WHAT TOPS TO WEAR IF YOU HAVE A TUMMY
WHAT TOPS SHOULD I WEAR IF I HAVE A TUMMY
Welcome to part 2 of our fashion series on the tummy. If you haven’t read part 1, you can catch up on the story here and enjoy life-changing fashion advice for your tummy, just kidding but not really.
Over the years, we’ve heard many clients complain about the tops in their closet. Everything from “it’s hard to find tops for my tummy / I don’t have a variety of tops / I need tops / [insert yours here]”. Unfortunately, these frustrations force many people to buy baggy, and shapeless tops.
If you’re reading this, there’s also a chance your closet is full of oversized tops because you’re worried your actual size will show your tummy — another myth that plagues many of our clients. I understand and empathize with the fear around “your tummy being on display”. It’s very natural to want to hide the top half of your body because you’re afraid to show it, but trust me there are tops that will work with your body.
Today, I’m going to liberate you, your closet and your future shopping trips so you don’t buy the same oversized top in 5 different colours and have no variety in your closet.
4 STYLES YOU WILL LOVE
Wrap around or side-cinched tops
Peplum tops
Long vests
Cardigans or Long blazers
BONUS TIP - An amazing bra is essential because it frames your torso so please start here!
Before you read on ..
First acknowledge and process the fear you may have around showing your tummy. When we put a client in a “fitted top”, their immediate reaction is discomfort. Not because it’s too tight, but because they’re afraid that their tummy is “showing”. Truth is, we are our worst critics and often focus on the worst parts of our body. My advice is to go easy on yourself as you try fitted and different styles of tops. Combine fitted tops with flowy pieces (eg scarves, open cardigans or vests) until you’re fully comfortable with the fitted style.