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You’ve probably read countless magazines and fashion blogs to fully understand the importance of knowing your body type. Although fashion is all about experimentation and not necessarily abiding by all these rigid “rules,” you do need to know the ins and outs of your figure to find out what works for your shape. This will help you discover the clothes that make you feel comfortable in your own skin.
A single clothing item looks different on every person. You know that some dress silhouettes are best suited for certain body types, and that the appropriate midi skirt hem will vary according to height, which was previously mentioned in our first post titled, “4 Tips for Styling Your Midi Skirt.” But did you know that your shape will also determine the kind of jeans you should be shopping for?
That doesn’t mean that only some women can pull off cool distressed jeans or must-have stretch denim. It’s more about the design of the pants—the pockets, the wash, the waistline, the placement of the rips, the height of the cuff, among other factors. The truth is that skinny jeans, particularly pairs that are black or in a dark blue shade, are universally flattering on everyone. From short girls to apple-shaped bombshells, and everyone in between, anyone can rock the skinny fit. Though it is worth knowing the other components of denim bottoms that will complement your greatest features and hide your less-than-favorable parts.
Every woman probably wishes she were bigger in some areas and smaller in others, and the perfect pair of jeans has everything she needs to go from body-conscious to body-confident. However, the journey to these jeans have proven to be more complicated than we’d like. If you’re not entirely sure what body type you fall under, don’t worry. We’ve highlighted some of the most common characteristics ladies often look for in jeans to help you narrow down your search.
If you want to balance out your curves…
Trying going for jeans in a boot or straight cut with a curved waistband for the proper fit in your midsection. They still flaunt hourglass figures without exaggerating your curves too much that you look heavier in your bottom than your top. Something else that you should watch out for is the color. Solid tones will work to your benefit, in contrast to acid or faded washes that widen the look of your thighs and hips. Any other detailing, such as distressed accents or rips, shouldn’t be too high up the leg to avoid unwanted attention to your thigh area.
If you want to elongate your legs…
Your best bet would be the classic black skinny. Considered an essential pair for every body type, the black hue is just what you need to lengthen your legs while carving out a curvy figure. Our Korean Style Elastic High Waist Jeans have a great slimming effect too, so you can never go wrong with this particular style. Other choices of jeans for petite ladies include cropped styles, like the girlfriend cut.
If you want to hide your tummy…
The key thing you should be after is a high rise waist, so opt for jeans that sit just below your belly button. A thicker waistband is also recommended. The thickness and the rise will work together conceal your problem area and shape your midsection almost like a girdle would, preventing any spillage up top. If you want to further minimize the appearance of your middle, try on high waist denim pants in navy blue, dark gray or black.
If you want to keep the length in your legs…
Do right by your stems by selecting flared jeans that begin to widen from the knees. Your legs will still look long and slender, and to balance out the flare, try pairing the jeans with a bigger, bulkier top rather than a fitted one. Faded jeans are another option if you’re not a fan of bell bottoms or subtler flared styles, as they break up all that length. All that height usually comes with a longer torso, so even out those even out those proportions with a high-rise waist.
If you want to create the illusion of curves…
Boyfriend jeans, flares and wider leg silhouettes (with any kind of rise) are reliable for masking straight up-and-down figures and boyish shapes. But don’t ever let that stop you from trying on a pair of skinnies next time you’re out shopping. Skinny jeans can assist in contouring your legs, as long as they are hemmed exactly at your ankles. Jeans bunched at the bottom will make you look shorter. Thus, anything that long should be hemmed by a tailor. If you want to enhance your backside, find jeans with pockets placed higher on your butt, closer to the height of your hips. The pockets on the Ripped High Waist Skinny Jeans offer a natural lift to give you a much-needed boost. Remember to go for an oversized top if you decided to wear skinny jeans.
