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.
8 Ways to Flatter a Bottom-Heavy Figure
By Cynthia Nellis, About.com Guide
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.
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- Balance Figure with Color, Fitted Pieces
- Think Fit and Flare
- Find Jeans That Flatter
- Put Prints on Your Smallest Feature
- Go for a Raised Waist
- Pick a Pretty Neckline
- Light on Top, Dark on Bottom
- Choose Slimming Swimwear
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