5 Fashion Trends You Thought You Couldn't Wear

Every season brings new trends. And among the clothing looks we love and the looks we loathe are the looks we long for, but feel we can't quite pull off. But what if we told you that you probably can pull off some of those items -- if you wear them the right way? Here, five big trends you might think you can't wear and tips on how to make them work.

The Full Skirt

If you're a woman with curvy hips, ample thighs, or a bit of a belly, you probably stay away from voluminous bottoms for fear that they'll make your bottom half look bigger. But the new full skirt actually camouflages these areas! That's because today's full skirts aren't quite as full as the circle skirts of years past. What's more, when worn just to the knee, they have a slimming effect. Pair a full skirt with kitten heels and a close-fitting sweater.

The Tunic Top

Women with narrow shoulders and wider hips know that many long tops actually make them look more pear-shaped than they are. But the tunic top of today can actually elongate your body and make you look leaner. To get this effect, choose a tunic that's loose, but not baggy. Go for a tunic that falls to your upper to mid thigh, and wear with a pair of straight-leg trousers in a similar color.