Women around the world would kill to have Salma Hayek's curves (myself included). The woman has the perfect hourglass figure. Big boobs, wide hips and this teeny tiny waist. But what's even more impressive than that, is how Salma accentuates her shape with clothes. Take the Equality Now's Make Equality Reality event she attended earlier this month, for instance. She wore this gorgeous teal gown paired with a thick, black belt that really cinched in her waist. In fact, it made it look even tinier!
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If you take a really good look at the outfits Salma wears, I'd say 9 out of 10 them accentuate her waist. And 8 out of 10 times she's wearing a belt. This fashion-forward Mexicana definitely knows how to play up her curves. And everyone knows that the best way to make your figure appear hourglass is to create the illusion of a smaller waist. How do you do that you ask? Well here are my 10 style tips for faking a smaller waist! Check them out below!
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Peplum top
I love peplum tops for the simple fact that they cinch in your waist and hide a pesky panza. H&M.com, $18
Belted coat
Fall jackets and winter coats have a tendency to create volume and make our bodies look bigger. Always opt for a belted, trench style. It helps define your figure. Macys.com, $130
Add a belt
You can make almost any dress figure-flattering just by adding a belt. Make sure to wrap it around the slimmest part of your waist. Asos.com, $38
Create an illusion
Look for dresses that have black panels on the sides. This instantly slims you down! Nordstrom.com, $35
Wrap dress
A Wrap dress accentuates your waist, highlights your curves and never goes out of style. What more do you need? Bananarepublic.com, $98
High-waisted jeans
High-waisted jeans hit right where your waist curves, making it look even slimmer. No muffin top here! Hm.com, $20
Structured blazer
A classic structured blazer doesn't just polish your look it also nips at the waist. Forever21.com, $25
Pencil skirt
There's a reason why pencil skirt have become wardrobe staples because they're curve-flattering. They emphasize your hips and make your waist look smaller. Anthropologie.com, $88
Shapewear top
A sleek and seamless shapewear top worn under a cardigan or jacket slim your arms, waist and tummy. Yummielife.com, $48
