If you are a short waisted girl then you may benefit from following this guide to the most flattering fashion looks for your particular figure. A short waisted girl has a shorter than usual distance from her waist-line to her shoulders. When it comes to fashion the most stylish looks will spring from garments which help to elongate your waist.

1. First of all maximize the length of waist that you do have by wearing a well fitted bra. A bra that fits you will lift your breasts and give you more of a waist. An ill fitting bra will allow your breasts to take up valuable waist space which you could definitely do with.

2. Wear belts low slung about your hips to create the illusion of a longer waist. Avoid any waist clinching belts and those which are wide as they will have the opposite effect to that which you are trying to create.

It can also help to make sure that your belt is the same color as the top that you are wearing, especially if you do wear it low as it will look as though your waist ends where the belt does.

3. Long jackets will elongate your torso with maximum effect. Team a long jacket with a short skirt and you will be instantly be able to see a positive difference.

Avoid short jackets which end at your waist as they will draw attention to this area and not help you in your endeavors.

4. High waisted pants are to be avoided also where ever possible as they will make your waist look even shorter.

Instead opt for low rise pants and jeans. If you then tuck in your top you will have created more of a waistline in appearance. Don't, however, tuck in your top if you have a large stomach as low rise pants can create lumps and bumps if a top is worn tightly in this instance.

5. Wearing a blouse that is loose and which is not tucked in, or a long sweater will also make a positive difference to your appearance. Sweater dresses, which are very fashionable just now, will be perfect to give you the look which you want.

6. Skirts which begin at the hips, rather than the waist, will be a friend to you if you want to look like you have more of a waist. These skirts can be extremely flattering and feminine.

7. Wearing outfits that steer clear of drawing attention to the waistline will look best on you. Create balance by wearing garments that have details on other areas away from the waist.

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