Essential Hacks on How to Look Slimmer Even in Bright Colour Outfits to Trick Your Body (And the Camera)!

Let us begin by saying, that you already look gorgeous and should feel absolutely proud of your body and looks! However, there is nothing wrong with wanting more! Especially if it's your wedding. Now, you've been eyeing a pretty pink lehenga for your wedding day and a stunning yellow saree for your cocktail. But you've been told to stick dark colours only if you want to look slimmer! Well, guess what, you don't have to! Every bride has the right to wear any colour and outfit that her heart desires because it's HER special day! And we will help you with some smart hacks and tricks on how to look slimmer in any colour (and not just black)! So are you ready for some secret tips? Read on brides!

1. The Fabric Trick

Choosing the right fabric is the most crucial part if you want to know how to look slimmer. Pick soft and flattering fabrics like chiffon, Georgette, crepe, nylon and linen. These fabrics give your body the illusion of looking slimmer. If you're opting for a green lehenga for your Sangeet night, go with a breathier fabric like mixed cotton or natural fibre that would flatter your body.

Pro tip: Avoid a satin dress or starched saree as they show lumps and wrinkles which are not good ideas!

2. Cut, Fit & Fall

A well-fitted dress is a huge blessing that you're going to need. You must choose the fit, cut and the fall of your bridal dress very carefully if you're want to know how to look slimmer. If you're thinking about wearing a golden lehenga with a red dupatta for your wedding, go for a fishtail cut for the lehenga skirt. A fishtail cut always makes you look slimmer and taller. Choose a dress that has a free fall and isn't ruffled or layered in parts.

Pro tip: Wear 3/4 sleeved blouses or a full netted sleeve with your saree if you're concerned about your arms.

3. Patterns & Designs

Here's a universal trick on how to look slimmer: go for vertical stripes! If you're wearing a bright red lehenga kurti on your engagement, try going for vertical or diagonal stripes. You can use the same trick on an Indo-western gown for a cocktail party or a simple t-shirt or top for your pre-wedding photo shoot.

Pro tip: You can also replace stripes with layers, tassels, or floral designs in vertically curved shapes. Never however go for horizontal stripes or patterns.

4. Borders & Edges

While you mug up on the points that tell how to look slimmer especially in a saree drape, make sure you pay attention to the borders of your attire. Always choose thin or even no borders for your skirts, lehenga, saree or even an Anarkali suit. You can opt for embroidered edges and borders for your blue lehenga, but make sure you don't make them too broad. Thin borders give you an overall slimmer look.

Pro tip: Avoid broad and elaborate borders totally as they make you look bulkier because of their heavy outlook.

5. Get High on Heels

Remember one thumb rule if you want to know how to look slimmer in any colour of outfit: heels are your best friend! While you choose the ideal way to wear a lehenga to look slim, pair it up with heels to add a dash of elegance to your whole look. Heels not just makes you look taller but works on your poise too.

Pro tip: Rock your Mehndi in a yellow lehenga with a pair of beige coloured gladiator heels!

6. Accessorise it right

Now let's get to the jewellery and accessories part because they too have a great deal of role in perfecting your bridal look. Here are a few tips on how to look slimmer with the help of your accessories: Wear a broad belt or a Kamarbandh over your silk sarees or lehenga.

The gorgeously designed belt will take the focus off your hips. If it's a pre-wedding event, wear large Jhumka earrings or Chandbaalis and ditch the necklace altogether. This makes your neck look longer.

Pro tip: Almost always avoid wearing a choker especially if you're concerned about your neck area. Wear long chains or necklaces instead.

Well, hopefully now you have some idea on how to look slimmer in even bright colours! A few more tricks are to drape your saree right. Drape it tight without leaving any lumps or creases. Leave a long trail or pallu. In case of a lehenga, wear your side pallu a bit longer. Speak to your makeup artist and hairstylist and let them know what you're looking for. Avoid tight buns, mid parting, ironed hair or tying your hair tight. Go for soft curls, cascading locks or a loose fishtail braid instead. Wear all your favourite colours and any outfit that you fancy. It's your wedding and you have every right to live your dream.

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