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Flatter Your Figure - Lingerie for All Ladies

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lingerieOkay, before we even get started, we have to say that the most important thing you need when wearing lingerie is confidence. Whether you're a size 2 or a size 18, it doesn't matter what you're wearing if you're uncomfortable in it -- in the famous words of RuPaul, you'd better work it, girl!

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Flatter Your Figure - Perfect Looks for Pear Shapes

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cardiganDuring the winter months, many of us put on a couple of extra pounds. Between the holidays and the way those thick, creamy soups warm us up on cold winter nights, gaining an inch or two is practically inevitable. And raise your hand if those inches always (always!) end up on your hips and thighs.

Well, no worries. If you're a little (or, even a lot) pear shaped, there are plenty of ways you can dress in order to flatter it. Check out the gallery for tips!

Flatter Your Figure - The Best Belted Dress for Your Body

Filed under: Dresses, Flatter Your Figure

Belted DressAdding a belt to a dress is a quick, easy, and fashionable way to change the silhouette. It's also a good way to introduce different colors and textures. And, anything that offers that much bang for our buck in the world of fashion is a big winner with us!

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Flatter Your Figure - Finding your perfect jeans

Filed under: Clothing, Jeans, Flatter Your Figure

When you think of the different body types out there, and then consider the number of styles of jeans on the market, it's no wonder that finding the perfect pair of jeans for your specific body can be overwhelming, to say the least. And then, when you factor in not only fit, but also age and event appropriateness (a 30- or 40-year-old woman should probably wear a different style than a 16-year-old girl), it just gets more confusing.

Fortunately, Redbook did some dutiful denim research and found some jeans for everybody and every body. They found styles to flatter all kinds of figures, so whether your big booty needs a boost or your rear is a bit wider than you'd like, there's a jean for you.

Check out the gallery to see what kinds of jeans will work for your body type, but regardless of your shape, keep in mind the following rules:

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Flatter Your Figure: Best Tank Tops by Body Type

Filed under: Clothing, Flatter Your Figure


When the temperatures rise, we want our wardrobe to be hot, too. However, some of the summer styles shown on models and mannequins aren't exactly the most flattering for all body types.

This can make shopping for a sweet summer tank top difficult -- how can you figure out which style will best flatter you? We've got a few suggestions for the best tank tops for your body type. Check out the gallery to find out what you should be wearing!

How You Voted

    Threesome or topless?
    More than 3/4 of you think the CK campaign 'Threesome' campaign was more risque than Wrangler's topless models. Get the full story here.

    Inzemove and Fred & Farid

    Do these ads belong in the U.S.?
    StyleList readers were nearly evenly divided on this, with 52% thinking that they should run in the States, and 48% finding them inappropriate. Get the full story here.

    Inzemove and Fred & Farid

    Curly or Straight?
    While 30% of you think she's so beautiful that her hair doesn't even matter, 49% of you prefer her curls. Get the full story here.

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    Offensive or artistic?
    Just over 50% of StyleList readers said they weren't offended by this shirt, but didn't know if it was totally appropriate to wear in public. Unfortunately, that wasn't the opinion in Dubai. Get the full story here.

    Photo: eBay

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    Strapless dresses on 13-year-olds
    StyleList readers think strapless dresses should be saved for older girls -- 41% of you think the look is too mature. Get the full story here.

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    Is Megan the new Angelina?
    Half of you think Megan needs to get her own identity and quit copying Angie, but more than a quarter said Jolie doesn't stand a chance against this Fox. Get the full story here.

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    Did Calvin Klein respond to public's outcry?
    The controversial "threesome" billboard in Soho has been replaced with this one, but 51% of you believe it was just to keep people talking about the brand, not because CK caved. Get the full story here.

    Rachel Been, AOL

    Calvin Klein's Racy Ad
    Is it art or practically pornography? About 40% of StyleList readers found this billboard obscene. Get the full story.

    Maggie Coughlan, AOL

    Palin's Pedi
    Do you think Sarah Palin's funky pedicure was appropriate? If so, you're in good company -- 68% of you said it was fun and fabulous. Get the full story.

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    Bright, Light, or Dark as Night?
    How do you like your toenails painted? Over half of StyleList readers prefer their piggies with bright, perky polish. Get the full story.

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