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I have a thick waist. What dresses should I wear?

While we all have features we love to flaunt, it’s normal to have some that we prefer to downplay as well. If you have a larger midsection or stomach area, it’s all about finding silhouettes that play a few stylish tricks to flaunt your style and highlight your figure in the best way. 

Here are our best dresses for a larger midsection!

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1. Wrap Dress

The illusion of an hourglass figure can easily be attained by opting for dresses that narrow are nipped in at your waistline. Go classic with a v-neck wrap dress in a forgiving hue like indigo or deep sangria red for a figure-flattering effect.

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2. Shift Dress

A streamlined shift dress is another figure-flattering dress to have stocked in your closet. With their straight and streamlined shape, it’ll skim over your midsection without hugging it too closely.

Stitch Fix women’s outfit laydown featuring green tropical print dress, brown and white bag and strappy sandals.

3. A-Line Dress

An A-line dress is another A+ option for those looking to conceal a thick waist. A-line dresses fit snugly around the bust, then gradually flare out at the hips. If you have more narrow shoulders, go for one with thick straps, or for a universally flattering shape, try one with a three-quarter sleeve.

Now that you’re a pro at dressing to flatter your challenge area, check out more ways to flaunt your best features!

—Christina

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