There is so much truth to the last bit! I pay less attention to what I think of my body when I'm in a good, well-fitting outfit. I went to a PTA meeting in jeans, tee and blazer, and I felt cute already, but then one of my 10yo son's friends said, "I like your outfit today. You look really professional..." 😆
I thought I was the only person who had clothes accounting for normal weight maintenance fluctuations. 😂 but it’s crazy how much we can fluctuate and how it can make us feel as women. It’s not about “goal” clothing, but more about being prepared for whatever our body decides to give us that day. Great video!
At age 70, I refuse to be either a season or a geometrical shape. But I have broad shoulders and narrow hips, so a lighter colour on the bottom half with a darker colour on top works. On the bike on cold winter mornings, I wear thick warm round neck jumpers, and create a 'V' with a carefully woven narrow scarf over it. My lower legs could do with a couple of extra inches in length, so I wear high waisted trousers, belted, and tuck in. Good tip to match footwear to trousers, thanks
I just bought some new clothes that fit me at my current weight. I have been struggling to lose weight. Menopause is no joke! I had to accept that I still want to look good now and that it may take me awhile to lose the weight. I do like the wider leg pants that are in now. I feel they are definitely more flattering than skinny jeans.
I love your videos, Anna. You're adorable and funny and give great information without sounding superior. It's like talking with a friend who tells you the truth without making you feel bad about yourself. XXOO ❤️ ❤️
Great Tips! Two of my favorites: 1. VOLUME between the waist and thigh area makes all the difference in how slim a maxi, midi or wide leg trouser appears. Bottoms that fan out from the waist add too much volume around the hips and thighs. Even wide leg trousers can be flattering if the vertical lines nip in slightly around the upper thigh and then fall straight to the wide hem. 2. BRAS must lift without lumps... or pain. Pressure points must be distributed across a wide enough surface to smooth contours. Underarm support should smooth and direct the body into a flattering position without pain. No bruises on the inside of arms from improperly positioned underwires.
Am I the only one who thinks those enormous jeans doesn’t make people look slimmer? You said so yourself that oversized clothes make you look bigger. Wide legged pants seem to add so much visual weight, particularly for jeans where denim stands so stiffly away from the body. I thought you looked thinner in the skinny jeans because I can see how slim and pretty your legs are. I find nothing makes me look dumpier than wide legged pants because of the bulk they add to my lower half. My legs and butt are some of my best features so why wear clothes that make them look thicker? If my shoes match my pants I still have a long line. Am I the only one who thinks this way? Yes, I know skinnies are out of style, but I will go for straight rather than wide legged.
I’m short, I’ve always been short and I’ll probably continue being short forever. So, I’ve learned to accept my shortness and dress in what I like. I love jeans and sneakers. No matter where I go, I like to wear jeans. At my age, I feel I deserve jeans. I’m retired and don’t need to dress for anyone but myself. I don’t go anywhere unless I really need to. So, my rant is over. Some days I’m happy and some days not so much. Today is a not so much day. I enjoy your videos because you’re real. I mean that as a compliment.
I'm 5'2", so might be considered as short. I'm not a fan of this term, my ex always said I was "fun sized", like a mini mars bar! So you're fun sized really, I hope this helps 😘💋❤
You are petite, which is a great advantage because room ceilings look higher and more elegant, remember that! It took me ages to accept my petiteness and now I feel sorry for tall people who have to duck under doors and almost touch the ceiling in modern houses without very high ceilings
I spent a good part of my 20s wishing I were more petite and shorter. I have come to realize that we all think the grass is greener on the other side in one way or another but like you said, it makes the most sense to accept ourselves and love ourselves the way God made us! ❤️❤️
Thank you for this video! I especially appreciate all the side-by-side clips showing the difference that a seemingly small tweak can make - neckline, hemline, shoes, etc. I just subscribed! :)
I was recently in a restaurant. I saw three women wearing black cold shoulder tops/dresses. There was a black sweater that i swear i donated years ago. It appears that all these women were thrift shopping. Today’s subject definitely applies to me. I keep two different sizes of clothes depending on my weight (or bloating). Thank you!
Anything really clingy will add bulk. I always check my back, if I see any bumps or lumps…I get rid of that item. I just got rid of all of my too tight clothes, Ugh!
Currently I have got a style client with the same wish: how to look slimmer and taller 🙂 So my tip #1 was to accept her height first, also the 10 pounds she gained- and now we start styling her curves better. What I always suggest to petite ladies is to accentuate the upper body around the shoulders and face- also hair. High -waist pants or skirt. Them in the same colour as the shoes. This stretches a lot. Also wearing belts and adjusting the sleeve length of tops, shirts, etc makes a huge difference. And-yes- brighter and lighter colours instead of black etc add dimension in a good way 🙂
I HAVE the jeans you show in the first don't! 😆 Except mine fit. I even still wear them, and they look fine with some outfits (belly covered) and not very good with others. Really I should look for a better pair... Big YES on the advice to show skin of the parts you like. I have great shoulders and upper arms, and look better in a v-neck. So guess what tops I look for? It doesn't work great in winter in Iowa, but sometimes I still go with that and cover with a jacket or sweater.
Thank you for your excellent point about wearing thicker more structured fabrics that skim rather than clinging to the body. Even polyester can look and drape acceptably when it has some substance. Sorry for the rant, but nobody needs to see bulging back fat!😵💫
Dear, dear Ms Anna... It is FANTASTIC! You show the difference! (skinny jeans or...high rise; a bit of shoulders (or a lot), V-neck tip, dark/light colours....all white (goody it is a top of the list this year, adorable!)) Tips...that we CAN achieve with what we have! Your recommendations are so appreciated! Thank you Ms Anna.... helene :)
I have short legs (paired with a long torso) and I concur that a maxi length is really flattering and visually lengthens. I never buy midi skirts or cropped pants as they make my legs look quit short and chopped off.
Ditto. And I can't wait to see the end of sloppy, over-sized blazers and coats that swallow women up, regardless of their height. Why would we want to look sloppy and overwhelmed???
Anna…you’re such a sweetie. I’ll tell you though, if you’ve gained 10 pounds, I’ll eat my socks!! 😊 Your videos are SO HELPFUL….I ALWAYS refer back to them, even when I am at the store buying things! I’ve had salespeople ask me what I am doing looking at my phone…I think it makes them a bit nervous thinking I’m videoing the inside of the store or something lol😅 HOWEVER I now have 3 salespeople in different strokes that are now following you! Just keep being you Anna, we love you. 🤍🇨🇦👍
I recently (2 weeks ago) fractured my right knee and have been taking advantage of my chance to whine and complain. Of course I’ve been doing the propping up and icing of my knee and leg. Fearing a blood clot I decided to purchase surgical hose for some compression. Well, when you were talking of gaining/losing weight I started laughing. I ordered thigh high stockings in an extra small. I’m short with short legs and I can’t keep these stockings up. They keep falling down around my knees. So I decided to tape them up. I now have surgical tape around the top of my surgical hose and surgical gauze. It really looks dumb, but I’m determined to wear these hose.
Look forward to your videos. So helpful. So down to earth. Your advice is always great especially since you remind people to do what works for them. Thank you for those reminders! I also had one pair of skinny jeans looming. I kept them to put on every now and then to remind myself why I never felt like me in them and to not get sucked in to that again! Have a great week. ❤
You really know your stuff. I have worked as a fashion consultant and I agree with all the points you made. You are knowledgeable and well spoken. I do have to say that here in the south, we find your speech just a little too fast. I had to slow it down in order to absorb what you were saying. 😉 I’ll be a new subscriber and look forward to more videos. Thanks for sharing❣️
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Great video Anna! I think most women can relate to the idea of dressing taller / slimmer. Also, when we feel pretty in our outfit we are less likely to overeat or eat unhealthy snacks. It's like, looking good begets eating good. I notice if I put on a great outfit in the morning, I actually forget to eat, until I actually feel very hungry. And before I know it, I've lost a couple of pounds. For me, its all about confidence and loving myself. BTW, I'm 70 years young and still love looking stylish. I never leave the house looking frumpy in stretch pants and a tunic top. 😅
Just discovered your videos, which I love! You're really down-to-earth and funny. _And_ you actually provide details and links to all your clothes/shoes, etc. Lots of channels don't; it's deeply frustrating. So, thank you! Oh, and you look fabulous, too 😊
As someone who has gone from a junior size 13 as a teen, then dropped to a 00 in my 20's through late 30's, then again over the decades increasingly gone up to a 6, 8 and now a comfortable 10 at 64? I am HEALTHY. I dress stylishly for my body shape. And it feels a bit odd and creepy, if I am being honest - to embrace "skinnier". I love the tips but what I love more? Being comfortable in who I am and dressing to make me look the best I can. I'd love to eliminate "skinnier"from the equation but love your style tips, so thank you.
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Great tips, keep up the good work. Have you done a video on how to build a personal uniform? Like I'm changing mine from joggers to wider legs, jeans , pants, and a good top.
The High waist wide leg jeans (27) link just repeats the velvet bodysuit link from right above it. Would love to know where you got those jeans, I've been on the lookout for a good pair of wide legs
You can add to the column of color by not showing your ankles. If you are wearing a black sweater and black pants, throw on some black trouser socks or black boots.
i am the one person that would like to lose weight in my shoulders...lol.. I do NOT like my shoulders as I find them too round... so I am your first to say this... lol.. Heather from Nova Scotia Canada
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Anna, I love this video plus all the others on your channel. Have learned so much and i just like your personality too. Recently returned to working in an office after 3 years of working from home in slippers and sweatpants. Bought a couple new pieces for this transition, applying guidance from your content, and it's made a huge difference in how I look and my confidence. Also even feel comfortable browsing or even purchasing in higher end stores now for some reason. So thank you! (And yes -- I'm subscribed and always hit the big thumbs up on your videos!❤)
Yes good timing. My father-in-law passed away last week, and there has been so. much. food. 😢 So bloated. Wearing a body suit today with black slacks that usually fit fine but spotted the dreaded bra bulge in the bathroom at work 👀 Def wearing all black with a colorful poncho tomorrow & jewelry!😅
Dear Anna! Brilliant video! Thank you! Have a conundrum: played Violin (I'm that one )- in orchestra in new years concert, was seen (and filmed 😠) from the front: wore a fitted long dress with bolero jacket that looked lovely standing up - and absolutely desasterous sitting down! I lost a lot of weight, but tummy is not shifting- am 62, so any ideas on long dresses that will not make me look like pink sausage in lace peel when seen sitting from the front???? And again thank you for all your smart and kind and suberbly entertaining videos!❤
The people in the comments mentioning the chains…..this is a feel good style channel….please take the politics elsewhere. Yes, the world is shit, but do you really need to remind everyone on here about that? We came here to escape the chaos and we love fashion and her channel. Leave if you’re not in to it, please!
The definitive video that proves skinny jeans are not the best choice for anyone. If they don’t look that wonderful on you, then they aren’t the best choice for the rest of us.
These are great tips, Ana. Thank you for giving such good examples to illustrate your points. I’m guilty of some of these “don’ts”, but I appreciate the suggestions to easily correct them.
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Good topic Anna! Holidays are the worst because there are so many cookies and cakes and Hershey's kisses all over the place at work I think I gained 10 lb s. I just wear leggings and a nice pair of boots or a pair of sneakers you know maybe sambas with a nice shirt till I lose the weight again no worries!
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"Misery loves company" as we say in the UK. So we can kid yourselves that we feel OK when we know deep down that we'd rather be 10lbs lighter again. Sorry if this sounds harsh, but it is better to avoid all these weight fluctuations, prevention is better than spending months dieting to lose those pounds again for the umpteenth time. I yo-yo dieted a lot and the only thing that helped me was to eat a whole food plant-based diet as the portions are big and delicious so you don't feel deprived. If you're interested have a look at the pcrm and Chef AJ youtube channels, they're trustworthy sites and offer invaluable advice.
lol it happens to all of us! It pretty much always happens to me over the holidays so I’ve just learned to enjoy it on the way up, and enjoy it a on the way down 🤣❤️
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These are great suggestions if you have only one problem area but if you’re like me and have multiple problem areas there’s not much help in this video.
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I married a man who liked petite women, success, I’m short but he also likes high heels and so on, looking short isn’t my stress but not looking stumpy would be great.
Almost every influencer recommends putting on a blazer. I’m 5 ft and think I don’t look good in blazers and therefore don’t wear. What do you think one should wear instead? Thank you.
I’m 5’1” and shorter (think high hip) blazers are part of my everyday look. I love it as my 3rd piece over a sleeveless top and jeans. I’m a teacher and classrooms can be warm, but the sleeveless tops make it work. I also wear shorter cardigans that end just below my waist, so that might be an option for you.
@@user-im3tk9ri7e Really true. As a petite, I can tell you that regular blazers are cut wrong for us. It isn't just the length (to hip or whatever), it's also how they fit across the upper back. But if you don't like blazers, a shorter casual jacket or sweater works well, too.
Oversized, baggy, slinky fabric clothes do make you look skinny... if you are already skinny lol. Esp if you add some element that shows off a small part of you, e.g. leggings, crop top, belt. Something about the way they droop/hang off the body doesn't add bulk.
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Skinny jeans - the clue is in the name, you have to be skinny to look great in them. Not just slim, but very slim. When they were very fashionable, I thought they looked particularly unflattering on men
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I wish you could just shop for me……I don’t wear color but everything you show in neutral I pretty much LOVE…I can’t wear high waisted ( basically no torso)🤨…. I’m super short 5’ 1.5”…. So shopping is basically exhausting.
Try a service like Stitchfix! Or… some of the department stores you can hire stylist for free - they will pull things according to your preference and you just try them on ❤️❤️
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Lovely Anna, you've been wearing a lot of casual loose tops lately, you look so much more elegant and chic when you wear more fitted clothes, coarse knits are not very flattering imo unless in freezing weather or skiing. I thought you looked lovely in your old skinny jeans, don't throw them away! (but ditch the mauve T shirt, definitely). PS We should not be resigned to putting on weight every year during the holidays, this is madness as it can take months to lose the lbs we've gained. Let's just eat normal quantities of food and not binge on fatty and sugary junk at Christmas, etc. I grew up in Italy and Christmas dinner was just a normal roast dinner with a slice of pandoro or some pastries, and that was it. But nowadays we have gone crazy overindulging in the holidays and then feeling fat and regretting it all. There's really no need to accept that this is what we do every year. It's quite easy to say, No thank you with a smile once you practice, I have learnt to simply say, I don't eat those, thank you and if someone insists I say, Doctor's orders and do not explain any further. I have not put on any weight even though weather has been awful and it would be easy to comfort eat junk. I comfort eat on lovely plant-based deliciousness (soups, kabocha squashes, lentils, beans, etc.).
Your last tip was the real gem 🥹 dress for the body that YOU HAVE. It's a great body and you'll love it when you dress it in clothes that fit you. We're women- we know sizing is rigged, so let's not even think about the numbers. Heck, cut out the size after you buy it! But get clothes that fit you and it's going to make a world of a difference ❤
The idea of high waisted jeans/pants being slimming because the waist narrows. 😂 I wish! My waist is lost. I’m trying to find it, but it doesn’t exist.
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It is so true about skinny jeans. I put on a pair of skinny jeans and immediately no, immediately no, my mid section looked so huge. I felt so horrible. Talk about body negativity. Then I put on a pair of straight jeans and immediately yes. Until I lose at least 15lbs and get Jessica Alba abs No Mam. Also my butt also gets longer when I gain weight 🤦🏽♀️
I'm glad you like the Spanx pants, but I do NOT! You know how when you wear a bra or cami that doesn't have underwire and it makes you look like you have a uniboob? That's what I think the Spanx pants do for the rear end. Where is the chain from? I love it!
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There is so much truth to the last bit! I pay less attention to what I think of my body when I'm in a good, well-fitting outfit. I went to a PTA meeting in jeans, tee and blazer, and I felt cute already, but then one of my 10yo son's friends said, "I like your outfit today. You look really professional..." 😆
Omg a 10yr old actually stopping to point out how nice you looked… that is actually amazing!!! I love this! ❤️❤️❤️
@@ANNAREID29 He totally made my day!
I thought I was the only person who had clothes accounting for normal weight maintenance fluctuations. 😂 but it’s crazy how much we can fluctuate and how it can make us feel as women. It’s not about “goal” clothing, but more about being prepared for whatever our body decides to give us that day. Great video!
I so agree!! Only having clothes that fit me when I was “smaller” was the worst idea ever 🤣🤣
At age 70, I refuse to be either a season or a geometrical shape. But I have broad shoulders and narrow hips, so a lighter colour on the bottom half with a darker colour on top works. On the bike on cold winter mornings, I wear thick warm round neck jumpers, and create a 'V' with a carefully woven narrow scarf over it. My lower legs could do with a couple of extra inches in length, so I wear high waisted trousers, belted, and tuck in. Good tip to match footwear to trousers, thanks
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I just bought some new clothes that fit me at my current weight. I have been struggling to lose weight. Menopause is no joke! I had to accept that I still want to look good now and that it may take me awhile to lose the weight. I do like the wider leg pants that are in now. I feel they are definitely more flattering than skinny jeans.
I love this, Jen! Looking good doesn’t mean looking like a certain weight❤️❤️
I love your videos, Anna. You're adorable and funny and give great information without sounding superior. It's like talking with a friend who tells you the truth without making you feel bad about yourself. XXOO ❤️ ❤️
Thank you so much, Pat!! This means a lot to me! ❤️❤️
Great Tips!
Two of my favorites:
1. VOLUME between the waist and thigh area makes all the difference in how slim a maxi, midi or wide leg trouser appears. Bottoms that fan out from the waist add too much volume around the hips and thighs. Even wide leg trousers can be flattering if the vertical lines nip in slightly around the upper thigh and then fall straight to the wide hem.
2. BRAS must lift without lumps... or pain. Pressure points must be distributed across a wide enough surface to smooth contours. Underarm support should smooth and direct the body into a flattering position without pain. No bruises on the inside of arms from improperly positioned underwires.
Such a great point! Undergarments can be a huge factor in to clothes looking right! ❤️
Am I the only one who thinks those enormous jeans doesn’t make people look slimmer? You said so yourself that oversized clothes make you look bigger. Wide legged pants seem to add so much visual weight, particularly for jeans where denim stands so stiffly away from the body. I thought you looked thinner in the skinny jeans because I can see how slim and pretty your legs are. I find nothing makes me look dumpier than wide legged pants because of the bulk they add to my lower half. My legs and butt are some of my best features so why wear clothes that make them look thicker? If my shoes match my pants I still have a long line. Am I the only one who thinks this way? Yes, I know skinnies are out of style, but I will go for straight rather than wide legged.
I’m short, I’ve always been short and I’ll probably continue being short forever. So, I’ve learned to accept my shortness and dress in what I like. I love jeans and sneakers. No matter where I go, I like to wear jeans. At my age, I feel I deserve jeans. I’m retired and don’t need to dress for anyone but myself. I don’t go anywhere unless I really need to. So, my rant is over. Some days I’m happy and some days not so much. Today is a not so much day. I enjoy your videos because you’re real. I mean that as a compliment.
I got 1" taller when I went to a chiropractor.
I'm 5'2", so might be considered as short. I'm not a fan of this term, my ex always said I was "fun sized", like a mini mars bar! So you're fun sized really, I hope this helps 😘💋❤
You are petite, which is a great advantage because room ceilings look higher and more elegant, remember that! It took me ages to accept my petiteness and now I feel sorry for tall people who have to duck under doors and almost touch the ceiling in modern houses without very high ceilings
I spent a good part of my 20s wishing I were more petite and shorter. I have come to realize that we all think the grass is greener on the other side in one way or another but like you said, it makes the most sense to accept ourselves and love ourselves the way God made us! ❤️❤️
Aaaa... I always wanted to be shorter!! Petite is always in style! Big ladies with big boobs, not so much. You're so lucky! I totally envy you. ❤
Thank you for this video! I especially appreciate all the side-by-side clips showing the difference that a seemingly small tweak can make - neckline, hemline, shoes, etc. I just subscribed! :)
Not gonna lie you looked amazing in the don't jeans.
I was waiting for the downside!! She looks amazing. Jeans from my 20s?? Hahahahaha!!!
@@fiddlersthree8463 right?!?! Those are keepers esp with the right styling. No downside for her in those! 🥳
You are way too kind! Those make me feel like I’m melted and poured in 😄❤️❤️❤️
This blue is YOUR colour. Looks great on you!
Thank you!!
I was recently in a restaurant. I saw three women wearing black cold shoulder tops/dresses. There was a black sweater that i swear i donated years ago. It appears that all these women were thrift shopping.
Today’s subject definitely applies to me. I keep two different sizes of clothes depending on my weight (or bloating). Thank you!
I think it’s way more common than we realize! Our bodies fluctuate so much depending on so many factors ❤️❤️
Anything really clingy will add bulk. I always check my back, if I see any bumps or lumps…I get rid of that item. I just got rid of all of my too tight clothes, Ugh!
I feel you with this!! ❤️❤️
Love this video! also, love the blue sweater you're wearing as well!
Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️
Wear what makes you feel good, don't do the frump wear it will depress you. Anna is on point!
Anna you look so pretty with this understated eye make up look!
Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️
Currently I have got a style client with the same wish: how to look slimmer and taller 🙂 So my tip #1 was to accept her height first, also the 10 pounds she gained- and now we start styling her curves better. What I always suggest to petite ladies is to accentuate the upper body around the shoulders and face- also hair. High -waist pants or skirt. Them in the same colour as the shoes. This stretches a lot. Also wearing belts and adjusting the sleeve length of tops, shirts, etc makes a huge difference. And-yes- brighter and lighter colours instead of black etc add dimension in a good way 🙂
I HAVE the jeans you show in the first don't! 😆 Except mine fit. I even still wear them, and they look fine with some outfits (belly covered) and not very good with others. Really I should look for a better pair... Big YES on the advice to show skin of the parts you like. I have great shoulders and upper arms, and look better in a v-neck. So guess what tops I look for? It doesn't work great in winter in Iowa, but sometimes I still go with that and cover with a jacket or sweater.
Winter in Iowa! I guess your main concern is just being warm! 😄❤️❤️
Thank you for your excellent point about wearing thicker more structured fabrics that skim rather than clinging to the body. Even polyester can look and drape acceptably when it has some substance. Sorry for the rant, but nobody needs to see bulging back fat!😵💫
Dear, dear Ms Anna...
It is FANTASTIC!
You show the difference!
(skinny jeans or...high rise; a bit of shoulders (or a lot), V-neck tip, dark/light colours....all white (goody it is a top of the list this year, adorable!))
Tips...that we CAN achieve with what we have!
Your recommendations are so appreciated!
Thank you Ms Anna....
helene :)
Thank you, Helene! ❤️❤️❤️
I have short legs (paired with a long torso) and I concur that a maxi length is really flattering and visually lengthens. I never buy midi skirts or cropped pants as they make my legs look quit short and chopped off.
I hate low rise. Very few women look great in those. I hope they never come back in style
Ditto. And I can't wait to see the end of sloppy, over-sized blazers and coats that swallow women up, regardless of their height. Why would we want to look sloppy and overwhelmed???
Thanks Anna. Loved this video. It came at the perfect time.
So glad you liked it, Mary!
Anna…you’re such a sweetie. I’ll tell you though, if you’ve gained 10 pounds, I’ll eat my socks!! 😊
Your videos are SO HELPFUL….I ALWAYS refer back to them, even when I am at the store buying things! I’ve had salespeople ask me what I am doing looking at my phone…I think it makes them a bit nervous thinking I’m videoing the inside of the store or something lol😅
HOWEVER I now have 3 salespeople in different strokes that are now following you! Just keep being you Anna, we love you. 🤍🇨🇦👍
You are too kind!!! I’m so glad these videos have been helpful to you! That makes my day ❤️❤️❤️
I recently (2 weeks ago) fractured my right knee and have been taking advantage of my chance to whine and complain. Of course I’ve been doing the propping up and icing of my knee and leg. Fearing a blood clot I decided to purchase surgical hose for some compression. Well, when you were talking of gaining/losing weight I started laughing. I ordered thigh high stockings in an extra small. I’m short with short legs and I can’t keep these stockings up. They keep falling down around my knees. So I decided to tape them up. I now have surgical tape around the top of my surgical hose and surgical gauze. It really looks dumb, but I’m determined to wear these hose.
Look forward to your videos. So helpful. So down to earth. Your advice is always great especially since you remind people to do what works for them. Thank you for those reminders! I also had one pair of skinny jeans looming. I kept them to put on every now and then to remind myself why I never felt like me in them and to not get sucked in to that again! Have a great week. ❤
Haha that’s such a great idea! Sometimes we need those reminders of what definitely does NOT work! 🤣❤️❤️❤️
You really know your stuff. I have worked as a fashion consultant and I agree with all the points you made. You are knowledgeable and well spoken. I do have to say that here in the south, we find your speech just a little too fast. I had to slow it down in order to absorb what you were saying. 😉
I’ll be a new subscriber and look forward to more videos. Thanks for sharing❣️
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Sorry, but the thumbnail.. the skinny jeans is killing it on you!!
Killing it …good?? I feel like I look off balance. I’m not in to it 😄
Definitely buying the black maxi this week.
🙌🙌🙌 love that dress!
@@ANNAREID29 It was gorgeous on you.
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Great video Anna! I think most women can relate to the idea of dressing taller / slimmer. Also, when we feel pretty in our outfit we are less likely to overeat or eat unhealthy snacks. It's like, looking good begets eating good. I notice if I put on a great outfit in the morning, I actually forget to eat, until I actually feel very hungry. And before I know it, I've lost a couple of pounds. For me, its all about confidence and loving myself. BTW, I'm 70 years young and still love looking stylish. I never leave the house looking frumpy in stretch pants and a tunic top. 😅
Just discovered your videos, which I love! You're really down-to-earth and funny. _And_ you actually provide details and links to all your clothes/shoes, etc. Lots of channels don't; it's deeply frustrating. So, thank you! Oh, and you look fabulous, too 😊
As someone who has gone from a junior size 13 as a teen, then dropped to a 00 in my 20's through late 30's, then again over the decades increasingly gone up to a 6, 8 and now a comfortable 10 at 64? I am HEALTHY. I dress stylishly for my body shape. And it feels a bit odd and creepy, if I am being honest - to embrace "skinnier". I love the tips but what I love more? Being comfortable in who I am and dressing to make me look the best I can. I'd love to eliminate "skinnier"from the equation but love your style tips, so thank you.
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Thank you Bering so honest about yourself! ❤
Blue sweater looks great on you 😊
Dang, that white&cream outfit! It looks so awesome on you! Stunning!
Great tips, keep up the good work. Have you done a video on how to build a personal uniform? Like I'm changing mine from joggers to wider legs, jeans , pants, and a good top.
Not specifically but I love the concept! Makes getting dressed in a hurry so much easier ❤️❤️
@ANNAREID29 ❤️
The High waist wide leg jeans (27) link just repeats the velvet bodysuit link from right above it.
Would love to know where you got those jeans, I've been on the lookout for a good pair of wide legs
Whoops here you go! bit.ly/4b5QW5h
Great points! I realize I’m guilty of a lot of these mistakes. 😬
You can add to the column of color by not showing your ankles. If you are wearing a black sweater and black pants, throw on some black trouser socks or black boots.
i am the one person that would like to lose weight in my shoulders...lol.. I do NOT like my shoulders as I find them too round... so I am your first to say this... lol.. Heather from Nova Scotia Canada
Heather! I’ll bet your shoulders are amazing show them some love ❤️❤️❤️
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Anna, I love this video plus all the others on your channel. Have learned so much and i just like your personality too. Recently returned to working in an office after 3 years of working from home in slippers and sweatpants. Bought a couple new pieces for this transition, applying guidance from your content, and it's made a huge difference in how I look and my confidence. Also even feel comfortable browsing or even purchasing in higher end stores now for some reason. So thank you! (And yes -- I'm subscribed and always hit the big thumbs up on your videos!❤)
Great tutorial, thank you!
I own clothes from size M (summer) to XXL (winter hibernation). Always choose natural fabric with elastan.
These all look great but maybe you could do a budget version sometime. Pricey for the economic situations many of us are in with inflation.
Most of these tips are about ways to style your clothes not buying anything new…
Yes good timing. My father-in-law passed away last week, and there has been so. much. food. 😢 So bloated. Wearing a body suit today with black slacks that usually fit fine but spotted the dreaded bra bulge in the bathroom at work 👀 Def wearing all black with a colorful poncho tomorrow & jewelry!😅
Dear Anna! Brilliant video! Thank you! Have a conundrum: played Violin (I'm that one )- in orchestra in new years concert, was seen (and filmed 😠) from the front: wore a fitted long dress with bolero jacket that looked lovely standing up - and absolutely desasterous sitting down! I lost a lot of weight, but tummy is not shifting- am 62, so any ideas on long dresses that will not make me look like pink sausage in lace peel when seen sitting from the front???? And again thank you for all your smart and kind and suberbly entertaining videos!❤
The people in the comments mentioning the chains…..this is a feel good style channel….please take the politics elsewhere. Yes, the world is shit, but do you really need to remind everyone on here about that? We came here to escape the chaos and we love fashion and her channel. Leave if you’re not in to it, please!
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The definitive video that proves skinny jeans are not the best choice for anyone. If they don’t look that wonderful on you, then they aren’t the best choice for the rest of us.
These are great tips, Ana. Thank you for giving such good examples to illustrate your points. I’m guilty of some of these “don’ts”, but I appreciate the suggestions to easily correct them.
Glad it was helpful, Christine!
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Love your videos! And I absolutely LOVE AG1!!! It’s changed my digestion and gut health!!!
Good topic Anna! Holidays are the worst because there are so many cookies and cakes and Hershey's kisses all over the place at work I think I gained 10 lb s. I just wear leggings and a nice pair of boots or a pair of sneakers you know maybe sambas with a nice shirt till I lose the weight again no worries!
Yes! ❤️❤️❤️
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i LOVE the funnel neck sweater you are wearing at the 9:07 minute mark. any idea where you got it?
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Thank you for sharing that you gained 10 pounds! Makes me so much better about myself 🥺
And thank you for the tips 👍🏻☺️
"Misery loves company" as we say in the UK. So we can kid yourselves that we feel OK when we know deep down that we'd rather be 10lbs lighter again. Sorry if this sounds harsh, but it is better to avoid all these weight fluctuations, prevention is better than spending months dieting to lose those pounds again for the umpteenth time. I yo-yo dieted a lot and the only thing that helped me was to eat a whole food plant-based diet as the portions are big and delicious so you don't feel deprived. If you're interested have a look at the pcrm and Chef AJ youtube channels, they're trustworthy sites and offer invaluable advice.
lol it happens to all of us! It pretty much always happens to me over the holidays so I’ve just learned to enjoy it on the way up, and enjoy it a on the way down 🤣❤️
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These are great suggestions if you have only one problem area but if you’re like me and have multiple problem areas there’s not much help in this video.
Can you please make a video of fashionably covering thicker upper arms? Thanks
Good information, thank you!
Glad it was helpful, Brenda! ❤️❤️
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Love the video, great advice! Anna, would you do a video on outfits to wear for road trips.
I want to do a travel one! We will see! ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for the videos. What blouses or sweaters should I wear I do have a bigger bust. Any suggestions would help. Thank you for your time
V necks are great! I also love a loose fit button down, unbuttoned 2 buttons ❤️
I love this video. Thank you ❤
Can u link the light colored jeans u worn in this video? (When talking about the length of pants)
Awesome video 👏👏👏
I really enjoy your videos. Thanks for the work.
Glad you like them! ❤️❤️❤️
Excellent! You are a beautiful woman, I always try to go with your recommendations! Thank you for being truthful and kind.
Thank you so much, Karen! ❤️❤️
Such a great video Anna, thank you!!
I get the opposite reaction in wide leg pants. I look fat.
Me, too!
I don’t think they are for everybody! Find what works for you ❤️❤️❤️
Yet another amazing video. ❤
Thank you, Michelle! ❤️❤️❤️
I married a man who liked petite women, success, I’m short but he also likes high heels and so on, looking short isn’t my stress but not looking stumpy would be great.
we are sooo hard on ourselves
Almost every influencer recommends putting on a blazer. I’m 5 ft and think I don’t look good in blazers and therefore don’t wear. What do you think one should wear instead? Thank you.
I’m 5’1” and shorter (think high hip) blazers are part of my everyday look. I love it as my 3rd piece over a sleeveless top and jeans. I’m a teacher and classrooms can be warm, but the sleeveless tops make it work. I also wear shorter cardigans that end just below my waist, so that might be an option for you.
Diane, buy only petite sizes and consider having them tailored and they should be great for you.
@@user-im3tk9ri7e Really true. As a petite, I can tell you that regular blazers are cut wrong for us. It isn't just the length (to hip or whatever), it's also how they fit across the upper back. But if you don't like blazers, a shorter casual jacket or sweater works well, too.
Buy petite sizes. I'm 5'2" and have a big collection of beautiful blazers.
Great tips! Thanks! ❤️🙌🏼👍🏼
You are so welcome!
Hi Anna. Pat from Rhode Island
Oversized, baggy, slinky fabric clothes do make you look skinny... if you are already skinny lol. Esp if you add some element that shows off a small part of you, e.g. leggings, crop top, belt. Something about the way they droop/hang off the body doesn't add bulk.
I look at as “the hanger effect”😂😂….wish my clothes had drape instead of hilly mounds🤷♀️….too loose and I’m wearing a tent.
Great tips. Thank you.
Your videos are amazing 🙂
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Very imformative, thank you
Skinny jeans - the clue is in the name, you have to be skinny to look great in them. Not just slim, but very slim. When they were very fashionable, I thought they looked particularly unflattering on men
I actually wanna lose weight in my shoulders/arms!!! Looooool
You make so much sense.....🎉
You have such a nice figure that you looked good even in the first tight t-shirt and jeans outfit that was a "don't" example! 😊
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I wish you could just shop for me……I don’t wear color but everything you show in neutral I pretty much LOVE…I can’t wear high waisted ( basically no torso)🤨…. I’m super short 5’ 1.5”…. So shopping is basically exhausting.
Try a service like Stitchfix! Or… some of the department stores you can hire stylist for free - they will pull things according to your preference and you just try them on ❤️❤️
Wide leg pants with pleats make your hips look broader.
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Love your videos
V neck minimize burst it looks so basic on me 😢
Great ideas
Honey love for shape wear!
Lovely Anna, you've been wearing a lot of casual loose tops lately, you look so much more elegant and chic when you wear more fitted clothes, coarse knits are not very flattering imo unless in freezing weather or skiing. I thought you looked lovely in your old skinny jeans, don't throw them away! (but ditch the mauve T shirt, definitely). PS We should not be resigned to putting on weight every year during the holidays, this is madness as it can take months to lose the lbs we've gained. Let's just eat normal quantities of food and not binge on fatty and sugary junk at Christmas, etc. I grew up in Italy and Christmas dinner was just a normal roast dinner with a slice of pandoro or some pastries, and that was it. But nowadays we have gone crazy overindulging in the holidays and then feeling fat and regretting it all. There's really no need to accept that this is what we do every year. It's quite easy to say, No thank you with a smile once you practice, I have learnt to simply say, I don't eat those, thank you and if someone insists I say, Doctor's orders and do not explain any further. I have not put on any weight even though weather has been awful and it would be easy to comfort eat junk. I comfort eat on lovely plant-based deliciousness (soups, kabocha squashes, lentils, beans, etc.).
I feel that all those stretch or yoga pants are like putting a goldfish in a bigger bowl - you're going to get a bigger fish!
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Perfect video.
Thank you!!
😅😅😅 my husband and I talked about our butts getting long!!😂 Why???😂
Anna I love you to death so dont be mad.I think the necklace youre wearing is overpowering. ❤
Your last tip was the real gem 🥹 dress for the body that YOU HAVE. It's a great body and you'll love it when you dress it in clothes that fit you. We're women- we know sizing is rigged, so let's not even think about the numbers. Heck, cut out the size after you buy it! But get clothes that fit you and it's going to make a world of a difference ❤
Yes! ❤️❤️❤️ I’m here for this!
Thank you!
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Even from the thumbnail it’s clear that skinny pants slim down and wide legs don’t, btw… 😂
The idea of high waisted jeans/pants being slimming because the waist narrows. 😂 I wish! My waist is lost. I’m trying to find it, but it doesn’t exist.
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Love your blue sweater! Can you send me link?
Everything Anna is wearing is linked in the description box of her videos. Hit the “more” & you’ll find it!
Here you go! bit.ly/3RODNVv
@@ANNAREID29 thank you! ❤️
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I wish I could lose weight in my shoulders.
It is so true about skinny jeans. I put on a pair of skinny jeans and immediately no, immediately no, my mid section looked so huge. I felt so horrible. Talk about body negativity. Then I put on a pair of straight jeans and immediately yes. Until I lose at least 15lbs and get Jessica Alba abs No Mam. Also my butt also gets longer when I gain weight 🤦🏽♀️
Omg I love this 🤣🤣🤣 Let me know what you do to get the Jessica Alba abs I’m not even sure I have any 🤣
I feel so bad for you having to put all these disclaimers before you give your awesome advice.
I'm glad you like the Spanx pants, but I do NOT! You know how when you wear a bra or cami that doesn't have underwire and it makes you look like you have a uniboob? That's what I think the Spanx pants do for the rear end.
Where is the chain from? I love it!
If I follow two of these ideas will I possibly look 20lbs slimmer? 😂
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