| Making the Cut | | | | you're left frustrated by stiff denim material that |
| Choose the denim cuts and style elements that are | | | | doesn't forgive even the smallest of flaws, stretch |
| designed to work with your figure, not against it. In the | | | | denim may offer the comfort you've been missing. |
| era of a skinny jean trend, it may be tempting to jump | | | | Stretch denim, a blend of primarily cotton and just a |
| on the bandwagon, but remember that the surest way | | | | touch of spandex lycra, gives you a more |
| to stay stylish is to know your own body. Be | | | | accommodating fit and ease of movement. One word |
| conscious of what works for you. We suggest | | | | of caution on stretch: don't go a size smaller and |
| considering the classic bootcut-its slight flare toward | | | | assume the fabric will make up for it. Clothes that |
| the hem draws attention away from a round belly by | | | | pinch too tight never look sharp, and the wearer may |
| balancing out your lower half. Pair the style with heels | | | | become the unfortunate recipient of dreaded "muffin |
| to elongate your legs, and you've got a thoroughly | | | | top" gossip. Nobody deserves that! |
| modern look that can outshine any passing fad. | | | | Dark Wash Is the New Black |
| There are plenty more tricks of the trade to minimize | | | | Darker shades are slimming, so take advantage of the |
| and disguise the belly. For instance, try a zipper instead | | | | illusion and avoid lighter washes! A dark jean will keep |
| of a button-fly to reduce bulk near the waist. And for | | | | looking chic and new, long after other styles fades. |
| the average woman, a mid-rise trumps a low-rise | | | | Jeans That Fit Your Genes |
| because of the coverage it offers and the way it | | | | Custom jeans with a perfect, personalized can also |
| visually divides the torso and lower body. Fabric and | | | | help minimize a belly. With jeans that sit where you |
| color play a role, too. | | | | want and stay where you want you're sure to look |
| Material Girl | | | | slimmer. |
| Selecting the right fabric can make all the difference. If | | | | |
