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Avoid these 5 colours that are making you look fat

TOI Lifestyle Desk
| etimes.in | Last updated on - Jun 23, 2025, 06:00 IST
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The impact of colours on your overall look

The colours that overweight men and women usually wear are the same. For a sleek and stylish fit, one needs to pick the right fabric and colour combination, as the hues we choose not only uplift our natural beauty but also mould people’s mindsets on how they are going to look at us. Colours that are loud and quirky, like yellow or red, can fill us with confidence and energy. However, the dull beige or grey radiates the aura of a composed feeling. Similarly, some popular hues can create a slimmer or fuller look. Let’s take a look at 5 hues that will surely make you look chubby, even when you’re not.

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Orange

This complex colour has a strong visual power and is counted as the hue of self-confidence and power. However, its brightness can give you a few extra inches. Therefore, if you’re wearing this bright shade, then focus on accessorising or layering it. You can also team it up with a sleek skirt or jeans to look slimmer and flattering.


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Brown

Don’t get fooled by its darker appearance, as brown has more yellow undertones than black, which can create a fuller appearance. If you still wish to wear this shade, opt for a shiny-textured brown, such as latex or silk, which can create a bold and flattering appearance, better than being basic and boring.
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Pearl

This colour fits perfectly into the trending old-money style, but the almost white and grey undertones add unnecessary centimetres to your body, especially if the fabric is synthetic, cotton, or linen. However, if you still wish to have this colour in your wardrobe, opt for monochromatic sets rather than long dresses.
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Lilac

This shade saw the limelight a couple of years ago and is in no mood to back down. A delicate and rich shade suitable for all skin tones, if styled poorly, can plump up even the slenderest figures as well. The undertones of lilac are scarlet, pink, red, and burgundy; therefore, one should always avoid warm combinations and opt for dark or neutral shades that can create a toned figure.
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White

This might come as a shock to you, as white colour is mandatory in everyone’s wardrobe. It is one of the staple shades that adds a breath of elegance and freshness but also increases your size improperly. Never mix white with bright shades, as it will add some extra inches, giving your figure a sleek volume that you did not ask for. However, spice it with darker contrasting shades, which will balance out the whole effect.


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