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Beat the heat in cool, comfortable and flattering skirts for every shape
Back in the day, the fashion police decided which skirt lengths you could or could not wear. Not anymore -- now you're free to choose whatever hemline you think is most flattering on you. And with skirts, it's easy to have fun with color and prints -- bright hues and eye- catching patterns that may be overpowering on a dress or pants look just swell on a skirt.
Balance bigger hips
Jainmy Martinez, 30, likes to dress "conservative and classy," but she still wants to be a little sexy and have fun with her clothes. Fitting her fuller hips can be challenging, however. Jainmy says that the best skirts "hug my thighs and hips," making the most of her curves in an appealing way.
Find skirts without extra fabric at the hips; skip pleats and gathers.
Look for extra volume at the hem to balance hips.
Seek out skirts that cling to curves gently without pulling.
On Jainmy: Skirt, a.n.a, $40, sizes 6-16; at JCPenney. Top, Jones New York Sport, sizes S-XL, $34; at department stores. Earrings, Monet, $15; 800-555-9838. Necklace, $7; at Forever 21. Shoes, RSVP, $40, sizes 6-11;