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Slimmimg Jackets To Hide Your Midlife Tummy

Today’s tip is about how to conceal that little “pooch” of a tummy and is all about staying fit.

I’d like to urge you to try something new. If you have been wearing clothes that are all the same shape, why not try something with a little fit!

 Wear A Fitted Jacket that has some style to it!

yellow jacket outfit

When you have a big tummy, the tendency is to hide it under a big, boxy jacket, but that only makes you look bigger overall.

What you really need to do is buy a jacket that nips in at the waist. A straight-up and down styles have no shape. It adds bulk, especially if you keep it buttoned up.

An updated jacket should be shorter and have a defined waistline. Here is what you should look for:

  • A coat that skims your body, creating a feminine silhouette
  • Updated patterns and colors are youthful
  • Look for little details that add interest, like soft ruffles
  • Zippers and angled pockets are always slimming and youthful

If you usually wear boxy clothes, this might take some getting used to, but you will look 10 pounds thinner instantly!

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Meet the author

Deborah Boland

Deborah, a former Fashion & Lifestyle TV host and Image Consultant, understands the style challenges women face in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. As the founder of Fabulous After 40, she helps women tweak their chic and embrace fashion with confidence—so they always look and feel amazing.

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