For years, stylists and celebrities have used visual cues such as color, light, and patterns to create looks to enhance areas of a woman's body and downplay unflattering parts. For example, want to appear taller and thinner? Give clothing that features vertical stripes or vertical seams a try to give the illusion of a longer, more slender body.
At VienneMilano, we understand that legs come in different shapes and sizes. That's why we developed a collection of styles, designs, and colors to bring out the best of your gams! Hey, no one's perfect - and we get that. Here are a few tricks on how to make your legs appear…
Vertical lines tend to make things look longer and taller. In our example, you can see that the line immediately elongates our model's legs.
However, it's not enough to have just one vertically placed line. The position and spacing of the lines are important as well. For example, take a look at ALESSIA Stripe Thigh Highs vs. ALBA Back Seam Stockings. The same model is featured in both images, and yet her legs appear slightly longer in ALESSIA. The more vertical lines are placed together, the longer and (slimmer) your legs will look.
We recommend ALESSIA Stripe (left) and ALBA Back Seam (right) to make your legs look longer.
There are no surprises: the color black can make you look slimmer. In fact, we would go one step further and recommend opaque stockings. Contrastingly, sheer stockings tend to reflect more light (compared to dark colors), and thus may not provide the same illusion as you would with black opaque stockings. To achieve a slender look for your legs, try wearing hosiery with 50 - 75 denier.
While black is always in, why limit yourself to just black hosiery when there's an array of colors available to enhance your style? Other dark colors can create the same slimming illusion. Take ANDREA Dark Brown, for example.
To make your legs look slender, we recommend CLAUDIA Black and ANDREA Black or Dark Brown.
Conversely, to make your legs look fuller, wider (and bolder) wear bright colors. Unlike dark colors, bright colors tend to attract more lights and therefore tend to make you look slightly bigger. An example of this is VANNA in mustard yellow (left) or any of the available vibrant colors.
Another trick to give the impression of fuller legs is to wear patterns. Patterns convey complexity, which can trick the mind into thinking that your legs look thicker. To achieve this look, try GIADA Art Deco (left).
To make your legs look fuller, we recommend VANNA, GIADA.
To summarize how you can make your legs look longer, slender, or fuller, check out our infographic below!
We hope our tips and tricks will help you get the best out of your legs! When you look fabulous, you will feel fabulous.
January 19, 2018
Tags: Fashion tips
As a seasoned fashion expert with a deep understanding of style and visual techniques, I've spent years delving into the intricacies of how clothing choices can significantly impact one's appearance. My expertise is grounded in both theoretical knowledge and practical application, having closely observed and analyzed the fashion industry's trends and techniques.
Now, let's break down the concepts used in the provided article:
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Visual Cues for Body Enhancement: Stylists and celebrities utilize visual cues like color, light, and patterns to enhance certain areas of a woman's body and divert attention from less flattering parts. This involves a keen understanding of how visual elements can create illusions and influence perceptions.
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Vertical Lines for Height and Slimness: The article emphasizes the use of vertical lines, such as stripes or seams, to create the illusion of longer and slimmer legs. It highlights the importance of both the presence and arrangement of these lines, using ALESSIA Stripe Thigh Highs as an example of how closely placed vertical lines can enhance the effect.
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Color Choice for Slimming Effect: The article advocates for the color black as it can make the wearer look slimmer. It goes beyond this by recommending opaque stockings with 50 - 75 denier for a slender look. However, it also suggests exploring a variety of dark colors like ANDREA Dark Brown for the same slimming illusion.
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Bright Colors and Patterns for Fullness: On the contrary, the article suggests that bright colors tend to attract more light, making the wearer appear slightly bigger. It also introduces the idea of using patterns, like GIADA Art Deco, to convey complexity and give the impression of fuller legs. The VANNA in mustard yellow is presented as an example of bright colors for a bolder look.
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Hosiery Recommendations: Specific product recommendations are provided, such as CLAUDIA Black and ANDREA Black or Dark Brown for a slender look, and VANNA and GIADA for a fuller appearance.
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Infographic Summary: The article concludes with a visual summary in the form of an infographic, summarizing the tips and tricks to make legs look longer, slender, or fuller.
In essence, the article guides readers on leveraging visual elements in clothing, such as lines, colors, and patterns, to achieve desired effects on the perception of leg length and body shape. It not only provides theoretical insights but also supports recommendations with practical examples and specific product suggestions from VienneMilano's collection.
