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With summer right around the corner, now is the time to rethink your scrubs so you can look your best.
Here are 5 easy, surefire “industry” tricks to make you look much thinner without dieting or stepping into the gym.
1. Say yes to monochrome
2. Get rid of anything too snug or too big
3. Choose strategic detailing
4. Get the perfect fitting pants
5. Choose the right prints
1. Say yes to monochrome
Dressing in monochrome scrubs is the first and most important step to help create a longer, leaner line. Dressing in one color gives the illusion of looking thinner because of the continuous color; it doesn’t break up the vertical line like wearing two different colors can.
Another way to accentuate your body and camouflage those trouble areas is to wear dark colors. Colors like black, brown, navy, charcoal, burgundy, deep green and purple are slimming. And always wear the styles that complement your body type. This scrub top with the feminine scoop neck is a great way to wear the monochromatic color combinations. The black, brown and navy are excellent choices.
Skechers
I like this solid-color warm-up jacket with a pair of the Skechers pants in a matching color.
Skechers
1. Say yes to monochrome
2. Get rid of anything too snug or too big
3. Choose strategic detailing
4. Get the perfect fitting pants
5. Choose the right prints
Know what to toss from your closet with #2…
Your website is far took complex. I searched and never did find where I could order scrubs. I was looking for a particular style….of well.
By Gwynne Crane on May 5, 2010 at 8:20 am
Hi Gwynne,
So sorry you were frustrated! We actually don’t directly sell scrubs. We are a lifestyle magazine for nurses. Are you looking for a set of scrubs you saw that you like? The Cherokeeuniforms.com site has links to stores that carry the scrubs we featured in this article.
All best,
Miriam Bookey
Editor
By Miriam Bookey on May 5, 2010 at 8:51 am
I would have found your tips about looking slimmer much more interesting and convincing if your models hadn’t been all size 2s to begin with. they would look slim in red, white and blue paisely!
By Carla on May 18, 2010 at 4:23 am
Wonderful tips! Fashion trends change so often, so it is good to know what foundations to look for when shopping for scrubs!
By megan on May 18, 2010 at 12:50 pm
The tips were helpful. Especially keeping it monochromatic. I have tendency to mix and match. Not a good idea when you’re petite. I would have been nice to have see before and after pics using REAL women.
By martie on May 24, 2010 at 10:01 pm
The staff at Lelia’s Scrubs Located in @8175 S. Virginia St, Reno. Will help any body shape to have the proper fit.So you look good and feel great wearing your New scrubs from Lelia’s Scrubs in Reno.
By Lelia on May 31, 2010 at 10:49 am
This may have been more convincing, but in the real world of nursing, we don’t have costume designers picking out our scrubs, and a lot of hospitals require nurses to be in all white. And anyone who suggests buying scrubs without pockets obviously has never worked in the health field! those pockets are vital!
By Erika on June 2, 2010 at 8:32 am
In addition to the above tips, as a retailer I would suggest Cherokee Flex tops too. You will feel great when you see yourself wearing one size smaller compare to others. Come try it in our store @Cal Oaks Rd and jackson in Murrieta CA.
By Susan on June 9, 2010 at 2:08 pm
Scrubs weren’t invented to be fashionable they’re meant to be functional. Pockets , pockets, pockets!
Not those little side pockets that will barely hold a pair of scissors either! A nurse needs to carry pen, flashlight, scissors, kelly clamps, tape, flushes, high lighter and a sharpie to name just a few things. If wearing a lab coat/jacket is too hot or not recommended for your body shape why do all the tops have little pockets or no pockets at all?
By trish kestner on June 16, 2010 at 8:54 pm
After being a nurse at for 38 yrs I have to say it is impossible to wear scrubs without pockets and complete your tasks in an effective manner.
By Your name on June 19, 2010 at 6:48 am
it is possible but time wasting having to freguently go back to the supply cabinet, or back to the station for tape, 2×2, flushes etc.
By Your name on June 24, 2010 at 6:33 pm
Decent article. But most healthcare workers with which I work are grossly obese. You should address the average LPN, not the occasional slender health care professional.
By Big D on June 26, 2010 at 3:29 pm
Gross is the wrong word Big D. There are some disgustingly emaciated coworkers where I work that none of these tips could have a prayer of helping them. The need for more images of full-bodied women is noted in this article. The women they displayed do not need slimming advice at all.
By mrs. B on June 29, 2010 at 5:47 pm
In reply to Marty and anyone else with the request to use REAL women- the women pictured ARE REAL WOMEN. Size 2 women are REAL people too.
By Lauren on August 31, 2010 at 9:14 pm