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8 Ways to Flatter a Bottom-Heavy Figure

By Cynthia Nellis, About.com

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Go for a Raised Waist

If your natural waistline is thick, along with full hips and thighs, one of your best options in dresses is the empire-waist (raised waist) dress.

With this silhouette, the focus is shifted to only the top third of your body because the waist falls right below the bustline. This look works best with pear-shaped women who are small-busted.

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