Accessorizing Tips for Plus Size Women

Here are some tips and tricks on how to use jewelry and shoes to give yourself a slimmer silhouette.

Medium Length Necklaces:
Wear a medium length necklace with medium sized beads or gemstones. A short necklace tends to give more attention to the neck, which is probably something you want to avoid. On the other hand, if the necklace is too long, it accentuates a large bustline. So stick with a medium length necklace with medium sized beads or gemstones.

Avoid wearing circular pendants. Circular shapes accentuate the shape of a round body, so square or rectangular shapes work better.

Long Earrings:
Wearing long dangly earrings tends to make your face appear slimmer by elongating the lines of your face. Remember that when you wear long statement earrings, you should wear a simple necklace. Wearing two bold pieces of jewelry generally tends to look busy.

Wear a Belt:
Wear a slim to medium-width belt. A belt instantly defines a waist line and gives the impression of an hour glass figure. Some say that a thin belt is best for a larger waist line, and others say that a medium-width belt high on the waist has the same effect.

If possible, wear a belt with a square buckle - as we mention above, circular shapes make you look rounder so square buckles tend to work better.

Heels:
Wear heels if you can. Similar to wearing long earrings, long heels instantly make you look taller, and hence slimmer. Like the age-old advice of wearing dark colors, wear dark colored shoes as well. It'll make your legs looks slimmer, especially if you're wearing a short dress. To take it a step further, wear shoes with thin long heels. Wearing chunky heels defeats the purpose.

But as always, whatever you wear should make you feel good. Dressing up is all about expressing yourself. Wearing what makes you feel good gives you confidence. No fashion advice or trend should suggest otherwise.

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