Slimming Tips for Pants

Dear Dr. Dave and Dr. Dee,

I am overweight and short, and can never seem to find pants that fit well. Are there pants that help a person look slimmer?

Signed,

Pant problems

Dear Pant problems,

To look slimmer in pants, here are 10 tips when choosing and wearing pants

10 TIPS FOR SLIMMER LOOK IN PANTS

1. Solid Colors: pant color is best in solid dark shades such as black, navy, gray, or brown.

2. Fabric: choose wrinkle resistant fabrics.

3. Fit: pants should drape comfortably over the leg, not tight fitting.

4. Flared: pant legs should hang straight or slightly flared, not tapered.

5. Length: wear 2 inch comfortable heels, and pant legs should hang down to the middle of the heel.

6. Flat Front: pant front should be flat, no pleats.

7. No Cuffs: avoid cuffs as they shorten the leg.

8. Sock Color: sock or stocking should match pant color.

9. Jacket: wear a longer jacket that hangs just below the hips.

10. Top Untucked: wear a top untucked.