23 Ways to Flatter Your Butt With the Clothes You've Already Got

We've got our closets stocked with denim miniskirts and plenty of cutout, open-back tops that draw all eyes to — you guessed it — our booties. And when we're wearing our high-waisted, flared jeans, we can't help but want to spin around and show off our backsides because, hey, they look fine.

But that doesn't mean we're constructing our outfits without sophistication in mind. The 23 stylish outfit ideas here will help you play up and emphasize your booty in a way that feels elevated and on-trend this season. Scroll for unique ways to show 'em what your mama gave you — but in a subtly sexy sort of way.

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Tuck a bodysuit with an eye-catching cutout detail on the back into high-waisted jeans or shorts. Cuffing or belting your denim will attract attention to the area right near your booty, giving it lift.

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Cropped, printed trousers in a lightweight material like silk hug your curves. When your top is tucked into them, your booty will be more defined.

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Find a pair of tight jeans that feature a unique, look-at-me detail, like Chiara Ferragni's stitched pocket. Wear a cropped top or jacket for maximum effect — all eyes will naturally head south.

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Belt your denim button-down instead of wearing it open. Your cinched waist will help to achieve an hourglass figure.

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A jumpsuit with a triangular cutout detail at the back will draw eyes to the back of your outfit, not the front.

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Even if you're not very well-endowed in the booty area, strike a contrast by tucking a super slouchy tee into your formfitting leather miniskirt.

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When you're wearing your trusty cutoffs — the ones that make your butt appear nice and round — choose a crop top or one that doesn't fall below the waist. That way, your whole shape is defined.

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A lightweight jumpsuit will hug your natural curves. Work what your mama gave you and walk proud.

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Tight denim pencil skirts are your new best friend. When you walk, your booty will be defined, even if it's not the curviest butt on the street. Try a pair of tall heels to add extra lift.

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For a night out, a sheer caged skirt will create buzz, leaving them no other option than to check out your curves.

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Overalls that are formfitting, not slouchy, work to define your shape every time. Just choose a simple top to go underneath and head out the door.

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Horizontal stripes give off a slightly wider effect, so use them to your advantage! They'll hug the curve of your butt, making it look bigger — but not in a bad way.

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Shiny, luxe leather attracts the sunlight. Find skinnies or a skirt in the material and you'll attract more eyes than you would if you were wearing jersey or jeans.

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A high-waisted cut and unfinished hem isn't exactly polished, but it does bring attention to your upper leg. Tuck in your tee to achieve maximum effect.

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Attract eyes to your backside with a dipping cut that'll fall against your booty when the wind blows.

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Create a monochrome outfit that includes different textures and details. Your shape will be highlighted against the smoothest part of your look — in this case, denim.

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Cropped, colored jeans are super shape-defining. Even if you're not rocking them with a bralette, your bottom half will still pop.

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A striped, wide-leg jumpsuit will cling to your curves as you walk. The less fabric up top, the better the sway effect on the bottom.

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Invest in a shirt dress or a printed wrap dress with a belt. An A-line design creates the illusion of a pear shape, even if you don't have one.

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Peplums cinch your waist for you, so throw on your most flattering jeans and work it in a pair of heels.

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A flouncy, off-the-shoulder top that fans out draws attention to whatever you've got going on down below. Wear white to make it look bright.

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A ribbed set, especially in a neutral color, is pretty much a second skin. If you're ready to show 'em what you got, shake it in your two-piece.

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Cropped, slightly flared jeans that are high-waisted make for the perfect '70s-inspired cut. If you find a pair with a lot of structure, trust them to always make your bottom appear toned and fabulous.