Body Smart Holiday Dressing
Tall or short, big or small— any body can look sensuous this holiday season.
By Katherine B. Weissman
ATHLETIC
Soledad O'Brien, TV newscaster
O'Brien's straight shape suddenly looks va-va-voom in a gold sheath and leopard-print trenchcoat. "I'd never worn metallics before," says the 43-year-old CNN anchor and special correspondent, "and my trenches are black or navy."
If you're athletic...
- Take the plunge. Deeper necklines create the illusion of more bust.
- Cinch it in. Belts add shape by "carving out" the waist.
- Try gathers and texture. The ruching and gleam on this dress give the body dimension.
- Build curves. Emphasize your top half with a dramatic collar, your hips with a slightly flared skirt.
- Dress sexy. A less voluptuous figure means you can indulge in high-glam fabrics without looking too Las Vegas.
More: 4 more ways to balance your figure
From the
December 2009 issue of
O, The Oprah Magazine
