Want to look a little slimmer? If this is your aim choose garments that are made from lightweight or thin fabrics as these cover the body but do not add visible weight. If you feel the cold purchase lightweight high quality thermal underwear to insulate your body without adding bulk. Fabrics that are heavier or have more bulk are best worn as garments on your smaller areas to help create a pleasing visual body balance (eg, a great jacket to balance a full lower half).
Fabrics that drape over your body are more flattering than those that sit stiffly away from your body adding extra width to your silhouette. Firm smooth fabrics are figure flattering when combined with a silhouette that mirrors the basic shape of your body - see Tip 3. Garments in tight clingy fabrics will should be ordered with caution as they will cling to the body highlighting every unwanted lump and bump.
Textured fabrics tend to add weight to the body while smooth fabrics slim. Included in the category of textured fabrics are those that are crinkled or ruffled. Textured garments are also best worn on your smaller areas to help create a pleasing visual body balance.
Sheer fabrics are great when you wish to camouflage a full upper arm, tummy or full behind. If the top is see-through a lightweight camisole will create an opaque shield of cover.
Comfort is a critical factor in the success and longevity garment. If you have sensitive skin and find some fabrics irritating or scratchy it is important to only purchase soft garments. If a garment irritates you and ends up living in the back of a wardrobe it is a bad buy at any price.
