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Fashion: Try dark and straight cuts for hiding the thighs

Lisa Lyford
NZME. regionals·
13 Mar, 2014 05:00 PM2 mins to read

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My advice would be to try a number of different brands in different styles and take someone along for a second opinion. Photo / Thinkstock

My advice would be to try a number of different brands in different styles and take someone along for a second opinion. Photo / Thinkstock

I am quite short and although not really overweight my thighs are chunky. Can you recommend a style of jeans I should try?

A bootleg style trouser is a good place to start. Bootlegs flare slightly at the knee, so help balance the appearance of your thighs.

I've also had a number of women convert from bootlegs to the straight style. This gives a slimmer look overall and they look hot.

My advice would be to try a number of different brands in different styles. Take someone along for a second opinion. A good place to go is a jeans specialist such as Just Jeans, Jeans West or an independent store. A great brand for women is "Not My Daughter's Jeans" - designed by real women with lumps, bumps and curves. Their jeans are ultra comfortable and, as I say, accommodate real women. Their jeans are expensive but I believe it's worth investing in a flattering and comfortable pair of jeans that you can thrash and look and feel great in.

Darker jeans will also help to give you a slimmer look - dark blue or black. Wearing a heel with your jeans certainly helps to elongate the appearance of the leg. It doesn't have to be a high heel.

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Lisa Lyford is the founder of Gorgeous Me, free DIY personal styling and makeover advice. www.gorgeousme.co.nz

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