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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 - Pear is Perfect

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  • Coat Length
  • For a Beautiful Bottom
  • Dressing Up
  • Draw the eye up
  • Covering Up (Do It Right)

Flatter Your Figure - Cute Cardigans for Your Body Type

Filed under: Clothing, Flatter Your Figure

Shopbop Green CardiganRight now, it seems like everybody's dealing with cold weather, so even though we're just dying to start shopping for spring styles, we can't quite bear to bare our arms. Which might be why we're so very happy that cardigans are so stylish this season.

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Flatter Your Figure - Perfect pieces for pear shapes

Filed under: Clothing, Flatter Your Figure

Some women have a little junk in the trunk, but a bit of booty does not a pear make. We're talking about women who have slim shoulders, a smaller chest and torso, and then considerably wider hips, thighs, and legs. While there are some styles you should definitely shy away from, there are plenty of looks that will be just fabulous on you.

Basically, we want to simultaneously draw attention to your slimmer parts while balancing out your top and bottom. Does this mean you're resigned to a life of black slacks? Oh, hell no! You can get funky with your style as well, but we've got a few suggestions to get you started. And, by the way, black slacks aren't necessarily a bad idea.

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