To find out more about how to dress if you’re thin, we spoke to leading fashion expert and TV host Nicky Hambleton-Jones to find out her styling secrets for slim line women, from adding curves in all the right places, to making the most of your slim shape it’s all right here…
If you’re skinny what kinds of dresses, tops and pants should you wear?
You can add curves to your frame with peplum style dresses and tops. Bootleg jeans and pants are great on skinny women too as they give the body extra shape and dimension. Alternatively skinny jeans will obviously look fabulous.
Dresses best for skinny women as you can try those peplums, babydolls, straight-cut dresses, and shifts for adding curves and volumes
Are there any style shortcuts to making you look more curvy when you’re very slim?
Wear horizontal stripes on the top half to give your body some added curves. Avoid wearing a lot of black as this can make you look slimmer than you are. Clothing with structure and a peplum top or dress can help give the illusion of a fuller figure. Wear tops and dresses with ruffled necklines. A little ruffle can do wonders for a flat chest.
What kinds of fabrics are most flattering when you’re slim?
Fabrics with some structure are great for creating the illusion of curve, but you don’t want to go too bulky as this can make your frame look rigid. If you want to accentuate your figure then clingy fabrics are great but if you want to add curve to your frame then avoid them and go for something thicker like wool.
Can you recommend any accessories that can help make you look fuller figured?
Belts should become your new best friend! Both thick and skinny belts paired over a floaty dress or top will add shape to your outfit and accentuate your tiny waist.
Style inspiration Trends come and go but what style staples should every skinny woman have in their wardrobe?
Thanks to Coco Chanel Breton stripes will never go out of fashion and they’re perfect for creating curves. Long sleeve tops are great for disguising thin upper arms, and boot cut pants are the perfect alternative to skinny jeans.
What about beachwear – what style swimwear will flatter skinny women and make them feel more feminine?
Look for tops with padding, under wiring and a triangular shape to give the illusion of a fuller cup size and if you have a fuller bust look for supportive halter-neck tops. Again, horizontal stripes will give the illusion of a fuller bust.
Play with colors, prints, ruffles, layers, and other elements for adding volumes
What are the style no-no’s when you are very slim?
If you’re very slim and want to look more curvaceous then avoid clingy clothing, wearing lots of black in one go and don’t wear overly baggy clothing. Moreover, women with lean figure should avoid sleeveless tops as the appearance of shoulders are more thin. Go for ¾ length or long sleeves.
Do you have any other style advice for slim women?
Layering is a great way to give the illusion of curves, layer tops and accessorize with chunky scarves. A lot of women use baggy clothing as a means to hide the fact they are on the thin side, this is a mistake as it actually accentuates how small you are as the clothing tends to swamp your frame.
What is the best way to hide scrawny arms?
Wearing long sleeves coupled with a waterfall blazer or jacket will draw attention away from the upper half of your body, especially when teamed with some bright shoes or pants. Batwing sleeves are also great for adding some additional shape.
High Sleek Boots for thin legged women
What is the best way to hide skinny legs?
In the summer maxi-skirts are great for hiding legs and looking stylish at the same time, but again remember to avoid anything too baggy.
Any footwear preference for Skinny Legs?
Skinny girls should prefer lower heels and Dark colored boots. Boots are generally long and they will disguise the skinny legs under your skirt. At the same time, be sure that you avoid heavy shoes. Heavy shoes will make your legs look even thinner. Instead, wear the shoes which are light weight. The color will add weight to your legs and draw attention away from bony knees.
If you’re looking for style inspiration on how to dress for a slim shape then take a look at Keira Knightley, Miranda Kerr and Emma Stone- these slender celebrities are always well put together and really make the most of their figures.
Keira Knightley with her “too” skinny shape, but still always looks good and gorgeous with dresses and skirts
Keep in mind, nobody is perfect, not even the supermodels and by applying some small tricks, you can feel more comfortable in your own skin and also gain some admiring glances. Don’t be afraid to experiment and play with textures, colors and designs to find those pieces of clothes that suit you best and give you confidence.
Hopefully, with the above conversation with useful tips, you will have less problems in choosing the best outfits to match your body type. Any other thoughts?