Looking slim and slender in the lehenga is a very important and a prime concern for many girls and women. Whether it is your wedding day, any of your friend’s, relative’s or just a party, function or an event you have been invited to. 

With the proper styling you can get a slimmer look. Simple changes to your lehenga’s color, fabric and embellishments can be magical. The right accessories and good makeup can enhance your overall appearance and create a dream desired look that you want to get.  

Choosing the right material, silhouette, draping, lehenga is crucial for getting a slimmer look and can also really make you look a little taller. Paying attention to the fit ‘n size, selecting the right colour, and choosing the right fabric are very important. 

As Per The Body Types 

It depends upon your body type most importantly. Not every style and tip suits everybody, so think wisely before shopping and choosing anything you buy. 

• Apple Shape - For an apple-shaped body, you will look much thinner if you wear a lehenga that draws attention away from the waist, so opt for high-waisted lehengas.  Consider an empire line or an A-line lehenga. Avoid high and boat necks. Also, avoid heavy embroidery around the waist.
• Pear Shape - For pear shaped bodies, you will look thinner if you wear a plain lehenga around the bottom. Frills & embroidery highlight your waist and shoulders. Focus on adding bulk to the upper body. Consider an A-line or panelled lehenga and just avoid mermaid cuts and high waist lehengas.
• Hourglass Shape - For an hourglass shaped body, a nice waistband will highlight your waist beautifully. Choosing a mermaid cut may also look charming.
• Rectangle Shape - This is for those who don’t have many curves, try to create a curve effect. Consider wearing a flared lehenga or opt for ruffled and layered lehengas. You can also add details on the bottom part of the apparel.
• Inverted Triangle - Choose a flared type lehenga or with soft and flowy fabrics with heavy bottom work to balance the slim legs.

Style & Cut Of Lehenga 

• A-Line Lehenga : Suits everyone and gives a slimmer waist look. 
• Panelled Lehenga : The vertical panels stretch the overall appearence of your figure, giving you a lean look that you want.
• Less Flare : A not so excessive flare will be more suitable for a slim appearance.
• Well Fitted Blouse : It is essential not only to enhance your look but for your comfort and confidence too.
• Pro Tip : After selecting the right style, select long patterns. Lehenga and blouse having long patterns can help you appear slim.

Magic of Fabric

The right fabric can elevate your charm. If you are a little bit heavier opt for georgette or satin and if you are a petite try raw silk, tissue or organza.  

• Georgette - This is lightweight and flowy. It creates a sleek silhouette look.
• Chiffon - It is soft, airy and bulk free. Makes it ideal for a slim look.
• Crepe - This one is a little textured fabric and has a smooth, easy fall.
• Silk - Raw or Tusser silk offers a grace without showing extra volume.
• Satin - It creates a soft flow and gives your outfit a rich  elegant look.
• Important Hack - Avoid the fabrics that stick to you.

Choose The Right Colours

The colour of the Lehenga plays an important part in getting a leaner look. When it comes to choosing your lehenga colour... darker and solid colours give an illusion of a slimmer silhouette while the lighter hues/shades will look glamourous on petite bodies.

• Dark Colour - Dark shades have a tendency to absorb light to create a slim effect. Navy blue, maroon, emerald green, black etc. are some deep shades.
• Monochromes - When you appear tall, you look slimmer. Wearing a single color can make you look like a girl with more height and less weight.
• Gradients - A single color transitioning into the lighter shades does create a slimming effect and eye-catching look.
• Cool Colours - Shades like steel grey, deep wine or muted mauves add a well toned effect.
• Matte Shades - Dusty pastels, muted golds and light neutrals can help in getting a slender look.

Style Tips

• Here are some more ways to appear tall and slim in your lehenga.
• Wear high heels. It will increase your height.
• Make-up can do magic in jaw dropping ways to your face.
• Choose dark and solid colours.
• Consider wearing shapewear.
• Don't choose any stiff and bulkier textures.
• Choose structured silhouettes.
• Too many embellishments will make you look heavier.
• Do not use thick borders on dupatta, blouse and lehenga.
• Good posture can make you look slimmer and you will be more confident.
• A v-neck pattern and a sweet heart neck can lengthen your neckline and facecut.
• The pattern in long and elbow sleeves gives a longer and slimmer look. 
• Keep your jewelry minimal if you are bulky. Wear earrings and long neckline necklaces instead of chokers. Keep a high bun to add more height for a slimming face.
• The right accessories can help you look slim in lehenga. Don't wear chokers, they can make you look heavier. Try long necklaces or any layered necklaces.

Conclusion 

Styling options can make a big impact in achieving how to look slim in Lehenga. Choose the right slimming fabrics, the right structured silhouettes, the right kind of lehenga, and the right draping technique for a tall look. Depending upon your overall appearance such as your size and height, whether you are a bit on the heavier side or curvy there are many ways to look slimmer in your lehenga.

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