For flattering clothing, trusty black will always do the trick; throw in some thin vertical stripes and a ruffled neckline (to draw the eye upward) and you’ve got a shirt that will surely shave off a few pounds.

Embarrassed about your upper legs and love handles? Aren’t we all. Try a simple a-line dress with some shaping opaque hosiery and lightweight heels.

If you’re concerned about a protruding tummy, try this loose fitting, asymmetrical Splendid tank. The soft material flatters and it’s great for summer or easy fall-winter layering.

When it comes to choosing jeans, always remember that your thighs will look smaller if you go with a trendy dark wash and a little bit of flare. We suggest always reliable denim from The Gap.

We love a wide-leg black trouser any day; if you’re trying to slim your legs, try this mature style from Martin + Osa and strap on some extra high heels for an added elongating effect.

These sophisticated trousers sit comfortably right below the waist and feature lengthening pinstripes. We love them in navy, but they also come in a creamy charcoal for a more classic look.

If you’re shopping for a sheath but you’re nervous about all that hip hugging, try a color blocked design with black on bottom. This sexy Taylor dress is slimming.

A sleek black blouse is always an easy route to a thinner look; we especially like the billowed sleeves on this office-ready Theory top, since they’re ideal for concealing flabby arms.

We’re not quite sure why, but a well-made wrap dress is forever so flattering. Go for DVF’s classic style with its cute, understated collar and distracting plunging neckline.