Live Well Be Gorgeous

Big Butts be gone! is our motto. But how? Simple: we shall use the same tricks as magicians do: distraction!

If you have been blessed with wide, child-bearing hips, you are a perfectly proportionate gal, more guitar shape than hourglass, just like nature intended.  However today’s fashion standards dictate that we tame nature, so here we go:

Light color slim top and light wide legged pants:

French Connection Striped Wide Leg Pants    Usually Ships in 24-48 Hours Details: A fabulous pair of wide leg pants in a fashion-forward ivory tone, like these ones from French Connection, will take you far. Throw them on with a fitted blazer for work, or top them with a strappy tank and youre ready for an evening out. *Medium weight cotton-blend wide leg pants with thin tan and blue stripes from French Connection *90% cotton, 10% polyester *Inseam approximately 33″ *Waistband with belt loops *Center front zipper with double slide tab closure *Two angled front pant pockets *Wide leg * Care instructions: Machine wash cold inside out with like colors, do not bleach, do not tumble dry, iron low, do not dry clean *Imported*

wide- legged pants

Thalian Black Wide Leg Cuff Pants               Usually Ships in 24-48 Hours Details: Mix and match Thalians basic pieces–and just have fun. These wide leg pants can be dressed up or down, worn with heels or flats, blazer or shirt. The options are endless. *Medium weight black twill wide leg pants from Thalian *63% polyester, 33% rayon, 4% spandex *Made of “Quadri-Stretch” - a unique fabric that stretches in four directions *Inseam measures 31″ *2″ waistband *Center front zipper with double slide tab closure *Wide leg *2″ cuffs * Care instructions: Machine wash warm, gentle cycle, do not bleach, tumble dry, iron on low, for best results dry clean *Imported

A-line type skirts, high waisted or regular

High Waisted A-Line Skirt.            This classy A-Line Skirt would look phenomenal with white button down shirt. Three button enclosure, and mid calf length. *Fabric: 59% Polyester, 38% Rayon, 3% Spandex *Machine Wash Cold *Hang to Dry

A-Line Skirt              Crisp polished cotton sateen with a hing of Lycra ® spandex for a comfy fit. Flattering shape. Clean front, back elastic waist. Side zip. Imported. Washable.

Flounce skirts and dresses

Bay Studio® Career Black Skirt With Flounce             A great basic black skirt with a “flirty” flutter hem line! Skirt features a relaxed fit, pull-on style, elastic waist, and a solid construction.

and with flattering prints

Floral A-Line Skirt          by JL Studio Georgette A-line skirt in a fun floral print with metallic copper pinstripes. Side zip, seaming and godet insets at the hem. Fully lined. Imported. * A-line silhouette is universally flattering *Metallic pinstripes add a modern touch *Dresses up or down with ease *Polyester; machine wash Womens, 28 long

Need more advice? see: Black Clothes make you slimmer? , Get a Waist!  and the Gorgeous Pant

What’s the buzz about? I tell you, for the rest of 2008 and 2009 the word in fashion is WAIST!! This fall, feminine shapes make a comeback and are here to stay for a while! So OUT with the flowy and  pouffy, out princess cut dresses, out low hip trousers and IN with the waist.

Waists are appearing in high waist trousers and skirts; they are showing in jackets and knit sweaters.

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It’s easy to show off your figure if you are the hourglass type .So what is a girl with NO WAIST to do? Hear my advise :FAKE IT! If you are a TINY Girl or have a short top this gorgeous Black knit top from Petite Sophisticate is a must!! SHHHH! Don’t tell anyone it’s less than $25

So Does it?  Ladies , Black is a color not a cloaking device!

It will give a slimming effect  but only if you have a flattering fit !  If the clothes are too tight or too large  it will only make you look bigger! A baggy sweater can make you look 3 dress sizes larger and tight sweaters will only reveal or enhance your problem areas: your arms, your stomach, your waist, you get the idea.

Regardless, head to tow black is far  too dramatic for every day use. 

The great news is that you can get the same slimming effect with head to toe any color… including white! Just follow the simple rule: flattering fit (not to tight, not to bulky).

JMS has these amazing trousers for less than $30 :

and wonderful blazers

Patterns can be flattering too! Bulges seem to disappear under a wonderful design.

Take a look at this  all season dress for less than $50