As we get older, many of us women will experience weight gain, especially around our tummy areas. This can be due to hormonal changes and common peri-menopausal symptoms. Over the last few years, I have noticed my own waistline disappearing as I head into my mid-forties, so I completely understand how women struggle to find the best tops to flatter this area of their bodies.
Many of my personal styling clients, with whom I have worked in the past, are wearing tops that actually highlight this area rather than conceal it. When you wear very loose tops over a curvier frame, it can create a tent-like effect that we probably all want to avoid, as it only draws more attention to this area. Instead, we want tops that gently nip the waist and cleverly skim or drape over the tummy area.
Below are my suggestions and some ideas on the best tops to disguise the tummy area. Please note these suggestions might not work for every shape as you do really need to try things on to find the best fit for you.
tHE BEST TOPS TO DISGUISE YOUR TUMMY: product SUGGESTIONS
Peplum top
Now peplum tops may not work for everyone as some styles have more gathering below the bust. So, look out for this when you are trying a peplum top.
This option is great as the fabric drapes over the tummy and there isn't lots of fabric around the tummy area. New look curves brown peplum top
Beautiful broderie anglaise top Live Unlimited white broderie top.
wrap tops
Printed wrap tops are great as they add definition just under the bust.
This wrap knit drapes across the bust a tummy beautifully. Curve ribbed jersey wrap top
A draping v-neck wrap style top gives the tummy extra room. You may want to size up for a comfortable fit. Freemans wrap top
Tunic tops
Tunic tops like this perfectly skim over the tummy area. The front pleat on this top also helps elongate the frame. Poise button front linen shirt
chic Shirts
A chic stripe shirt helps to elongate the frame. You can do a half tuck to show where your waist should be. Mango Stripe shirt
Tops that you don't have to tuck
This wrap shirt doesn't require any tucking in so, it will blouson over and skim the tummy. Plus cream abstract cream wrap shirt
The details on this top draws the eyes up and the top finishes beautifully just above the hips. Blue shirred shoulder blouse
Sheer tops
Sheer tops in a light chiffon fabric skim over the tummy beautifully. Printed Por moi blouse
what to wear underneath your tops
In order for your clothes to fit right then your underwear really needs to be on point. I love the fit of Fantasie Lingerie bra's but if you have a fuller bust then try the brand Elomi they stock beautiful everyday bras in gorgeous lace and cottons.
Here is a beautiful plunge bra from Elomi. Plunge stretch bra
These cotton knickers are a great fit. I personally wear them and I love how they hold my tummy in and feel so comfortable at the same time. I highly recommend these even for women with a apron tummy. Wirarpa ladies high waisted cotton knickers
How to Draw the attention away from your tummy
Focus on adding details on your top half. This can done be through wearing accessories or wearing a top with a small frill or embroidery details. Cut work detail cotton blouse
Statement earrings or necklaces can also help keep the focus on your top half away from the middle of your tummy. Next statement earrings
Wear elongating layers
Longline cardigans like this create a vertical line column along the front, this helps minimise the tummy area. Yours clothing longline cardigan
Jackets are also great layering pieces. River island Blazer
WEAR PRINTS TO CAMOFLAGE
Larger bold prints work best on plus size women as they cleverly help camouflage the tummy area. The shoulder puff detail on this top also creates a nice shape on sloping shoulders. Live unlimited paisley v neck blouse
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Jas x
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