Thanks to the return of vintage fashion influences, waistline definition is back in style. You can draw attention to your waist with a belt-accented hourglass shape, a contrasting edge, a tailored bow, disguised elastic, or a bulk-free, drawstring fit. These five waistline ideas aren’t just au courant. They’re functional and comfortable, too.
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I'm just starting with "insider" - I comment later.
I really like the facing in contrasting color...very nice.