The figure becomes bulky or the silhouette loses shape: common mistakes that spoil any image

In winter, even the best clothes can visually weigh down your figure. Stylist Yulia, known on Instagram as jullztyle, shared tips on how to avoid common mistakes when combining silhouettes and volumes to keep your look stylish and harmonious.

Incorrect use of horizontal lines

Among the most common mistakes is the excessive use of contrasting horizontal lines in one outfit. For example, a combination of light tights with dark low ankle boots and a dark midi skirt can significantly divide the silhouette, making the figure appear more voluminous.

The stylist recommends choosing monochrome solutions to create a single vertical line. For example, use dark tights or high boots that hide the lower part of the skirt. For light dresses or skirts, you can choose printed boots to reduce contrast and make the image more complete.

The correct length of outerwear

Another common mistake is maintaining incorrect proportions of length. For example, a coat that ends at the wide part of the thigh, or a midi skirt that looks too short under a coat or down jacket, can distort the figure’s proportions.

The stylist advises choosing elongated outerwear models that hide the skirt length, or shortened versions that end above or below the critical horizontal line of the thigh. When choosing outerwear, it is essential to consider what it will be worn with immediately. Shortened coats or long maxi coats are considered universal.

Balance of volumes in winter ensembles

The third mistake violates the volume balance. For example, combining a very voluminous down jacket with palazzo pants can create a large load and visually complicate the image. The stylist advises choosing a medium-density down jacket with a sash at the waist, or combining a voluminous top with straight-cut pants. Shoes also play an essential role in such cases – a neat pair can balance the proportions.

It should be noted that oversize is still in fashion, but more and more women are opting for more feminine silhouettes. Therefore, straight or slightly narrowed jeans and trousers are becoming the basis of the winter wardrobe. If you have chosen wide-leg models, it is better to combine them with down jackets that have slits or a well-defined waist.