How to Disguise a Large Stomach

How can I hide my tummy? What can I do to make my belly less obvious? How to disguise a large stomach is the question we get asked the most and to answer that question we look to the Hourglass Balancing Method®. This post looks at simple dos and don'ts that will help you to put your body into an hourglass shape and make your large stomach worries disappear!

UNDERSTANDING THE HOURGLASS BALANCING METHOD

The aim of the Hourglass Balancing Method® is to bring the body into an hourglass shape or, in simple terms, for the shoulders and thighs to align, highlighting or creating the illusion of a waist. But how do we do this when the waist is our biggest part? Simple, you make the shoulders and thighs proportionately bigger. It sounds counterintuitive but it works! This rule applies to all bodies, by the way. Ask yourself which is the biggest part of your body or where you tend to put on weight and work on balancing your proportions.

Watch our wonderful client Theresa in Body Shape Masterclass 15

DRESSING TIPS FOR DISGUISING A LARGER STOMACH

1. Layer Strategically: Avoid the common mistake of wearing tight leggings or jeans with a shapeless loose top, which only accentuates the stomach area. Instead, tuck in your top slightly, roll up your sleeves, and layer with longline cardigans or blazers, which will draw the eye downwards and elongate your frame and break up the bust and belly area.

2. Fall in Love with One-Piece Solutions: One-piece items such as well-structured dresses or jumpsuits with defined waists and strong shoulders are your secret weapon as they effortlessly create the illusion of an hourglass shape.

3. Show some flesh! Show off your décolletage with V-necks. It will help to break up torso. Draw attention to your wrists, typically the smallest part of your body, by rolling up your sleeves. It's very flattering and draws the eye away from the belly, plus it makes an outfit look styled!

4. Avoid Tight-Fitting High-Waisted Trousers: Instead, opt for loose-fitting trousers with an elasticated waist perhaps. Manipulate the waist height to create definition and tuck in your top slightly for a polished look that disguises the stomach area instead of highlighting it. The temptation is always to let the top hang over the belly, but trust us, this actually highlights it. To see this put to the test, watch Melissa in action here.

5. Tuck in Tops for Definition: Avoid shapeless silhouettes by tucking in your tops slightly. This elongates your frame and disguises your stomach by allowing the top to hang intentionally over your troubled area.

Add Shoulder Pads: Enhance your silhouette and make your bust appear smaller by adding shoulder pads for a strong shoulder look that brings structure to your outfit, helping to balance proportions.

By following these simple tips and trusting the Hourglass Balancing Method®, you can effortlessly disguise a large stomach and achieve an hourglass shape. Remember, it's all about balance, proportion, and celebrating your unique style! If you're ready to transform your style, book a personal styling session today with our personal styling team. Or, explore our personal styling course, Personal Styling for Yourself, and unlock the secrets of confident, stylish dressing.