Although black will give the appearance of sleekness, you can use other colors also in a way to elongate you body. First of all, choose a monochromatic outfit and then add some contrast with an overshirt or cardigan. The cardigan or jacket needs to be left unbuttoned to create that vertical line down the front. Scarves too will add to the look. Leave them hanging long in the front and tied loosely. Your skirt, shoe and pantyhose or tights should all be the same color. No chokers though, they will not do, instead choose long necklaces and top with V-necks. When picking a skirt, is should be longer...

It is very easy to hide a few extra pounds that you can’t seem to get rid of. Have you ever tried on a body slip? It smooths everything for that body conscious look and they come in half slips to wear under pencil skirts and full body slips for that form fitted dress. Another trick to hiding a few pounds is to wear light layers of, say a tank top along with an open blouse. Shoes too can give a sleek look and stilettos will do the trick. Sandals with at least 2 1/2 in heels will work also as will pumps. Another thoughts is a pant suit that is one color. If your bottom is more than you want, then...