Body Smart Holiday Dressing
Tall or short, big or small— any body can look sensuous this holiday season.
By Katherine B. Weissman
BUSTY
Sherri Shepherd, actress
This flirty dress is brightly colored but discreetly cut. "It does not scream, 'Hey, big boobs!'" says Shepherd, 42, cohost of
The View; star of
Sherri, a Lifetime sitcom; and author of
Permission Slips: Every Woman's Guide to Giving Herself a Break. A skirt with inverted pleats keeps her hips looking narrow.
If you're busty...
- Stick to one shade. It creates a head-to-toe sweep of color, so you look longer and slimmer.
- Contain yourself. If wearing a tank, choose wider straps, which allow for a more supportive bra. Avoid strapless or backless dresses.
- Don't go with the flow. Tailored clothes that give the body a clear silhouette are more becoming.
- Stretch out. Establish a strong vertical line with pleats, seams, or long necklaces and scarves.
More: 9 more ways to work with your curves
From the
December 2009 issue of
O, The Oprah Magazine
