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8 Outfits To Hide Thick Thighs and Calves

8 Outfits To Hide Thick Thighs and Calves

Fashion
By Karmen on 25 Oct 2019
Digital Editor

They say #loveyourself and #loveyourbody but let's be real, self love and self awareness can coexist.

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Most people who love themselves will still have certain parts of their body that they're not particularly confident in. And sometimes, we'd be happier and more comfortable when they're hidden!

If that part of your body is your legs, read on to find out eight clothing combinations that will flatter your body and make you feel great!

#1 Maxi dress + heels

korean woman wearing aMaxi dress and chunky heelsPhoto from Pinterest

korean woman wearing aMaxi dress and chunky heelsPhoto from Pinterest

korean woman wearing aMaxi dress and chunky heelsPhoto from Pinterest

A maxi dress will not only hide your legs but will also make you look taller! Complete your look with heels to add extra height.

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If you're on the petite side, avoid dresses that are too oversized as it may make you look even shorter!

#2 Crop top + high-waisted bottoms with slits

asian woman wearing pants with slits and a black topPhoto from Pinterest

asian woman wearing a skirt with slits and a yellow crop top and hatPhoto from Pinterest

asian woman wearing a yellow dress with slits and a hatPhoto from Pinterest

High-waisted skirts and pants make your legs look longer by tricking the eye into thinking that the legs start high up on your body. The slits are a great way to show off a bit of skin while still covering any parts that you're less confident in.

#3 Light top + dark bottoms

asian woman wearing a white top and black skirtPhoto from Pinterest

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asian woman wearing a green top and black trousersPhoto from Pinterest

asian woman wearing a white top and black trousersPhoto from Pinterest

Light colours visually enlarges and dark colours visually shrinks, so wear a bright top and dark trousers or skirt to make your legs look slimmer.

#4 Full maxi skirt + fitted top

korean woman wearing a Full maxi skirt and fitted topPhoto from Pinterest

korean woman wearing a Full maxi skirt and fitted topPhoto from Pinterest

korean woman wearing a Full maxi skirt and fitted topPhoto from Pinterest

korean woman wearing a Full maxi skirt and fitted topPhoto from Pinterest

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This is an easy way to cover your legs and make yourself look taller. Wear a high-waisted skirt to elongate your lower body and a fitted top to create a balanced silhouette.

#5 High-waisted loose pants + heels or sandals

asian woman wearing High-waisted loose pantsPhoto from Pinterest

asian woman wearing High-waisted loose pantsPhoto from Pinterest

asian woman wearing High-waisted loose pantsPhoto from Pinterest

Avoid skinny jeans which may emphasise the shape of chunkier calves. Instead, opt for either loose pants or cigarette trousers that has a flattering tailored structure without being too fitted.

Once again, it's important that you choose a high-waisted pair to elongate your legs and draw attention to the smallest part of your body - your waist! Complete the look with sandals for a casual look or pointed toe heels which further elongates your legs visually.

#6 Long cardigan or coat + high waisted bottoms

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asian woman wearing a long cardigan and high waisted skirtPhoto from Pinterest

asian woman wearing a long cardigan and high waisted jeansPhoto from Pinterest

asian woman wearing a long cardigan and high waisted jeansPhoto from Pinterest

A long cardigan or coat is a great way to hide your legs. Even if you're wearing shorts or a short dress underneath, the outerwear visually halves your legs from the front view so they appear slimmer!

#7 Long v-neck dress + heels

asian woman wearing a long V-neck dress + heelsPhoto from Pinterest

asian woman wearing a long V-neck dress + heelsPhoto from Pinterest

A v-neck top or dress draws attention to your upper body and makes you look slimmer overall. A wide-brimmed hat will also create contrast to make your body look smaller.

#8 Long dress or skirt with chunky shoes

asian woman wearing Long dress with chunky shoesPhoto from Pinterest

asian woman wearing Long dress with chunky shoesPhoto from Pinterest

asian woman wearing Long dress with chunky shoesPhoto from Pinterest

Stay away from stiletto heels and kitten heels that will emphasise large calves. Go for flatform shoes or chunky boots as the large sole balances out with your legs to make them look slimmer.

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Text by: GirlStyle SG