Do dark colors make you look slimmer?

Bulgy bellies and overweights are experienced by all of us because of our unhealthy lifestyle.  Intelligent wardrobe choices can make the conscious woman look thinner, slimmer and taller in just seconds. Dark colors like black, gray, navy blue and other dark shades are your best friends if you want to conceal your belly fat.

Black always looks chic. A mysterious color directly associated with ‘elegance’. No matter what your body shape is, black suits everyone. It is the safest color to wear as you look slimmer instantly. Black does not reflect light – so it does not create shadows and project reflections where your body curves or when it wrinkles. It does a great job of hiding lumps and bulges while looking chic. Talking about the other dark shades, they also play a vital role to give you a nice decent look. Dark colors make a bold statement in the fashion world. Surprisingly, dark shades have a lot to offer when it comes to looking thinner. They create an illusion in our eyes that our body looks flatter and the bulge is concealed by the dark tone. It makes difficult for eyes to access the shape.

Silhouette color draws attention to your thinner body part and conceals the chubby side. You can carry dark colored high waist leggings with no fear of looking heavy because they flatten your tummy and work as a tucker for overall thigh areas also. Dark colors not only make you look slim but also helps in making you look taller also. It has the ability to hide your outline in dim lights. For official wear, you can wear a jacket because it hides the curves from sides and creates a balanced look.

Dark colors can also have opted for shorts and skirts. If you wish to wear a pencil skirt then make sure it is darker in color. It will conceal the unwanted attention to the hip and thigh areas. A slight wider leg opening will make your legs appear longer. Not only clothes, the accessory like a wide belt can make a slim effect.  The belt draws attention to your waist and it provides an illusion of an hourglass-shaped body. So, if you want to add a touch of sophistication and class then dark colors are must have in your wardrobe.

(inputs by fashion designer Puneet Gupta)