The biggest sartorial challenge for a woman with an apple-shaped body (read: a big bust, round tummy with relatively smaller hips and slim legs) is to tear away focus from her generously endowed waistline and flaunt her well-toned lower half instead. While we all know what not to wear – snug, skimpy fabrics, bodycon ensembles, high necks and low-waist bottoms – what is it that one CAN wear? If you haven’t found the answer just yet, we bring the you ultimate guide. Incorporate our tips into your wardrobe first, and we’ll always be around to be thanked!
1. V-Necklines
POPxo recommends: New Look Floral V-Neck Tea Dress on Koovs, Price: Rs 2,295
2. Short Hemlines
POPxo recommends: Mango Flared Skirt on Jabong, Price: Rs 2,990
3. High-Waist Bottoms
POPxo recommends: ASOS CURVE Exclusive High Waist Skinny Trouser In Texture, Price: Rs 2,025
4. Wrap Dresses
Wrap dresses are a good bet when looking to create the illusion of a slimmer waistline and also form a forgiving curvature over the midsection. The V-neck, of course, is an added bonus. Moreover, wrap dresses give your frame an appearance of balance as well.
POPxo recommends: L’Elegantae Floral Printed Wrap Around Dress on Fashionara, Price: 1,082
5. Empire Cuts
POPxo recommends: Blue Color Brush Print Pullover Tunic by Taurus by Dhruv-Pallavi on Exclusively In, Price: Rs 1,500
6. Dark Colours and Graphic Prints
POPxo recommends: Printed Boxy Tee by The Closet Label, Price: Rs 1,250
7. Structured Jackets
POPxo recommends: Pastel Bomber Jacket by Stalk Buy Love, Price: Rs 1,040
8. Peplum Tops
A peplum top is a failsafe choice for you, as long as you don’t opt for a high-neck version. It will define your torso, and at the same time, cover up the midsection. Just what you were looking for in the first place, weren’t you?
POPxo recommends: FabAlley Women Black Peplum Top on Myntra Price: Rs 1,400
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