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    What if you were born with chubby cheeks?
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    If you're young, your cheeks will look less chubby as you grow older. People usually don't notice your small flaws. Just smile and be happy with your chubby cheeks. After all, you probably can't do anything about them.
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    What kind of outfit can I wear to school if I'm short and fat?
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    As a girl in your situation, I wear a lot of dresses (Hot Topic has great A-cut ones that are super cute), so I would recommend that. Otherwise, try wearing a t-shirt and jeans, with jeans that hug a little and a t-shirt that cinches the waist slightly. Stay away from stuff cut for men, as that can create a boxy look.
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    What kind of skirt should I wear if my stomach pops out a little?
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    A high-waisted one that is tight at the waist but widens going downwards.
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    If you are heavy set and 6 ft you are screwed what do you wear
    Meagan McChesney
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    If you're a woman, midi dresses are a great option. While short dresses can often be too short and it can by tricky to find maxi dresses that are the right length, midi dresses tend to work well. Pair a midi dress with a belt to accentuate your natural waist and flatter your figure.
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    My shoulder is quiet broad... Nd my arms r also fat.. What kind of dress i have to choose??
    Meagan McChesney
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    Try a 3/4 sleeve dress with a cinched-in waist and an a-line skirt. This will help balance out the top and bottom of your outfit. This style is in right now, so you'll be right on trend!
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    Post BC double mastectomy 5'7", 68 yrs old. Big stomach, flat breasted, 1" long gray hair, uncomfortable in jewelry, no makeup due to excessive sweat-pouring hot flushes constantly. Help! Embarrassed
    Meagan McChesney
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    If you want to cover up a bit up top but stay cool, try a lightweight, gauzy linen or cotton kimono. The material will let a lot air in, allowing your skin to breathe a bit. Since these tend to be quite flowy, you might want to pair kimonos with a slimmer bottom, such as a high-waisted pencil skirt (which is great for elongating your midsection!) or a slim, tailored pair of pants.
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    What should I wear if I'm top-heavy?
    Drew Hawkins1
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    Go with soft, draping fabric rather than stiff ones which can create a boxy, heavier look. Avoid clingy fabrics, which can tightly conform to your body and accentuate any excess weight. Instead, use draping fabrics to lightly hug your contours without drawing extra attention to them. Colors can help too. Go with a bold, bright hue. Light pastel shades can actually make your body look larger, so try avoiding them. Also, stay away from large patterns, which can make you look heavier and mask your natural curves.
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    What should I wear if I'm short and chubby?
    Drew Hawkins1
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    You may think that choosing shapeless plus-sized clothes can hide your heaviness, but they'll actually make you look larger. Instead, look for fitted tops and dresses that work with your natural curves to define your waist and make your top and bottom look more proportioned. Another key point is to choose clothes that fit. Clothes that are too tight will show off any excess weight and clothes that are too big will make you look boxy and larger. Additionally, if you're shorter, choose tops that stop above your hipbone to elongate your legs, making you look less stout.
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    How do you hide belly fat in jeans?
    Drew Hawkins1
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    There are a few things you can do. For starters, choose jeans that fit you. If they're too tight, they can show off any rolls or excess weight around your waist. Additionally, go with straight-legged or flared jeans to reduce the appearance of thickness around your legs. Choose long, fitted tops that go past your hip to create a smooth, streamlined shape that can also make your tummy look thinner. Go with draping fabrics as well, which fall off your body naturally, lightly hugging your contours without drawing extra attention to them.
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    I have a 9 year old granddaughter who is almost 5 feet tall. She is on the chunky side. What kind of outfits would you recommend for her? Right now she can wear a medium women's but she's just a kid!
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    Base the choices on what she likes! If she likes darker clothes, then try shopping at places like Hot Topic and getting her an over-sized graphic tee and some shorts or leggings. If she's the girlish type, try shopping at Kohl's, they have most girlish stuff that 9 year-olds would like, consider dresses, shirt and leggings, shorts and over-sized tee, or something simple like jeans and a tee.
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    I have a bump on my lower stomach above my crotch and I’m very self conscious about it. How do I hide it?
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    Try wearing fashionable belts, or more over-sized shirts (those are trending!) You can also wear pants set higher on your waist. If all else fails, embrace it!
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