When it comes to styling our figure, there are many tricks that exist in the ideology of fashion. From playing with silhouette and lengths to choosing a specific shoe, the truth is, Depending on the type of clothes and accessories we choose, our figure can vary greatly. Have you heard about optical effects in fashion? These are based on achieving a visual ideal by playing with the garments: narrow waist, broaden shoulders, shorten or lengthen silhouettes, there are many options that clothing can offer us. An example is known as “infinite legs” effect.
We could say that it is one of the oldest style tricks in fashion and at the same time the most repeated by hundreds celebrities. A way to stylize our figure and extend a few centimeters our body color. How can this optical effect be achieved? The key will be when choosing clothes and accessories that, at least visually, elongate our silhouette. If we look at some of the most repeated examples inside and outside of international photo calls, we can see how palazzo pantshigh-waisted straight pants, mini skirts, vertical stripes or single-colored looks are some of the most repeated and practical bets when it comes to gaining inches and giving it “infinite legs” effect.
Of course, these are not the only options. There is also the possibility to play with the complements, more specifically with the shoes. And it is that these can also be a successful formula when it comes to lengthening and styling our silhouette. Did you know that pointed shoes, from colour beige or can extend our legs enormously with vinyl details? well these are just a few wardrobe options who allow it. Other designs like platforms, Sandals with very thin straps or mule-type shoes, which don’t shorten our fit by straps or bracelets, can be other great lifesavers.. Want to achieve a stylized silhouette, but don’t know how to adapt these tips to the fall season? Next, we propose some super ideal options with which: you get that “infinite leg” effect with your fall dresses without going wrong.
Shoes with high heels and a pointed toe give an effect of greater height and with it infinite legs. This court model with a mini heel from Graceland, for sale at Deichmann, can be a super special basic in your everyday outfits.
List price: € 24.99
And speaking of colors, beige is the definitive tone when it comes to elongating our silhouette. Choose beige shoe models to achieve a “second skin” effect and elongate your legs. For this we have signed the Krack Harmony Touch ankle boot, in leather and with a heel of 9 cm.
Recommended retail price: €49.50
Imagine a shoe that brings together many of the qualities of the ‘infinite leg effect’ and is also a base to wear every season. Pointed nose, beige color and transparent ankle, these are Lodi’s cream colored Victory pumps that you won’t take off all season.
Recommended retail price: €119
But if there’s one shoe that’s reigning this fall for its “infinite leg effect,” it’s the XXL boot. One of the strongest trends of the season that will also make you add centimeters in height. Looking for an off-road model? These high leather boots from Mango (Ref. 37085146-BELINDA-LM) are for you.
List price: €199.99
Mule shoes are other ways to achieve a ‘kilometric legs effect’, how? The silhouette, which frees up the ankle, makes the leg appear longer and therefore longer. Massimo Dutti has the perfect mules: the Wide Shovel Leather Heeled Sandal. Reference 1622/950
Recommended retail price: €39.95
Another formula for gaining inches is to choose shoes with large platforms. Looking ahead to autumn, why not opt for trendy styles such as the maxi-platform mary janes? The Vagabond Brooke model is ideal for your seasonal outfits.
Recommended retail price: € 100
Any shoe with a high percentage of leather aims to elongate our silhouette, even those whose fabric allows for a clear appreciation, such as vinyl designs. Did you know that it is one of the most repeated tricks among models like Alessandra Ambrossio? The top dresses them on many occasions along with designs that allow a glimpse of their legs. If you want a similar model, at Zara we found these wide heel sandals in vinyl, ref. 2304/910.
Recommended retail price: €39.95
Source: Marie Claire
