Characterized by a denim construction, jeans offer the perfect combination of comfort and durability. Perhaps this is why the average woman now owns over a half-dozen pairs of jeans. However, it’s a little-known fact that jeans can make you look skinnier when worn as well. If you’re hoping to create a slimming effect with your jeans, though, there are a few things you should know. Below are several tips on how to look skinnier when wearing jeans.
Go Dark
Rather than a light color, consider wearing jeans in a dark color. Dark-colored garments tend to have a more-prominent slimming effect than their light-colored garments — and jeans are no exception. You can still wear jeans in a light color, such as white or light blue, but if you’re trying to create a skinnier appearance, it’s recommended that you go with a dark color. A pair of high-quality indigo jeans will complement your figure while making you slimmer in the process.
Here are some popular dark colors in which jeans are made and sold:
- Black
- Indigo
- Dark green
Skinny or Straight Leg
In addition to a dark color, choosing skinny or straight-leg jeans will help you achieve a skinnier appearance. Skinny and straight-leg jeans, of course, are characterized by a narrow fit through the legs. While other styles of jeans tend to taper, skinny and straight-leg jeans do not.
What’s the difference between skinny and straight-leg jeans exactly? While they both have a non-tapering design, they aren’t necessarily the same. Skinny jeans generally have a tighter fit that becomes narrower towards the bottom of the pant legs, whereas straight-leg jeans have a uniformly tight fit that doesn’t become narrower towards the bottom of the pant legs. Aside from this subtle nuance, the two styles are pretty much the same. If you’re hoping to create a skinnier appearance, you can’t go wrong with either skinny or straight-leg jeans. Just remember to follow the other tips listed in this post to maximize the versatility of your jeans.
Consider Stretch
Of course, you can also create a skinnier appearance by wearing stretch jeans. Stretch jeans live up to their namesake by featuring a stretchier construction. If you’ve ever felt or worn a pair of standard denim jeans before, you probably know that they don’t easily stretch. Rather, standard denim jeans have a rigid construction with little or no flexibility.
Stretch jeans offer a viable alternative to standard denim jeans. They are made of a unique blend of both regular denim as well as an elastic fabric, the most common of which is lycra. Furthermore, you can find stretch jeans available in skinny and straight-leg styles. The Skinny Stretch Jeans sold here at MakeYourOwnJeans, for instance, are designed with a skinny cut while featuring a construction of regular denim and lycra. The end result is a superior level of comfort and style that, when worn correctly, will make you look skinnier.
Choose High-Rise Jeans
Another way to enhance the slimming effect of jeans is to choose a high-rise style. What are high-rise jeans exactly? Also known as high-waisted jeans, they are designed specifically to sit higher around your waist when worn. Most jeans rest a few inches below the belly button. High-rise jeans, however, are designed to rest either at the belly button or a few inches above it. They are called “high-rise” jeans because they “rise” higher than other jeans.
With a higher rise than other jeans, high-rise jeans have a natural slimming effect when worn. They won’t necessarily shrink your waist. They will, however, make you look skinnier.
Get the Right Size
Whether you choose low-rise, mid-rise or high-rise jeans, you should get the right size. You can’t expect your jeans to have a slimming effect unless they fit. If they are too big, the excess fabric will hang from your body while making you bigger. If your jeans are too small, on the other hand, they’ll look unflattering or even downright awkward.
To find jeans in the right size, consider ordering them from MakeYourOwnJeans. Unlike other stores, we don’t just offer jeans in basic length and width measurements. Rather, you’ll have the option to specify your own body measurements when ordering, which we’ll use to create a custom-sized pair of jeans specifically for you. The end result is a better fit with a more slimming effect.
Accessorize With a Belt
You might be surprised to learn that wearing a belt with your jeans can make you look skinnier. Some men and women assume that belts should only be worn if your pants or trousers are too big. After all, the primary purpose of belts is to hold your pants or trousers to your waist. While you can certainly wear a belt for this purpose, you can also wear one to create a skinnier appearance.
When choosing a belt for your jeans, consider the color and whether or not it matches. You don’t have to wear a belt in the exact same color as your jeans. The color of your belt, however, should flow cohesively with the color, as well as style, of your jeans.
Wear High Heels
Finally, you can create a skinnier appearance with jeans by wearing high heels with them. With high heels, you’ll be several inches taller. And with a taller figure, you’ll look skinnier. You can find high heels in countless colors and styles. Regardless of your outfit, there’s probably a pair of high heels to match it. You just need to choose the right pair. Along with the other tips mentioned here, wearing high heels will make you look skinnier.
These are just a few ways to look skinnier when wearing jeans. Perhaps the most important tips is to choose high-quality jeans made of premium denim material. If your jeans are low-quality or otherwise made of cheap denim, you’ll struggle to create an attractive and slim appearance.
