10 Best and Worst Styles if you have Thick Thighs

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Ruffle one-shoulder cropped tank (black)
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Ruffle V-wire neckline bodysuit (white)
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[@tStolz10]

Yessss! Finally a video for us thick thighs. I would love to see more on this with models that are actually pear bottom. As well as tips on waist gaps and comfy heels.

[@kathyblum3218]

Waist gaps are the worst, How can you reduce the yolk without remaking the whole back?

[@checkermaker480]

@@kathyblum3218 i get it altered. Pull in the waist in one or two places, and youre good

[@szg_creativebank2914]

Some of the things you suggest we ditch for our bigger thighs are actually quite flattering for some of us hour-glass or pear-shaped petites. 🤭🤭 I love a pencil skirt, and they look great on me even though I'm petite. So many conditions, trial and error applies for creating a bomb outfit, especially for true curvies! Thanks for your advice always! 👌🏼💫

[@checkermaker480]

Hey Chi, I like you, but theres NO WAY iam giving up on skinny jeans, and wide leg jeans are BIG NO NO!! Iam very petite, just five feet, heavy bust, heavy hips and thighs and small torso! When i wear wide leg jeans, I look like a hanger with fabric over it. because 2/3rd of my body is leg. Just letting you know. I LIVE in my skinnies. Best friends for hourglass short torso women like me

[@rosieposie9564]

Wide leg jeans are a big No No for just about all women if you ask me and they look particularly bad on heavier thighs. Sounds like you have a great feminine figure type.

[@ArielTionna]

Well this really helped me😭😭It sounds like you pretty much described my body. I was wondering if I should try out wide leg jeans or those baggy jeans that are pretty much trending nowadays😩 but I was worried because im short and have thick as heck thighs. I only have worn skinny jeans but jeans are so uncomfortable since your thighs are wider then your waist and just the fact that that’s just how jeans are gonna always fit me. Im 13 and NOBODY else in my class understands my struggle when I tell them I can’t wear bell bottom jeans. They’d just drag and look stupid on me😭😭But it seems like our bodies our quite similar😭I’m short, huge thick thighs😭,short torso,and small-medium bust. Sorry to rant but you are the first person who has had the closest description of my body. I don’t see it much at school. Their all either tall and skinny or tall and thicker. But no shorter thicker girls. It can really be a struggle to find what to wear everyday😩😩😭💖💖💖💖

[@aaclhfirteedso]

Yes so agree with you. Wide legs make my legs more wider and bigger.

[@lindsaysmith2401]

Thick legs that are toned look kinda nice. Good thing we can't read people's thoughts as we pass by. No one would have any self-esteem!

[@labornurse]

I agree. I think it looks nice.

[@paulaallen4106]

Great comment

[@tmm6884]

Thick thighs are not the problem! It's elf-esteem. And, the later part of your comment illustrates this. Ie most people you walk by aren't looking at your thighs, they're focused on themselves. But, even if someone is looking at your body, if you have confidence, they'll notice that first. It's so sad that women with thick thighs are trying to whittle them down whilst women with skinny thighs are trying to make their thighs thick! That said, flared pants don't accentuate thick thighs especially if you're petite because it just makes your knees look insanely small comparatively....kinda like a toothpaste tube squeezed in at the middle.

[@denisekay4292]

Mimi G - sewing guru - check out her body shape and confidence!

[@pudgylemon4640]

I think a lot of people are focused on themselves. I think we’d realize how many of us have insecurities. Or at least that’s what I tell myself 😂

[@N_Drogyny]

As a short guy with fat thighs, I gotta say, some of these tips help even for masculine people- especially the ones regarding leg shape in pants. Would you ever consider a video focused on short people who prefer to dress in a more masculine style?

[@whompers4878]

This video is really helpful, but as a person with quite thick thighs, I would stay away from wider shorts because they ride up as you walk and move and it can make me more self conscious. Loved the video though!

[@paulaallen4106]

Some of us wear long jackets because we have to cover our butts too. And if you don't have a small waist, you can look like a barrel in wide leg pants.

[@thegillmachine]

Great video! Still, i sometimes find that i like emphasizing my thighs- just hate when it doesn’t look balanced out!

[@Dani-bk2on]

I love your channel so much!! I'm 5'7 and check in because your advice and consideration to mixed body shapes fit me too. Thank you,❤

[@PetiteDressing]

You're so welcome!

[@cindyheazlit938]

I’ve found that the sweet spot for jackets and tops is right at the top of my hip bone. It’s at a narrower part of my body but still gives some length to both my (short waisted) top and my legs.

[@PetiteDressing]

Thanks for sharing, Cindy!! 💖

[@bbjudyfit]

Same! If it's shorter i can look boxy!

[@its_kai1949]

I seriously love the way you explain everything 💖 This video helps me a lot

[@PetiteDressing]

I'm so glad!

[@Alex_P]

Thanks so much for this detailed video! What about those of us with athletic thighs and hourglass figures? Should we be looking to fit our thighs or our hips, and then having the waist taken in?

[@PetiteDressing]

Hi Alex, that should be a good solution!

[@cindyheazlit938]

Look for curvy cuts for your pants. Look at the sizing chart. A curvy cut will usually have around 7-10” difference between the waist and hips. Then you only have to tailor a smaller amount.

[@Alex_P]

@@cindyheazlit938 Thanks so much! I've been trying out curvy ones, but although they often work for my hips they don't for my thighs 😖. And when I find ones for my thighs, the butt generally is wayyy too saggy.

[@littletez85]

I'm a pear with wide shoulders and a long torso with shorter legs. (I do have thick but also muscular thighs) Loved how you did that with the towels, lol.

[@ssakajanet2617]

I enjoyed the video though where I come from, thicker thighs are considered sexier, as long as the waist is fine

[@stjabnful]

All your videos are so helpful. I’m 4”11’. I got my sister to watch you also! Thanks!

[@PetiteDressing]

Yay! Thank you!

[@ecwm]

I don't get why so many want to make the legs look longer. Or make you look taller. What is the purpose? To me it is just a measurement, a mathematical ratio of torso to leg. Please explain this fashion to me.

[@OlderWomenRock]

I can’t wait until long and oversized blazers go out of fashion ,I’m pear shaped . Agree with all , Bias cut I avoid . I wear pencil skirts though

[@AndreaGerakSinger]

Excellent, as always! My thighs are not simply thick but constantly swollen (due to a medical condition), they are so large that I can't even put on wide-leg pants that I used to love, any more: all of them would be 1-2 size bigger on my hip and I maybe even 3 size bigger on my waist. Even custom made wide leg pants wouldn't work. But my upper body is athletic, so I can show off almost everything above my thighs. A-line dresses and skirts are absolutely the very best. Bias cut: it depends on the fabric. These thin, shiny materials that are in fashion today, look horrible most of the times, because they not only magnify even the smallest bumps and extra inches, but often their sewing quality is very bad so the whole thing will wrinkle. But it could work very well with thicker fabrics. For the colder seasons, my favorite skirt is bias cut: made of a thick, quality wool mix material that never wrinkles. It accentuates my small waist and upper hip part, and as it flares out below my tummy, it takes off the unnecessary 1 inch or so from the bottom part, and hides my thighs completely and perfectly.

[@alijane6675]

Best fashion channel on the platform. Love you.

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you, Ali! 😊✨💖

[@kimberlyperrotis8962]

I have slim thighs, but I would never miss one of your great videos!

[@PetiteDressing]

Awesome! Thank you! I appreciate that! 😍✨💖

[@blessingakpang4271]

Why would anyone want to hide their thick thighs?

[@laurenpatricia9282]

Exactly ❤️ i wear all the things she says not to, because i love my shape!

[@sailormoongoon90]

too much attn or insecurity.

[@sandrawright8109]

Wear what you want. If your confident and comfortable go for it. Who says what is right....

[@labornurse]

They save lives Be proud.

[@_my_insomnia_blink562]

Depends.

[@annaardelean]

I’m a pear shape, not skinny, and I love skinny legs, pencil skirts and whatnot. And not only on myself, I really think girls with thick thighs look gorgeous in those. That’s my taste at least. Almost all ❌ I personally think look great 🤷🏻‍♀️ Ps in wide leg or straight pants my bottom looks even bigger (in not flattering way). I never buy any of those

[@janellemilazzolau1288]

Can you comment on casual shoes for wide leg looks? I’m a mom of two rambunctious little boys, and especially during the summer I’m often bringing them to playgrounds, pools, going on bike rides, and running errands when I’m not working. How do petite, pear shaped busy moms pull off the casual look with wide leg pants without wearing heels?

[@janellemilazzolau1288]

I’m 5’4” so I’m not that petite, but on the petite side as a pear shape

[@deonicadavis477]

Getting your pants hemmed to your flats would be ideal. It's an annoying extra expense but having your go-to pants fit just right with any outfit is priceless.

[@Carole1279]

Yeees ! First time i see a video for thick thighs !!! Thaaaaank youyuu

[@PetiteDressing]

Hey Vanessa, Glad to hear you like it!

[@Over55Life]

Thank goodness you put best styles in. I feel like wide leg make me look bigger.

[@PetiteDressing]

I'm so glad!

[@honeykhan08]

I am 5'1 with a top hourglass. My dimensions are 44,34,42 Being curvy from the top, I can't wear certain dresses, I also can't wear most of the things because of my height. I cannot wear thin fabrics because it shows the lil fat here and there esp on love handles. I don't have the confidence to wear bodycons and wraps. My go to has been skinny jeans because bootcut and boyfriend jeans makes my thighs look big. But the problem with wearing skinny jeans is that you cannot balance the top portion. I don't know which portion to downplay 😭

[@Kaywaprince]

Girl get some friends with thick thighs instead of the towels . The video helped though 🤣

[@yagirlXoXo]

Even tho I think this woman has a great knowledge on how to dress different body types, this video is a bit off. I have thick thighs myself and these styles which are “wrong” can be flattering and on the other hand for example wide pants make my legs look even wider because you can’t see the difference between the calves and thighs. If somebody has nice big round hips, I think there is no reason not to wear pencil skirt..

[@wanderingaudi4138]

That was great. I have been afraid to try the wider leg pants, but I do love the type with a light fabric, that seems to flow with you. I would love to see more with wide thighs and a bigger bum...I am Italian and this is a genetic gift...lol...

[@schoolingdiana9086]

Thank you. My weight training for becoming a goalie has made my quads (thighs) 25 inches around. (My hips are 42 because of my glutes, too.) I now have to buy bodybuilder jeans (call or email them! It’s the thigh circumference that matters, not the waist), but because my shape has changed, all my dresses now make me look pregnant because of how my curves have changed. I can be slim or play hockey. Hockey wins.

[@PetiteDressing]

You're welcome, Diana! I hope this video helped you ❤️

[@joannecava2418]

You are the best! I follow your advice and my wardrobe has elevated so much

[@PetiteDressing]

Wow, thank you!

[@amandaquezada2854]

I'm short and chonky, so I find these videos really interesting. Can you do a video on fall and winter fashion for short and chonky women?

[@PetiteDressing]

Hi, Amanda! Thank you for your feedback, we'll work on that next video! 😊

[@ngoziii]

I've learnt so much in the few weeks I've been watching your videos❤️

[@PetiteDressing]

That's awesome!

[@gitanjalisarkar450]

Thank you!! This was immensely helpful. One of the problems I face because of wider hips and thighs is that the pants appear very tight in the crotch area, as in certain creases are visible here .. which makes it impossible to wear them with shorter tops. Could you please suggest what can be done about this?

[@PetiteDressing]

You're welcome, Sarkar! I'm glad that this video helped you! ✨❤️

[@annasolovyeva1013]

As for shorts - i find those that look like wider leg pants, but end a bit over the knee pretty flattering

[@MsZaira]

Always turn to your videos whenever I’m lost among all these trends and fads. Thank you so much 😘

[@PetiteDressing]

I'm so glad! You're so welcome! 🥰✨

[@sandrachaluisan3048]

Great video. It's still difficult to find wide leg pants, but I'm on the hunt.

[@PetiteDressing]

Hi, Sandra! Glad you liked it! 😊

[@user-is5hh8bf4u]

I have thick thighs but slim upper body I'll say crop tees, pencil skirt, bias cuts, any kind of skirts (long, short, fitted or loose) and wide legged pants look amazing on me. But I agree with shorts, skinny jeans and flare pants they make me look fat

[@denisedorsey2889]

Lots of good tips here, but I am going to respectfully disagree on the bias cut one. Bias cut is flattering on the body because it drapes beautifully. This is why wedding dresses are cut on the bias. The thing to be aware of is the narrow silhouette and the sheen of the fabric. It’s that aspect that you are noticing, not the bias cut itself. Yes, it is possible to find bias cut skirts and dresses in a different shape and fabric that is flattering.

[@annan.3283]

I agree! A slip dress looks amazing on a curvy woman because it highlights her curves.

[@rebeccaw9656]

Yes and no, it depends how toned you are. I had a favourite bias cut dress when I was in my 20’s, exercised regularly and 30kg’s lighter before 3 kids. It emphasised my curvy figure. But every one I try on now is a Nope because it emphasises every curve, roll, bulge and bump in not so much a flattering way…

[@PetiteDressing]

Thanks for sharing, Denise!

[@elletiz2034]

Just what I needed atm. Thank you!

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad to help! You're so welcome! 😊✨💖

[@maryjanewesterlund9958]

Your content is always outstanding. Thank you!

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@clairem730]

This is really helpful, thanks!

[@PetiteDressing]

Hey Claire!Glad it was helpful!

[@ThePracticalIntuitive]

You are so awesome. Thanks for these videos.

[@PetiteDressing]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching, Antoinette! 😊💖

[@franug]

Thankss. I naturally have thick thighs but now they are more athletic thanks to lifting weights. I use a lot of this tips already but I haven't thought of flare or wide jeans...I feel huge on them but maybe I should try again.

[@barbarablackman3742]

Always great tips

[@PetiteDressing]

Cool! Thank you, Barbara! 😊💖

[@astridballas9080]

Liebe Chi, Wieder mal ein hilfreiches Video. Vielen Dank dafür und ein schönes Wochenende 🌤️. Astrid

[@manangbastos]

Lmao the towels 😂😂😂😅

[@kathyblum3218]

Hello, just noticed my subscription bell was un rung, quick fix! Thanks 😊

[@PetiteDressing]

Sounds great! 💖✨😊

[@mariabonariafois3476]

Your videos are the best. You are the best! Ciao😘😘😘

[@scsophiecowan8634]

Chi, your the best! Love all the tips.

[@PetiteDressing]

You're the best! Yay! Thank you, Sophie! ✨💖✨

[@chibimeli]

So useful thank you, chi ☺️ could you do a video about coordinating with sneakers?

[@PetiteDressing]

Sure thing! Great idea! We'll work on that for next video! Happy to help, Melissa! 🥰✨💖

[@suerobinson844]

Hi Chi, love your educational videos. You just saved me a fortune as I was going to buy a longer winter coat, I am 5ft 2ins. It's winter in Australia, so very cold. I will keep my waist length jacket. 🐨💖

[@PetiteDressing]

Wonderful! Glad to help, Sue! 🥰✨💖

[@suerobinson844]

@@PetiteDressing Keep well as thanks

[@helgag.9866]

Wise advice as always! Your fashion expertise is always spot on to help everyone look their best. Thanks for another great video!

[@PetiteDressing]

My pleasure, Helga! 💖✨😊

[@glassslippergourmet]

Thick thighs here 🙋‍♀️ looove wide leg and A line dresses and skirts. A line shorts are lovely, but gotta watch out for the chubrub creep (crawling up in the crotch) so irritating (both physically and mood) 😂

[@msdsamo]

Thank you so much, Chi! Very helpful. 🥰

[@PetiteDressing]

Hi, Dee! You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful! 🥰✨💖

[@PetiteDressing]

Hi, Dee! You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful! 🥰✨💖

[@Pauly-hc3qo]

I love your technique on how to dress. Would you do a video on big cuffs, I am only 5 ft and 120lbs and I have big legs. I love short dresses but I don’t like showing my legs since they are too big

[@leaudrescu6300]

What are the materials we should be looking for in wide pants?

[@White-ny4ws]

Well i had wide leg jeans and I threw them out and went with skinny jeans only. A bold choice to make but i love my high waist skinnies. They make my legs look long and yes they hug my curves but because hourglass is a desirable shape anyway why should i hide that ?

[@Ppooh002]

Haha I've pear shaped body so narrow shoulders , big chest , smaller waist, thick thighs and to top it,I'm short. Hmmm... dressing my body can be tricky but fun

[@flourishfaithfiber]

Great video! Very helpful. Question: Is there a good way to wear flare jeans/pants or wide leg pants with flatter shoes? I work from home and don't want to wear heels every day. That is why I wear skinny jeans...to pair with flats. Thank you!

[@PetiteDressing]

Hi, Janna! Glad to help! 😊 Pleased check out my blog for flare jeans/pants with flatter shoes tips! 😊 blog.petitedressing.com/

[@marysia_ml3744]

Thank you Chi 🙂

[@GuessJess]

I don’t know why I watched this video. I love my big thighs and big butt so I love my skinny jeans and pencil skirts. The key is getting the right size that’s not too small. I feel like wide leg pants make me look frumpy. But I agree that slip dresses are horrendous for us because they’re not made for our curvy body types.

[@missymelly9828]

Your style suits shirter women. I swear i was glued to someone ekses bottom half. At 5'8 with bubble butt, thick thighs, thick calves, and big feet, findind presentable clothing that is not granny elasticized is a rarity. Why do clothes over 1Xl so ugly?

[@ojyochan]

A-line shorts are so hard to find!

[@andrieyna1704]

Hello Chi,your new subcriber from PHILIPPINES.I loved watching of your videos and ive learn more style how to dressed up.i am petite and 5"feet in heights.and now i have idea how to look great.it helps a lot thank you..much love😘

[@PetiteDressing]

Hi, Andreiyna! Thank you for watching and i'm so glad that you loved it and it's helpful. 💖✨😊

[@sakshiingole1569]

Just what I wanted to watch :)

[@jayashirilaishram7515]

This is just fr me, thnk u 🥰😘

[@PetiteDressing]

All the best! You are so welcome! 🥰✨

[@pinkpeachz]

Great video!

[@PetiteDressing]

Thanks so much! 🥰💖

[@penneyburgess5431]

Thank you!

[@PetiteDressing]

You're so welcome, Penney!

[@Xfcf-b1n]

Thanks

[@PetiteDressing]

No problem

[@nivedithap429]

Hey chi..pls help me 😣..Thick thighs are not my problem,my thighs are not that thick nor skinny .my inner thigh has so fat that it is clearly seen so I can't wear small tops with skinny jeans and my 2nd prblm is I have knee fat,I can say too much..that's also a problem for me..I don't know what to do..😩Can you please suggest me some dresses that will look nice in me..pleasee

[@Martina_E]

I’m having a hard time finding dresses and midi Aline skirts that are non-synthetic. Any tips? And I don’t wear heels

[@clouds280]

It is a problem, getting cotton or linen clothing, that isn't too expensive. If a synthetic is light and airy, it might be alright. Some stores though won't take back clothing that's been worn. Find out, first.

[@meinh956]

Thrift stores!

[@tallisinwonderland4724]

I think I’m just an entire bowl of fruit 😩

[@paulab.4848]

Great video!! Very useful.👌

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@f.b.8700]

Wide leg only looks good on women with smaller upper bodies and at least a bit of waist to balance it out and create the illusion that the legs underneath the fabric are skinny. It only works with a contrast. If you have no waist and/or also a heavier upper body, wide leg pants only make you look like you're a literal square.

[@rayyspectrum]

If I had thick thighs, why would I want to tone them down?

[@PetiteDressing]

I think it's to look you more slimmer ❤️

[@mariasterlace6304]

Thank you - so helpful 👍❤️

[@PetiteDressing]

Glad it was helpful! You're so welcome! 😊💖✨

[@Mahy4]

What is my body type if I have thick thighs but a small waist and chest but also broad shoulders? Thanks love ❤️

[@playtimewithellie5040]

Great video

[@PetiteDressing]

Thank you! 🥰

[@Mina-sr1jt]

I actually have thick thighs and slip dress look amazing on me.

[@lindsaysmith2401]

[@PetiteDressing]

Sound great, Mina! 😊

[@glasgowbeck]

Most of your examples, especially the black women, didn't have thick thighs at all! Ladies, wear what works for you x

[@jessymartinezgameng3882]

i love my thigh

[@starlite04]

I have thick thighs but still an apple shape.

[@njerikamau5577]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂you are too funny

[@dionneaccel5099]

What is a ‘thick leg’ anyway?? This is about definitions and perceptions of aesthetic beauty. Many women would not call their legs ‘thick’.

[@richardcrook2112]

That girl in the thumbnail where it has a X and says it's wrong is hot in those jeans ie not wrong.

[@suhana3288]

Just a sec ...lemme first search, 'How to get thick legs?'....then I'll come back to this vid 🤧💀

[@ginnyparra5811]

because I have thick legs I avoid shorts altogether

[@reneebrody5877]

Offensive you only show a black woman for thick thighs and white women with thin thighs. There are a lot of black women with thin thighs and white women with thick thighs.

[@tirthamayagurung7574]

My insecurity led me to dress like a tomboy which is quite comfy actually...

[@myahill7475]

I just no longer wear 👖 pants…

[@goldiefatale]

That's where all my fat goes and it's awful.

[@laurenpatricia9282]

As a woman with naturally thick thighs i have laughed since the second you wrapped towels round your legs 😂 absurd... Pencil skirts look AMAZING on thick thighs. If you have thick thighs, wear what the flip you want and ignore miss towel legs over here.

[@blue_pullover]

?????????

[@alphafe1621]

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[@Coffeelover1102]

So basically big thighs can wear 1-2 styles.wow

[@chelleeskyland3166]

Girl bye. You have no authority to speak on thick thighs if you don't have any. Wrapping towels around your thighs is a complete insult. Stay in your lane and let the people who actually have thick thighs speak on it. You have absolutely no idea what you are talking about. Get out of here.

[@laurenpatricia9282]

I agree with you 100%! ❤️

[@Eaa_00.]

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