These slimming style secrets will make you look 10 pounds thinner this holiday season:
 Take the time to make sure your seasonal attire fits properly before the invitations arrive in the mail. Don’t try to squeeze into outfits that are too tight. Clothes that are too snug add weight to your frame.
Avoid bulky or baggy clothing, which can also “bulk up” your overall appearance.
“Suit up” in one solid color, from shoulder to hem. This look is typically more slenderizing than an outfit with several contrasting colors.
Dark clothes, such as black, chocolate brown, navy or dark gray are “minimizers” that can camouflage troublesome areas of your body. Light or bright colors should only be worn near the face. This draws eyes away from the body. Use festive, colored accessories to accent a dark outfit.
Be mindful of your posture. Make sure you sit and stand up straight. An upright appearance will always make you look slimmer.
Avoid shiny or heavily textured fabrics - they make you appear larger and add extra weight. Instead, try fabrics with dull textures, like wool or cotton. They absorb light and create a slimmer appearance.
Do you know where your holiday clothes are? Dressing well does not require a closet full of clothes. It’s about properly storing your special occasion clothing and knowing how to dress your wardrobe basics up and down appropriately. Here are some easy-to-implement tips for storing and making the best use of all your special occasion clothes, courtesy of Mary Lou Andre, President of Organization By Design, Inc.
Separate your special occasion clothes or hang them in a zippered garment bag in the back of your main closet. Not only will they be out of your way, making daily dressing easier, but they will also be easier to locate and review when party time rolls around.
Put dressy shoes, evening bags, fancy hose, evening shawls, holiday scarves and special jewelry together so they are protected and easy to locate when you need them. Stackable storage chests in plastic, cardboard or cedar are perfect for maximum protection and organization.
Make it a pre-holiday ritual to review and try on all your special occasion clothing, and make note of what you wore the previous season.
Get more mileage from your special event wardrobe by purchasing classic styles, such as tailored pants, a-line skirts and simple cuts. These pieces will look timeless for years to come.
Invest in quality pieces to get years of wear. Silks, chiffons and many beaded and vintage pieces can be worn over many seasons and can be mixed and matched for optimum use. These items are particularly on trend this year!
When faced with a last-minute party invitation, festive buttons add instant holiday flair to a favorite suit or sweater. Visit a local button shop to review all the options.
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