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Clothing Rules: Lots to Learn from Cloris Leachman

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Oct 11, 2008 by Stephanie Modkins

Have you been watching Dancing With The Stars? If not, you are missing one of the best seasons. Why? It has the oldest star on it. Who? 82-year-old Cloris Leachman.

Cloris Leachman is unpredictable, funny and a little cranky. You never know what she'll say or do. Of course, it all makes for good TV. However, what I love most about Cloris Leachman is her style.

Like many women over the age of 45, Cloris Leachman has the belly pooch and extra hips. Yet neither one of these curbs her style. She dresses glamorously anyway, showing every woman with a similar body type and age how to do it. Here's how she pulls it off.

Cloris Leachman:

  • Wears solids - Yes, she may have an elaborate headpiece or silk material, but it's normally one color. By wearing solid colors, her hips and stomach look a lot smaller.

  • Flaunts cleavage - Cloris Leachman has beautiful breasts. So her dresses on Dancing With The Stars normally have v-necks that show her cleavage. By playing up one of her best features, it detracts from her less attractive ones.

  • Switches hairstyles - Leachman has a great haircut that she isn't afraid to cover up with a wig in the name of style. It gives her a flexible look. Leachman's hairstyles complete the outfits she wears on the show.

In a nutshell, Cloris Leachman doesn't let her age or body shape stop her from being stylish. She is bigger than life. So take a peek at Dancing With The Stars the next time is comes on TV. You'll be surprised to see that an 82-year-old is stealing the entire show.

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