Easy Ways to Hide Belly Fat in Jeans: 13 Steps (with Pictures) (2024)

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Co-authored byStephanie Fajardo

Last Updated: December 2, 2020References

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   Try on jeans that are snug-fitting. Look for jeans that are labeled as straight, slim, or skinny fit. Try on each different type and pick the one that feels snug and well-fitting, but not too constricting.^[1]

   • Avoid loose-fitting jeans. These types are usually labeled as relaxed, boyfriend, or wide-leg styles. Loose-fitting jeans may make your stomach look bigger than it actually is.
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   Find the size that feels the most comfortable. Try on a wide variety of sizes before you decide what pair to purchase. If the jeans feel too small or too large, don’t worry and simply try the next size up or down. Ask the sales assistant if the sizing may change when the jeans are washed, as this could mean that you need to pick a different size.

   • Choosing the right size is the most important part of feeling comfortable and confident with your belly while you are wearing jeans.^[2]
   • Sizes tend to differ between retailers so make sure that you try on every pair of jeans before you buy them to check that they feel right, even if the jeans are in your regular size.
   • Never purchase baggy jeans, as these may be unflattering and can make your belly look larger.

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   Pick dark-wash or black jeans for a slimming color choice. If you feel uncomfortable about your belly, dark-wash or black jeans are a great choice as they don't draw attention to your stomach. Try dark navy, charcoal, dark grey, and black jeans to see what color you prefer.^[3]

   • Try to avoid white or light-wash jeans, as these can draw attention to your belly.
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   Choose mid-rise or high-rise jeans for the most flattering cut. Mid-rise and high-rise jeans help to support and cover your belly. These jeans are the most flattering shape if you have concerns about your tummy.^[4]

   • Avoid wearing low-rise jeans. These don’t cover your belly and tend to cause a muffin-top, which may make you feel uncomfortable.^[5]
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   Check that the jeans have firm fabric around the belly. While you are wearing the jeans, feel the fabric that forms the belly section. It should feel firm and secure, rather than loose or flimsy. Make sure that your belly feels supported, but not tightly restricted.^[6]

   • If your stomach area feels supported and comfortable, you can pull off any cut or style of jeans!
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   Pick jeans that end at your ankle to get the right length. Jeans come in a variety of different lengths depending on how long your legs are. Try on a few different lengths in your preferred size to find a pair that brushes your ankles. Avoid jeans that are too short or that bunch up at your ankles.^[7]

   • Jeans that bunch up at your ankle are too long and can make your shape look short and rounded. Jeans that are the correct length will help to streamline your look.^[8]

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   Look for jeans that have a zip fly and simple pockets. Pick jeans that are plain and simple around the fly and pockets, as this part of the jeans is closest to the area that you are trying to draw attention away from. This means that your belly won’t be accentuated and that your look will be more focused on how well the jeans fit you!^[9]

   • Avoid jeans that have a long row of buttons along the fly, as this will add more bulk to your stomach area and may make you feel uncomfortable.
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   Get the jeans professionally fitted to find the best fit for your shape. Getting help from a professional stylist or sales assistant in-store can make a significant difference in how well the jeans will fit you and how good you will feel when wearing them. Try out all of the different styles of jeans that they suggest and pick the pair that feels right for you.^[10]

   • If you cannot have the jeans professionally fitted, bring along a trusted friend or family member when you are shopping. They will be able to give you supportive and honest feedback about the style of jeans that best suits your shape.
   • Alternatively, you can get jeans that are tailor-made just for you. Although this may be expensive, it is a good investment in the long run as you will have a pair of jeans that you love and that are perfect for your shape.

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   Add shapewear underneath your jeans to slim your stomach. Pick shapewear that is designed to target your stomach area. Make sure that you get a size that is comfortable and that isn’t too tight. It’s best to try on shapewear in store rather than purchasing it online so that you can ensure that the size is right for you.^[11]

   • Picking a smaller size in shapewear than what fits you won’t make your shape appear slimmer. Instead, you will just feel very uncomfortable and the shapewear can cause your bulges.
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   Choose fitting tops that aren't baggy for the most flattering look. Pick your favorite tops in a size that fits you well to pair with your jeans. The fabric should rest comfortably over your body without feeling overly clingy or tight.^[12] Avoid wearing tops that are baggy, as although you may feel more comfortable in them, they can make your belly look larger than it actually is and won’t work to accentuate the features that you like.^[13]

   • Tailored tops that have structure are great for covering your belly. They will work with your figure to enhance it without making you feel self-conscious about your stomach.
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   Try asymmetrical tops over jeans. Pick tops, blouses, shirts, and tunics that have an element of asymmetry. This could be an asymmetrical pattern such as an animal or abstract print. Alternatively, tops with an asymmetrical hem or drapes are also very flattering to wear over jeans.^[14]

   • Experiment with different styles of asymmetrical tops to see what you prefer. Asymmetrical tops help to give you style and shape while removing the focus from your stomach.
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   Pick tops that reach between your hips and the top of your thighs. Whether you have chosen a fitted or asymmetrical top to wear with your jeans, this is the most flattering length that will work to hide your stomach. Avoid tops that are longer than the top of your thighs, as these will look baggy and won't work to enhance the features that you like.^[15]

   • Similarly, avoid tops that are shorter than your hips. These will draw attention to your belly.
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   Avoid wearing a belt along the hip area of your jeans. Belts draw attention to the area around them. This means that if you are wanting the focus of your outfit to not be around your stomach, it’s best to not wear a belt. However, if you are wanting to bring the focus of your outfit to your waist instead, then wear a higher belt to show off your waist. Try wearing the belt at different heights along your torso to find the place that is the most flattering for your shape.^[16]

   • If your jeans need a belt to stay on, they are too big for you. Try a smaller size.
   • Belts around your waist work especially well with asymmetrical prints.

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