The Slimming Outfit Formula This Chic Italian Woman Always Uses

It's not that Giovanna Battaglia only wears one outfit formula (this woman surely has a wardrobe of gargantuan proportions), but there's a particular look she's been revisiting on repeat over the past few years, and we can see why: It's so damn flattering.

Let's flag one important point right away: The esteemed fashion editor doesn't need to pick anything particularly slimming—she's got the body of a dancer and has incredible, elegant proportions. However, that doesn't mean we can't learn something from her silhouette choices or assume that she'd overlook a pretty solid formula for what can be the most body-loving combination on the block.

So what is this magical solution, you cry? Well, it's all about a waist-nipping A-line midi skirt (whether wrap, pleated or otherwise) paired with a slim but not overtly hugging, sleeved top worn tucked in and with a pair of heels for extra lift. Whether you feel like you have a small waist or not, this combination of shapes instantly draws the eye to the slimmest part of your body.

It also does a little upper arm coverage for those of us who desire it, and as for the heels, that's a tried-and-tested trick if ever we saw one. No matter your shape or size, this Battaglia-approved trio is a winning one, we promise.

Go through the gallery to see just how much she leans on the look, and then shop for the essentials.

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Style Notes: Giovanna is known for her love of pink, and she's never afraid to wear it boldly and with a girlish approach.

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Style Notes: What's even better for defining your waist than a structured belt?

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Style Notes: Wearing one head-to-toe colour will instantly make you look taller.

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Style Notes: Pleated skirts are her essentials, and after years of popularity, they're still trending in stores, so you have plenty to choose from this autumn.

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Style Notes: Another day, another knife-pleat skirt and tee combo. Wear this into the winter with knitwear and tights.

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Style Notes: If you have a loose-fitting sweater you want to wear, simply tuck it into your waistband for a slim look.

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Style Notes: Pointed-toe courts are always the most elongating shoe option, even if they have a lower heel.

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Hannah Almassi
Editor in Chief

Hannah Almassi is the editor in chief of Who What Wear UK. Hannah has been part of the the Who What Wear brand since 2015, when she was headhunted to launch the UK sister site and social channels, implement a localised content strategy and build out the editorial team. She joined following a seven-year tenure at Grazia magazine, where she led front-of-book news, fashion features and shopping specials as fashion news and features editor. With experience in both print and digital across fashion and beauty, Hannah has over 16 years in the field as a journalist, editor, content strategist and brand consultant. Hannah has interviewed industry heavyweights such as designers including Marc Jacobs and Jonathan Anderson through to arbiters of taste including Katie Grand and Anna Dello Russo. A skilled moderator and lecturer specialising in the shift to digital media and e-commerce, Hannah’s opinion and work has been sought by the likes of CNBC, BBC, The Sunday Times Style, The Times, The Telegraph and MatchesFashion.com, among many others. Hannah is often called upon for her take on trends, becoming known as a person with their finger of the pulse of what’s happening in the fashion space for stylish Brits.

Hannah currently resides in Eastbourne with her photographer husband, incredibly busy son and highly Instagrammable cat.