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How to Make your Arms and Shoulders look Smaller or Bigger?

February 22, 2018
How to Make Your Arms and Shoulders Look Smaller

How to Make Your Arms and Shoulders Look Smaller

It’s so simple to make your shoulders and arms look smaller, all you need to know is to avoid making your shoulders and arms the focal point. But, how do you do that? First of all, choosing wisely the colors of your garments. Secondly, choosing the most simple and minimalist designs for your blouses, jackets, and coats. The rules are very easy to follow, in general terms for you: Less is always better! I’m gonna show you some examples of do’s that I’m sure will come in handy!

How to Make Your Arms and Shoulders Look Smaller

How to Make Your Arms and Shoulders Look Bigger

Make your shoulders and arms look bigger, it’s easier than you think, you can use whatever bright and colorful garment you can find. You can wear bold prints and vibrant colors in your blouses, jackets or coats. You can have a lot of fun adding volume to your shoulders and arms with vivid garments full of energy. In your specific case: More is better! So, go wild and choose the most embellished garments you can find!

How to Make Your Arms and Shoulders Look Smaller

How to Make Your Arms and Shoulders Look Bigger

Simple Blouses
Simple Blouses

Simple Blouses

The simpler the design is, the less volume it generates to your shoulders and arms. Choose the simplest blouses design you can find with light fabrics, they don’t add any volume to this part of your body.
Ruffle Blouses and Off-Shoulder Necklines
Ruffle Blouses and Off-Shoulder Necklines

Ruffle Blouses and Off-Shoulder Necklines

A white ruffle blouse it’s perfect to add extra volume to your shoulders and arms!. Remember that showing your shoulders makes them look bigger too.
Simple Sleeves
Simple Sleeves

Simple Sleeves

Prefer simple ¾ or long sleeves, they divert the attention to your shoulders and arms therefore you can emphasize other part of your body which you’re more comfortable with.
Oversized Sleeves with Adornments
Oversized Sleeves with Adornments

Oversized Sleeves with Adornments

Any kind of adornments in sleeves and shoulders will immediately get attention to that part of your body. You have plenty of options. Take advantage of that! Oversized sleeves are so trendy, and if you want to make your shoulders and arms the protagonists it is a stunning design that will make you look romantic and sexy.
V Necklines
V Necklines

V Necklines

They make you look more stylized. The upper part of your body will look smaller because of the pointed form of this neckline.
Strapless and Asymmetrical Necklines
Strapless and Asymmetrical Necklines

Strapless and Asymmetrical Necklines

Both necklines make the effect of wider arms and shoulders.
Basic Blazers
Basic Blazers

Basic Blazers

Your jackets should be the simplest ones. A blazer could be your perfect jacket, it has a beautiful, basic and versatile design.
Blazers with Shoulder Pads
Blazers with Shoulder Pads

Blazers with Shoulder Pads

Shoulder pads add a bit of volume and structure to your shoulders.
Biker Jackets
Biker Jackets

Biker Jackets

If you are a Hard Edgy girl, who loves to show off your Rock N Roll style you can choose a stunning Biker Jacket. Remember It has to fit you perfectly! avoid its oversized versions!
Embellished Leather Jacket
Embellished Leather Jacket

Embellished Leather Jacket

Eye-catching embroidered leather jackets are great for you! They make the upper part of body protagonism.
Basic Bomber Jacket
Basic Bomber Jacket

Basic Bomber Jacket

A Bomber Jacket has a simple and modern style. It's better if you choose it in a dark color.
Oversized BJ - Embellished BJ
Oversized BJ - Embellished BJ

Oversized BJ - Embellished BJ

Oversized and full of embellishments Bomber Jackets are perfect to make your shoulders and arms wider.
Simple Jacket no Lapels
Simple Jacket no Lapels

Simple Jacket no Lapels

These stylish Chanel Jackets, no lapels, and basic sleeves. Definitely, are a must-have in your wardrobe! I must confess: They take my breath away!
Jacket with Adornments
Jacket with Adornments

Jacket with Adornments

If you love colorful clothing these amazing jackets are the perfect fit for you. Make your Outfit stand out with a floral embellished jacket!
Normal Fit Denim Jacket
Normal Fit Denim Jacket

Normal Fit Denim Jacket

A classic denim jacket is a perfect fit for you, it doesn’t add any volume to the upper part of your body.
Oversized DJ - Embellished DJ
Oversized DJ - Embellished DJ

Oversized DJ - Embellished DJ

Oversized light blue denim jackets make your arms bigger even better if they are full of adornments and patches.
Simple Coats
Simple Coats

Simple Coats

Wear coats with simple and chic designs. Like these stunning coats! The darker the color the better.
Oversized Coats with Adornments in Shoulders
Oversized Coats with Adornments in Shoulders

Oversized Coats with Adornments in Shoulders

Any kind of adornment in your shoulders area will get the attention to them and it will make them appear wider.
Dark Colors
Dark Colors

Dark Colors

The deepness of these colors helps you look like that your shoulders and arms are smaller. Dark colors are one of the best weapons you have!
Light Colors
Light Colors

Light Colors

Light colors get the attention immediately to the area they are placed. Moreover, the visual effect they make, help your arms and shoulders look bigger.
Mini Prints with Dark Backgrounds
Mini Prints with Dark Backgrounds

Mini Prints with Dark Backgrounds

They will add a bit of personality to your garment but without over saturate it.
Colorful Prints
Colorful Prints

Colorful Prints

Choose strong colors and colorful prints for your blouses, jackets or coats.
Normal, Medium Fit
Normal, Medium Fit

Normal, Medium Fit

The regular fit will help to keep your shoulders and arms in an ideal size. Avoid oversized garments.
Oversized Garments
Oversized Garments

Oversized Garments

Oversized garments are the best to make your shoulders and arms bigger.

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