Design Elements [Lookbook]
Looking for ways to utilize fabrics, patterns, and textures to elevate your look? Check out this lookbook to find your secret strategy.
Fabrics, Textures, and Patterns Focus
Up-and-Down
V-neckline or long vertical patterns, necklaces, earrings, and zippers all create a slimmer line.
Lace Detailing
Look for tops, skirts or other pieces of clothing with lace detailing to instantly make an outfit more ladylike and romantic. This look is a timeless trend.
Graceful Lines
Gentle draping and pattern both work to camouflage with elegance. Graceful lines in soft, flowing apparel create a leanness, while patterns dominate the focus of the eyes to conceal cleverly.
Use Patterns
Busy patterns with dark backgrounds act as stylish camouflage for your body, making you appear slimmer. Youāll have fun and look great in patterned skirts and pants youāll love to wear.
Look for Darker Patterns
Texture doesn’t always mean bulk- but it can draw attention. So look for darker patterns that make the body smaller and focus on slimming features such as narrowing āVā shapes.
Flattering Fit Fabrics
Dress with confidence and comfort. Your slimming secrets start here, with our quality fabrics in all styles
Ten Pounds Thinner
Hereās the art: think illusion (with camouflaging patterns, narrowing lines and longer coverage) and distraction (to draw eyes to your best areas.) Result? You look ten pounds thinner!
Animal Prints
Many people tend to show off their inner spirit animal by what they wear on the outside. To reveal your wild side, an animal print top or dress will raise the standards and lower inhibitions. From leopard spots to zebra stripes, adding a little animal print to your wardrobe ensemble isĀ a sure-fire way to gain attention, as well as show off your creative nature. Ā
Crochet Work
Crochet work is timeless, and always a romantic way to soften any look or style.
Fab Fabric: Mini Ottoman
Subtle ribbing, lasting smoothness comes with a mini ottoman fabric. You’ll notice a texture and a hint of stretch to the fabric that holds its shape while keeping you comfortable all day.
Placement Prints
Choose outfits with a bold or graphic pattern or print to help create shape. Strategically placed geometric details will create the coveted hourglass figure.
Parallel Lines
Parallel lines grab the eye and force our gaze to follow their direction. Be aware of the lines in your looks, and where they are directing attention.
Here, an already-flattering A-line dress draws the eye downward along diagonal lines to create the illusion of greater length.
Go for Sheer & Flowy
A more flowing style of material will cling closer to your body, making you look slimmer and more appealing in the process. A sheer top Is a great way to hide a couple pounds and maintain your fashionableness.