Thrifting Queen

WIW: My Muffin Top Formula

January 15, 2014

I smiled when I read Angie's post yesterday about how to hide muffin top issues because I had already decided what I was going to wear today and it covers several methods of hiding that annoying "spillage".

1. Mid to higher waisted pants: Wearing a pair of ponte knit straight leg pants with a rise that comes to my belly button. They have a real waist band and fly so are not like pull on yoga pants at all. The knit is quite substantial and as a result, doesn't show any wobbly bits.

2. Top that flows away from the mid section/hi low hemline: Today is the debut of the dalmation print cross over style blouse I ordered on Boxing Day. The style is very forgiving - I wish the pictures showed the way it flows and has such lovely fluidity.

3. Wearing a top with print: Well I definitely have that going on!

To go with my black and cream ensemble, I chose red accents with my boots, quilted handbag and lipstick.

What do you think? Does it all work together? As always, all comments/suggestions welcome.

Blouse: Dorothy Perkins petite
Trousers: Laura Petite
Boots: Sam Edelman
Handbag: Nine West (thrifted)

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39 Comments

  • Aquamarine replied 10 years ago

    I love the top! No muffin top :-) and YAY you are back to posting!

  • replied 10 years ago

    Really pretty, Shannon!

  • Jaime replied 10 years ago

    Am I happy to see you Shannon! And this outfit is the perfect inspiration for me - crossover is my favorite style of top, I have a big sugar eye for black and white right now, I need red bootie inspiration and it is just wonderful to see your smiling face (I know I already said that :-))!

  • Elizabeth P replied 10 years ago

    My favourite... white, black and red.  And of course it all works together :). 

    Also happy to see you posting regularly again.  Hope you're settling in to your job.

  • donnat replied 10 years ago

    Very nice, but I particularly like the red accessories. Nice little hit of colour.

  • Eliza replied 10 years ago

    Love the simple sophistication with a pop of color.  Well done!

  • viva replied 10 years ago

    Love! Gorgeous outfit and great accessories. (I always love your staged accessory photos!!)

  • Joy replied 10 years ago

    Yay, Shannon. There's lots to admire here, but most of all, your warm smile.
    This post has convinced me to search out a cross-over blouse. It looks so lux and seems the perfect combination of muffin-hiding fluidity and structure too.
    The red booties and bag brighten it all. You must smile when you see them.

  • lyn67 replied 10 years ago

    Clapping hands for You, Shannon!!!!  Yesterday I wasn't online all day, so I haven't seen you're back, but ohmygod you made my day, today!

    This is a gorgeous blouse and the red accents make it very proffesional!

    Have to finish happy dance first, then see it again:-)

  • gryffin replied 10 years ago

    Shannon - gorgeous!!  Love this blouse on you and so wonderful with your pants, bag and shoes.  Elegant and refined and no baked goods in sight!!  Love!!  Have a great day!!

  • Aubergine replied 10 years ago

    Gorgeous top, and I love the red accents!

  • Joyce B replied 10 years ago

    Yay! I am very happy to see you here again!
    Very pretty outfit and the accessories make it even happier.

  • Suz replied 10 years ago

    Welcome back, oh daily sunshine spreader! You look wonderful. Love the new top!

  • Ingunn replied 10 years ago

    I love to see you posting again, as much as I love your WIWs! This outfit is no exception to your high standards. Elegant, pulled together and of course with no muffin top visible. The addition of red really makes it sing.

  • Parsley replied 10 years ago

    Black and white with red is a hard to beat combination, and you wear it so well, Shannon! No muffin top, either! :-)
    You look lovely and professional for work.

  • Janet replied 10 years ago

    I'm glad you didn't go away. :-) Great look!

  • replied 10 years ago

     "Whoot! Shannons back!"... *puts down loud haler * :) And looking good in black white and red!

  • carambola replied 10 years ago

    Beautiful! Love the new top.

  • Sara L. replied 10 years ago

    You look great and definitely no muffin top!  The dalmatian print top is fabulous and looks so sophisticated. 

  • cuffcat replied 10 years ago

    You look wonderful, modern and sophisticated! Love the red accent. You a master at muffin top camouflage.

  • Isabel replied 10 years ago

    YOU seriously have a muffin top ?  That you lie or anthing, but if you do, then you have been handling your "bits" for quite a while.  : )  You look fantastic. I just love the how the boots, pocketbook and lipstick are all a shade of red. Just beautiful.

    All seems right with the world now. 

  • Beth Ann replied 10 years ago

    Your also demonstrating the black and white that makes it's way into our closets this time of year!  Love the new top and the whole outfit, with it's touches of red.

  • shedev replied 10 years ago

    I love your black and white outfits, and this one is no exception.

  • AviaMariah replied 10 years ago

    The blouse is beautiful!  I love this outfit and no muffin top in sight!

  • Emily replied 10 years ago

    Shannon, I'm glad to see you back and looking lovely as always.  You look effortlessly polished.

  • Angie replied 10 years ago

    Wow. Have I seen that blouse before, Shannon? I think it's my favourite Shannon-Blouse. So chic, ladylike and flattering. Gorgeous with the red accents and black trousers. You are an elegant and sharp creature. 

    ps. replied to your comment on my specs post, so go back and check when you have a moment. 

  • Transcona Shannon replied 10 years ago

    Oh believe me ladies - I have plenty of muffin top to hide! Although may this soon after the holidays, it's more like Shortbread Cookies top - lol!

    Shevia - this is my first cross over top and I have to say I'm pretty smitten. And you definitely need red booties - if you haven't got already that is!

    Beth Ann - in my world, black and white is always at the forefront of my closet.

    Angie - nope, you haven't seen this blouse before. Brand spanking new being debuted here. And I love it! I can see it working with my new black pencil skirt suit, with pencil skirts in general (oooohhhh...wonder how it would look with my cobalt pencil skirt?), jeans, etc. And I've never been a fan of polyester but this polyester blend feels fab against the skin and breaths quite well.

    I also saw your comment about glasses - dark red it is!

    Thanks all for your lovely comments and most importantly, the warm welcome back :)

  • Susie replied 10 years ago

    I LOVE this, Shannon! But what's not to love about black and white with great red accents!

    I recently bought a black and white striped crossover blouse that I haven't worn yet. I can only hope to look even half as good as you do here.

  • Neel replied 10 years ago

    *jumping up and down* I could hug you Shannon!!

    You look lovely today ma'am :)

  • Debra replied 10 years ago

    I love the black and cream, what a gorgeous top. You look very stylish and professional :)

  • catgirl replied 10 years ago

    Yay! You are the master of flattering yet forgiving looks - I love this!

  • kellygirl replied 10 years ago

    Yay! So great to see you again, Stranger :) Love the crossover top. I like how it has a shirtail hem in the back. I thought most of them were banded. You look chic and stylish as ever!

  • Sarah A replied 10 years ago

    More love for the new blouse and yippee! I am glad you decided you were comfortable showing us your fab outfits! :)

  • Caro in Oz replied 10 years ago

    Beautiful Shannon :)

  • Glory replied 10 years ago

    Fabulous. I love the knit pant - comftorable and fashionable - I can see those being a workhorse. The blouse is so lovely - what a great find! Dorothy Perkins will have to be perused.

  • dianne replied 10 years ago

    Beautiful blouse!!! Love how you punched it up with the red shoes and bag! So happy you are back!!

  • Lisa replied 10 years ago

    Gorgeous new top, and you've also created a long neckline with the lovely v here too.  Nice job!

  • Alexandra replied 10 years ago

    Looks great! Glad you're back.

  • Windchime replied 10 years ago

    Beautiful shirt! I can almost feel the loveliness of the fabric. A crossover blouse is on my list.
    And I was so glad to see this post with your friendly, smiling face.

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I started playing dress up when I was 4 years old and haven't stopped since! My income doesn't match my tastes so it's all about figuring out how to thrift my way to a fashionable life while tossing in a few delectable items.