Even though she no longer has to adhere to royal protocol, Meghan Markle has retained some habits typical of the British royal family when choosing her outfits. The Duchess of Sussex is a fan of elegant cuts and luxurious fabrics. But above all, she knows how to choose pieces that flatter her figure.
Meghan Markle's technique for endless legs
Although she is only 5'6", Meghan Markle always looks taller, even when she's not wearing heels. And she owes this slender silhouette, in particular, to her fashion choices. Whether she's wearing shorts or trousers, the Duchess of Sussex is a big fan of high-waisted, even very high-waisted, pieces, with belts that sit well above her navel.
A clever choice, since high-waisted trousers create a slimming effect: they smooth out a tummy, lengthen the legs, and define the waist, while also highlighting the bust. In short, it's a very practical trick for effortlessly elongating your silhouette.
And to give the impression of endless legs, Prince Harry's wife has an extra little trick: she opts for light, bright colors and matching shoes. Whether heeled or flat, the shoes create the illusion of longer legs because they blend seamlessly with the color of the trousers. Clever!
A different trick than Kate Middleton's
While Meghan Markle swears by high-waisted trousers to slim her figure, her sister-in-law Kate Middleton has a slightly different trick. Kate is a big fan of blazers, which cinch the waist, as well as cigarette trousers.
Halfway between slim-fit and straight-leg trousers, these high-waisted trousers, which stop at the ankle with a cropped length, are flattering for all body types, as they create the illusion of longer legs. This is especially true when worn with matching shoes, which further elongate the leg. Thanks to this technique, you don't even need high heels to achieve endless legs. Sneakers or loafers will do the trick perfectly.
