'I'm a stylist - women over 40 can look years younger and feel confident in every outfit with one trick'
An expert shares how to dress to feel confident
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Picking the right outfit can boost confidence, create an enviable silhouette and even help you look years younger.
Speaking exclusively to GB News, a stylist shared the "key" to looking and feeling your best in every outfit.
It all starts with finding pieces that highlight your favourite assets, founder and CEO at Open Luxury James Firestein said.
He told GB News: "In my many years as a stylist, I've learned that the key to dressing in a flattering way is to play up your best assets while minimising areas you feel less confident about.
Women should pick outfits that highlight their best features
GETTY"The most important thing is to feel comfortable and confident in what you wear. But there are some strategic fashion choices that tend to be universally flattering for certain body types.
"No matter what your body type, the most important thing is to have confidence and wear clothes that make you feel like the best version of yourself."
It is easy to walk into a shop and pick up the latest trend, but if you don't feel confident in what you are wearing, it will show.
Instead, pick pieces that are flattering and comfortable for you. One way to do this is to know your body type and dress appropriately for that.
Pear-shaped body type
The expert said: "For pear-shaped bodies that are fuller on the bottom, A-line dresses and skirts are ideal for balancing out your shape.
"Try pairing them with a fitted blazer on top from brands like Theory or L'Agence to cinch the waist. Bootcut and flared jeans also look amazing on this body type."
Athletic body type
"If you have an athletic or straight up-and-down figure, wrap dresses are extraordinarily flattering, hugging your waistline in all the right places," the expert added.
"Diane von Furstenberg makes excellent wrap dresses. Peplum tops and structured shift dresses also complement this body type."
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Hourglass body type
James continued: "For hourglass figures, fitted wrap dresses show off your curves beautifully. Consider a faux wrap dress from Reformation or Karen Millen.
"Body-skimming pencil skirts that hit at or just below the knee are also ideal for highlighting your shape. An Ann Taylor or Banana Republic sheath dress would be perfect."
Women who are unsure of what body type they are can try various online tests that will help them figure it out.
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