Q. I’m in my mid 30’s and although I’m a size 10, I’m still not happy with my figure. My main problem area is my upper arms, which look flabby and out of shape. Have you any advice on how to disguise the dreaded ‘bingo wings’?
A. Why is it that for so many women - no matter how thin and fit they are - once past their mid-30s shapely arms seem to be, well, a thing of the past? Annoyingly, like cellulite, flabby upper arms seem to be a condition that men just don‘t get. And, like lines on the neck, they‘re a definite age giveaway. Most of us look at women such as Madonna or Michelle Obama with a mixture of awe and wonder, because their upper arms are toned and sculpted to perfection. Unfortunately, arms like theirs come with a price and that‘s many hours spent working out at the gym, honing their physiques to perfection. Most women, who are busy juggling their careers with the demands of home life, just don‘t have the time. What to do?
Well, of course, a little styling magic is the easiest solution. If you do not have great upper arms - the solution is simple - hide them. Focus of those amazing legs of yours or your stunning face but if your arms are ageing, it‘s best to put them away. That, of course, does not mean the entire arm, just the area above your elbow; that‘s not such a huge sacrifice now, is it? If you want to wear a glamorous dress such as a strapless evening gown or a style with shoestring straps, a cute bolero jacket will not only add a certain elegance to your look, it will also help to hide a multitude. For a black tie event you can flash a little flesh by wearing a lace or chiffon wrap, which compliments the colour of your gown, this will cleverly disguise ‘bingo wings’- and you‘ll also be making a fashion statement as well.
For day, you can help disguise flabby upper arms by wearing tops or dresses that have elastic across the top, and can be pulled down over the shoulders. Boat necks are great too, as they show off your shoulders and a hint of cleavage without revealing any arm. Also, try finding clothes with 3/4 length sleeves - very Jackie O. These can be worn all year round and give great coverage. Problem solved.
