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HOW TO DRESS

To Hide a Belly

How to dress to hide belly a belly or a mum tum can get some women down. As women age our midsection tends to become more noticeable due to menopause or pregnancy.  potentially leading to feelings of self-consciousness. Here’s some great style tips that will help you hide a belly.

How to Dress to Hide a Belly By Choosing the Best Waist

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HIgh Waist Straight Leg Pants At Forever New

On the other hand, a high waist helps smooth out a tummy. Simply, by changing the waistline, you are improving how an outfit will look on you.

When you’re trying to hide a belly, the first thing you need to look at, whether it’s pants, jeans or a skirt, is the waist. Is it a high or low waist? The low waist will doesn’t work if you’re trying to hide a belly. Instead, a low waist accentuates a belly and draws the eye to it. 

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Choose a Wrap Dress

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Forever New Olivia Wrap Dress

An A-line dress is a great choice for those looking to minimise the appearance of a belly. The fitted bodice accentuates the waist, while the skirt gradually widens towards the hem, creating a flattering A-line silhouette that skims over the your midsection.

The wrap style creates a natural waistline, drawing attention to the smallest part of your torso. The V-neckline also elongates the figure, further minimizing the focus on the midsection.

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Sacha Drake Reverse Wrap Midi Dress at David Jones

How to Dress to Hide a Belly by Choosing Statement Accessories

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It diverts the attention upwards thus creating a different focal point and helping to minimise the appearance of a belly.

Statement earrings, a necklace or even a great scarf can steer the eye away from your midsection.

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What About Tops?

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Bias Cut Top by Palma & Stone

Bias cut tops are one of the best styles for this as they’re made from fabrics which won’t cling to your belly, but drape beautifully over it. V-necklines also create a visual optical illusion of elongating the neck and torso, which can make your midsection appear slimmer. 

Tops that have been made to fit through the bust but flare out over the belly work the best to hide one. 

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Image and Top from Lucky Brand

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