10 Things To Wear To Accentuate Your Waist
Wearing an outfit that makes your waist look slim and trim can give you an extra boost of confidence. Perhaps you want to wear a form-fitting evening dress to an upcoming wedding. Or, you’d like to feel more confident in your jeans at a fun gathering with co-workers. Regardless of the occasion, some clothing items can help you achieve the goal of accentuating your waistline and looking your absolute best.
1. Consider Wearing Shapewear
Whether you plan to wear a little black dress or a beloved pair of jeans, shapewear can help you accentuate your waist. For instance, the design of a bodysuit includes special seams around your midsection that help give you an hourglass figure. Or, a pair of high-waisted shaper shorts provides tummy control while using compression to bring in the sides of your waist. Shapewear is versatile and available in one piece or multiple pieces.
2. Wear a Stylish Belt
Wearing a belt is one of the easiest ways to accentuate your waist. Pairing one with a maxi sundress, trousers, jeans, or a skirt defines your waistline. Plus, belts are available in many styles and colors, so it’s easy to find one that complements your outfit. Think of a belt as a practical and decorative addition to your ensemble.
3. Consider a Dress With a Paneled Design
The color and the design of a dress can help to accentuate your waist. For example, imagine a sheath dress with a panel of black fabric on both sides of its waist with a white panel down its front. A person’s eyes will be drawn to the narrow panel of bright white at your midsection, making that area look smaller. You can achieve the same effect by pairing other bright colors with black, including red, green, silver and even gold.
4. Wear a Waist Cincher
Waist cinchers can be worn under dresses, skirts, jumpsuits, trousers and more. This item uses compression to pull in your waist to accentuate it, no matter what you’re wearing. It is an excellent option to highlight your waist in a slinky evening gown for a party or a pantsuit for a work conference. This is a favorable choice if you’re looking for an item that firmly yet comfortably hugs your midsection.
5. Wear Wide-Legged Pants
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You can accentuate your waist by wearing wide-legged trousers or jeans with a bootcut style. This pant leg style flows outward at the bottom, contrasting your nipped-in waistline. Choosing a pair of high-waisted, wide-legged pants can show off your slim midsection even more.
6. Wear a Blouse With Shoulder Pads
Giving extra width to your shoulders by wearing a blouse with shoulder pads can make your waist look smaller. A person’s eyes will move down from your shoulders, then inward to your waist. You don’t have to choose a blouse with extra-large shoulder pads from the 1980s. However, adding a little width to your shoulders helps to frame an hourglass figure.
7. Go With a Wrap Dress or Top Design
One of the best things about a wrap dress is that it’s a style that suits almost every body type. As its name implies, it wraps around your midsection and ties at the center or back. It often has a wide, flowing bottom. This creates a slimming effect with a V-neck to draw the eye.
8. Put on a Peplum Top or Dress
A peplum top has a fitted waist with a flared ruffle. The flared portion blossoms below your midsection. This highlights the waist and gives an hourglass shape that makes your mid-section appear even smaller. These tops can be worn with pants as well as skirts. Many dresses also include a peplum top in their design.
9. Pair Bright and Dark Colors
When you wear dark bottoms with a top in a bright color, it serves to accentuate your waist. For example, a black pencil skirt with a red blouse brings attention to your midsection, where the black meets the red. This is especially effective when you go with extremely bright colors. Instead of wearing a spruce or olive-green top, think about choosing a chartreuse blouse instead.
An alternative is to select a blouse with shiny or sparkly material. A metallic silver satin blouse with a royal purple skirt is one idea. A pair of black trousers with a hot pink sweater is another appealing combination. The goal is to define your midsection using a burst of color in an otherwise dark outfit.
10. Invest in a Belted Trench Coat or Blazer
No rule says you can’t accentuate your waist while wearing an item of outerwear. When choosing a trench coat for spring, go with one with a belt attached. Simply cinching the belt of this classic coat can highlight your trim waistline. The same can be done with a belted wool coat worn during the winter season.
A belted blazer worn on a cool day in the autumn can keep you warm while accentuating your waist. Of course, if there isn’t a belt in the design of your favorite blazer, you can always add your own.
Make Your Waistline Look Its Best
From wearing a belt to slipping on an item of shapewear, it’s easy to accentuate your waist and give yourself a more appealing silhouette. Sometimes, adding just a few items to your wardrobe and getting creative with your outfits can make all the difference in how you look and feel every day! These tips can help you feel more confident as you step out in style.
