Thrifty News Segment: Dressing Thinner for Less

Every 4th Monday I have the great privilege of doing a Thrifty Fashion Show on Fox 28's Good day Columbus morning news show. I bring 3 models dressed head to toe in clothing from the thrift store. This month the theme of the segment was looks that make you look thinner! 

Here is a peek behind the scenes:

 My Mom (Connie)

blouse: Goodwill $4

skirt: Goodwill $4

shoes: Salvation Army in Florida $4

bracelet: Goodwill $5

belt: Goodwill $2

purse: Goodwill $3

Total Cost: $22

Why it's slimming:

-the v-neckline and statement necklace bring the eye up to the face

-the black shirt covers and conceals a larger middle 

-the belt cinches in and highlights a small waist

-an a-line skirt hides a larger bottom half

-pointed toe shoes create vertical length

-a medium sized bag is in proportion to the body

 

 Victoria

jacket: Goodwill $4

top: Goodwill $4

jeans: Goodwill $5

shoes: Goodwill $4

Total Cost: $17

 Why it's Slimming:

-vertical stripes create slim length

-wide leg pants balance out a bigger middle

-nude heels create on long vertical look

-a suit style jacket creates the illusion of a small waist

 Liz

dress: Goodwill $5

belt: Goodwill $2

necklace: Forever 21 $8

shoes: Second Time Around Second Hand Store $4

Total Cost $19

 Why it's slimming:

-the dress skims over her curves instead of covering them up

-the dress fits perfectly but isn't too tight

-a dark color is slimming- charcoal gray is a great alternative to black

-pointed high heels create slim vertical height

-a thin belt makes a small waist

-the V in the necklace and the neckline create a liming line 

Me

Suit: Ann Taylor via Goodwill $10

top: Express via Goodwill $3

shoes: Goodwill $4

necklace: Goodwill $2

Total Cost: $19

Why it's slimming:

-monochromatic dressing is slimming and creates height

-a great fitting suit is super slimming

-a one button jacket creates an illusion of a waist

-pants have a flat front- no pleats!

-no pockets on the pants

-wide leg pants balance a bigger middle

No matter what your size, everyone wants to look slimmer! So I hope these tips help you know what to look for when you're at the thrift store!

Hopefully I will have a link to the news segment soon so you can see it!

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