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Katya Zharkova
31, Television Producer

Trend Alert
Denim with specific slimming properties—like Katya's Miraclebody jeans, which feature an inner power-mesh panel in the front waistband and spandex in the fabric—guarantees a sleek look. And the 32-inch inseam ensures that her 510 frame is covered, even in heels. "I look two sizes smaller than I usually do!" Katya says. Oprah also loves these jeans!

Jeans, Miraclebody Jeans, $110. Shirt, Theyskens' Theory, $365. Earrings, Emily & Ashley. Belt, Kara Ross. Shoes, Talbots.
lee jeans

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Denim Solutions
Our fashion team tried on dozens of jeans that claimed every figure fix under the sun. These are the ones that really worked.

The Instant Diet

Power mesh and a dark wash make you look like you dropped ten pounds.

Lee, $54; lee.com
denizen

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The Thigh Whittler
Features a tummy-control panel and subtle shading in the thigh area.

Denizen, $28; target.com
PZI jeans

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The Curve Enhancer
A contoured waist eliminates waistband gaping.

PZI, $79; pzijeans.com
beija flor

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The Butt Booster
Strategic seaming at the pockets provides lift.

Beija Flor, $187; ilovethesejeans.com
rag & bone jeans

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The Petite Cheat
This cropped capri can be a good full-length jean for those 5'4" and under; no hemming required.

Rag & Bone, $187; rag–bone.com for stores
chicos

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The All-Around Slimmer
Made of a cotton-spandex blend that holds in wobbly bits. Plus, it comes in sizes 0–20!

Chico's, $99; chicos.com

Next: The best jeans for every body type
From the February 2013 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine