Let’s face it together: Sometimes we don’t have the body that we dream of having. Instead of getting discouraged by how tight our jeans might be today or the fact that we don’t look as good in pictures as we did five years ago, let’s focus on how to flatter our figures.

Highlight Your Favorite Assets

No matter how much your body has changed, pick one to two (or three or more!) favorite areas that you want to focus on highlighting.

• If you want to keep the attention on your upper half, focus on highlighting the neckline, your bust or your arms. Reach for tops that have the most flattering necklines, or go for brightly colored blazers to show off your arms.
• If you want to keep the attention on your lower half, focus on highlighting your waist, hips and legs. Reach for skirts, dresses and figure-flattering jeans to dress your figure.

Play it Off with Prints

Patterns and prints can be ultra-flattering and work to sleekly conceal those less-than-favorite areas that we have.

• Small prints (think gingham, animal and florals) work well to conceal extra weight.
• Printed skirts (no matter how large the print) are ultra-flattering, especially if they’re a loose and flowing maxi or a midi skirt.

Default to Those Always Flattering Pieces

No matter your height, weight or frame, there will always be pieces that we’ll always reach for.

These are the defaults to flatter your figure:

• Wrap dress
• A perfect pair of bootcut or skinny jeans
• A fitted blazer

Another thing to always default to? Wear colors that you feel best in! If wearing cargo green makes you feel like you’ve pulled the perfect outfit together, then wear it!

—Baylee

Do you have any tips for styling yourself after a figure evolution? Share your advice below!