How To Dress Ab Belly
Unveiling fashion secrets often leads us on a search for the perfect outfit, that magical piece of clothing capable of making us feel confident in our own skin. Yet, every now and then, we come across a certain area of our body that presents us with a unique challenge – the oh-so-notorious belly. Fear not, for we have gathered a treasure trove of style tips and tricks to help you embrace your beautiful figure while effortlessly dressing your abdomen. Bid farewell to any concerns or hesitations, dear reader, as we embark on a fashion adventure sprinkled with creativity, aiming to make your belly the star of the show. So, without further ado, let us dive into the realm of stylish garments and unveil the secrets of dressing an ab belly like a true fashion magician.
1. Unveiling the Secrets: Mastering the Art of Dressing That Ab Belly!
Are you tired of struggling to find the perfect outfit that flatters your ab belly? Well, fret no more! We’ve got all the insider tips and tricks to help you master the art of dressing to accentuate your best features while minimizing the appearance of your abdominal area.
First and foremost, let’s talk about the power of high-waisted bottoms. This fashion trend has been a game-changer for those with ab bellies. Not only do high-waisted pants, skirts, and shorts provide a comfortable and secure fit, but they also help to smooth and shape your midsection. Pair them with a loose-fitting, flowy blouse for an effortless and flattering look that draws attention away from your tummy.
Next on our list is the magic of strategic layering. Opt for lightweight cardigans, kimonos, or open-front blazers to create vertical lines that elongate your silhouette. By adding layers to your outfit, you create a visually interesting look that distracts from the midsection. Remember to choose fabrics that drape nicely, avoiding anything too clingy as it may accentuate the wrong areas.
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What is a “B belly”?
Well, it’s a belly that looks like a “B” from the side! There are two curves, with an indent in the middle. It’s a super common type of tummy to have.
The “traditional” way of dressing with a “B belly”
Typically, your waist is thought of as the smallest part of you, which many people then understandably assume is the dent in between the two curves of your tummy. A lot of clothes are designed to be worn in that indent – and indeed I’ve found most ready-to-wear clothes from the shops—especially jeans and pants—have the waistband end up there.
But here’s the issue: wearing your waistbands there cuts into you, pushes the upper part of your belly out, and tends to cling to the lower part of your belly. If you then tuck your top in, it’s not going to be smooth.
A new approach!
What I’ve discovered is what I think is a much better approach: place your waistband on the upper curve—so a high-waisted style—and you get rid of all those issues! No cutting in, and the pants or skirt typically lie much flatter down your front. Then, as a bonus, when you tuck in your top, nothing’s pulling or cutting-in either.
This insight, together with the fact that most plus size, large busted women are very short waisted, explains why so many Cashmerette patterns are high waisted! You’ll find the waistband on dresses like the Upton Dress, Holyoke Maxi Dress & Skirt, and Lenox Shirtdress will likely hit you at that upper curve, and I think it’s one of the invisible reasons that so many curvy sewists feel confident in our designs.
