10 Easy Style Tips to Elongate Your Leg Line

Updated on 8/4/2016 at 8:30 AM

If you have a long torso, you understand the struggle of trying to find clothes that balance out both your top and bottom portions. Low-rise jeans make your legs look short and stocky and some bikinis draw too much attention to your long waistline. The trick to making your legs look longer and your waist shorter, however, is all about clothing proportions. High-waisted bottoms — whether they be jeans or skirts — will not only give the illusion of longer legs, but will also create the lean frame you've been hoping for. That's not the only style secret, though. Ahead, we've rounded up 10 easy outfit tips that will make your torso look smaller and your legs longer, all without losing any of your curves in the process.

Wear a Top That Floats Away From the Body

To conceal your natural waistline, wear tops that move away from your body.

Embrace Ankle Boots and Low-Cut Shoes

Ankle booties and lower-cut footwear will make your legs appear longer because they give you the height without adding bulk to your bottom.

Play With Illusions

Scared a midi skirt will make your bottom half look bigger? Try a sheer version that gives a peek at the legs, which makes it seem like your legs go on for days.

Wear Dark Colors

Dark colors easily allow you to hide what you don't like in order to show off what you do. The black high-waisted skirt and top uniform draws attention to the body as a whole and not just one section.

Try a Pair of Heels

Visually, heels make anyone look taller, but this is especially true for people with long torsos. A comfy pair of heels will make the bottom portion of your body look longer to balance out the top half.

Pair a Crop Top With High-Waisted Bottoms

Crop tops can be your best friend. Play with proportions by pairing a crop top with high-waisted bottoms.

Embrace High-Waisted Skirts

A high-waisted skirt sits higher up on your body, adding length to the bottom.

Invest in High-Waisted Jeans

Mid- to high-rise jeans will help balance out the proportions by giving the illusion of longer legs and a higher waistline. They also draw the eyes up instead of down.

Tuck In Your Tops

Tucking in your tops lets you create a waistline where you want it to be.

Wear Jackets That Hit Above Your Hip

Keep all your cropped jackets at hip level (and not below) to draw more attention to your top half.