oasis.

• Avoid high neck tops in a solid block of colour that will emphasize your bust. V necklines are the most flattering and print can also disguise a larger bust.
• Use earrings to attract attention up and away from the bust line.

Disguising arms:

Terrie Bentham, 53, wears shirt dress, £232.99, Evelin Brandt at Navabi, top, £9.90; jeggings, £34.90, both Uniqlo, bag, £225, Reiss, espadrilles, £45, La Redoute.

• Always show off your wrists – these are the slimmest part of every woman.
• Don’t feel the need to go full length – shorter kimono sleeves and rolled up sleeves are ideal.
• Oversized bangles on one arm or a statement necklace diverts attention away from where you don’t want it.