Must to my occasional dismay, I’m not exactly built like
your
typical actress and model, with their super-slim physiques, miles-long
legs, and perfectly defined waists. Which is just one of the reasons why
I often get a glimpse at these gorgeous stars’ ensembles and think,
“I could never pull that off.” And yes, when they’re wearing something like a typical Jennifer Lopez catsuit or Kendall Jenner’s 2014 Billboard Music Awards outfit, that can definitely be the case.
But there are plenty of star style staples that can be translated to real life — one of which is the insanely sexy, thigh-high slit. Whether it’s worn in the form of a maxi dress, floor-length skirt, or full-out glamorous gown, a sky-high slit is one of the simplest ways to add a little oomph and sex appeal to your night-out outfit. And the best part? It can be totally
tasteful and subtle — when done the right way, of course. So if you’re ready to
show a little leg, take a few tips from these gorgeous stars, who have all
rocked the look within the last week.
1. Choose a lightweight fabric
What’s the point of wearing a leg-baring slit if it’s in heavy wool,
crepe, or jacquard fabric that allows for little movement and few
chances for a peek at your gams? That’s why it’s smart to choose a
flowing, lightweight skirt — made from a fabric such as satin or
chiffon, like Jessica Chastain’s Elie Saab Couture gown — that will move effortlessly with your body and flow over your legs and curves.
There are few things worse than showing off your gorgeous, long legs
with a thigh-high slit only to look down and see a clunky shoe sticking
out. Keep your entire outfit sleek and streamlined by choosing a
lightweight, low-profile sandal or heel, like the double-strap pair
model Alessandra Ambrosio matched with her Atelier Versace gown at the
Cannes Film Festival.
Whether it’s with a thin belt or a thick band of contrasting-color
fabric — like the one on Adriana Lima’s smoking-hot Alexandre Vauthier
Couture creation — defining and cinching your waist is a sure-fire way
to make your sky-high slit just that more seductive.
Not sure a full-on frontal slit is the right fit for you? Then follow
model Liu Wen’s lead and opt for a more subtly placed side slit, which
offers all the drama of a front slit, but in a more toned-down fashion
typical actress and model, with their super-slim physiques, miles-long
legs, and perfectly defined waists. Which is just one of the reasons why
I often get a glimpse at these gorgeous stars’ ensembles and think, “I could never pull that off.” And yes, when they’re wearing something like a typical Jennifer Lopez catsuit or Kendall Jenner’s 2014 Billboard Music Awards outfit, that can definitely be the case.
But there are plenty of star style staples that can be translated to real life — one of which is the insanely sexy, thigh-high slit. Whether it’s worn in the form of a maxi dress, floor-length skirt, or full-out glamorous gown, a sky-high slit is one of the simplest ways to add a little oomph and sex appeal to your
night-out outfit. And the best part? It can be totally
tasteful and subtle — when done the right way, of course. So if you’re ready to
show a little leg, take a few tips from these gorgeous stars, who have all
rocked the look within the last week.
1. Choose a lightweight fabric
2. Stick with a streamlined shoe
3. Define your waist
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4. Pick a visually intriguing neckline
Leg-baring slits have enough lengthening and slimming power
on their own, but you can ramp that up even further by choosing a
high-cut or statement neckline — like the scoop-neck paneled one on Blake Lively’s Gucci number — that will draw the eye up and make you look inches taller in an instant.
5. Play with a subtle side slit
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