Q: What is the most flattering cut for someone who has a larger stomach and thin legs?
A: Depending on your body shape, dresses can either make or break your look. Be prepared to try on different styles, which often have zero hanger appeal.
For a bigger waist and skinny legs, a trapeze-style tunic dress will most likely be your new best friend. Thanks to high necklines and capped or sleeveless shoulders, trapeze dresses forgivingly drape over problem areas, making you look slimmer.
If the trapeze style is just not for you, try an empire-waist halter dress. The tie-up neckline draws attention to your chest, flattering your collarbone and bare shoulders while still concealing your tummy.
Be sure to pay attention to hemlines cut above the knee. More often than not, a higher hemline will be most flattering for your torso. But whatever you do, make sure to stay away from flowing strapless dresses like they're the plague—unless you like the muumuu look.
Fashion Valley Mall's Neiman Marcus is a surprisingly great place for you to start your serach. Inside their Galleria section, you'll find a wide selection of styles and prices. If you're unsuccessful, try Fashion Valley's BCBG store, or travel north to La Jolla's Nicole Miller store off Girard.
Email Jessie Mandel at Press@DiscoverSD.com, with the subject line: Ask Jessie.
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