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It’s hard enough to get to the gym, but when everyone else around you looks hipper, chicer and better than you in your old school sweats then it’s time to make a change in your workout wardrobe. It helps to get a little butt lift or your bit of sagginess or cellulite completely hidden under good exercise clothes.

Before you head to the gym, focus on your body via your closet. What’s in there and what do you need to help elevate your motivation. First on your list should be excellent fitting yoga style pants. A stretchy pair of boot cut or ankle hugging pants that are thick enough to smooth out your flaws and comfortable enough for you to do activities from downward dog to a roundhouse kick. Surely some of the best pants on the market are from the incredibly popular Lululemon. They make everybody’s butt look good—Seriously! I don’t care if you’re single or married we all want compliments on our body and when your girlfriend or your husband says, “You look good,” it motivates us. So for leg smoothing and butt lifting turn to the Groove Pant or Wunder Under pant from Lululemon.

As for tops look for full tank style tops that have the bra built in or choose sports bras to layer t-shirts and tanks over. When it comes to a sports bra, skip the small, medium and large sizing and look for brands that are offered in actual bra sizes like 34B. You’ll get a better fit rather than the uniboob effect. I’m a fan of Champion styles like their Power Sleek Bra for the better fit.

We headed to KTLA in Los Angeles and put our top picks on great gals!

Erin Daffern
Pilates Instructor, ThatPilatesPlace.com
Lululemon.com ($98) Groove pant and WunderUnder pants-are two of the best styles to improve the look of your butt and smooth from tummy through thigh.
Championusa.com ($25) Double dry sports tank with built in bra
Crocs.com ($50) Toning skylar flat. Through sassy sling-back flats the Skylar style allows women to realize the benefits of a leg shaping/toning shoe without sacrificing style and comfort.
Magic Circle from Target.com ($29.99)—for Pilates fans-increase the intensity of your workout.

For workout wear that goes from the gym to running errands without screaming the gym check out the favorite of celebs, Reese Witherspoon, Julia Roberts and Courtney Cox from IamBeyond.com

Robin Wendell
Trainer, RobinFitness.com
IamBeyond.com ($71) Flattering tops and bottoms for every shape. Quilted leggings, $71, Shirred Cami, $73 and super soft Long Curve jacket, $121. Workout wear that can go from class to errands and about town without looking like you just came for the gym.
Crocs.com ($30) Kadee slip on.
I used TheFind.com mobile app and found this great item.
Trainermat.com ($29.99)—Trainer mat has 10 exercises with three levels of intensity and trainer ball has 12 diagrams of core strengthening exercises, each $29.99. Illustrations of exercises printed on the mat and ball to give you a great workout.

If you didn’t embrace them before then it’s time to add Legg’s Profile, Spanx, Assets and other shapewear to your wardrobe. It doesn’t matter if you’re a size 2 or 12, shapewear helps hide and diminish those pesky flaws for everyone. For the winter months tummy toning, butt lifting opaque tights are genius for smoothing out lumps and bumps from your butt, hips and tummy. Plus many brands have regular and high waist versions, or choose the leggings version compared to other cotton style leggings that end up baggy at the knees.

Another great layering piece to add to your wardrobe is the slimming tank from YummieTummie.com. It has tummy toning section built into the tank.

Danielle Gruen
Yummie Tummie.com ($68) tank with built in shaping and slimming
Leggs.com ($7) Profiles tummy toner with anti-cellulite tights. Firm control top with all natural ingredients to reduce appearance of cellulite.
Cardigan, pencil skirt and heels from WhiteHouseBlackMarket.com

The new Skinny Shirt is the must have layering piece to slim you and smooth out your clothes. With this new innovation you get the look of a classic button front shirt mixed with cotton, nylon and spandex and a way to layer under your favorite cashmere sweater without adding any bulk. With this shirt as your layering piece your sweaters look smoother and you look a wee bit slimmer.

Paula D’Andrea
SkinnyShirt.com ($68) Wear alone or as a layer to look smoother and slimmer instantly.
Levis.com ($59.50) Curve ID jeans. The fit accentuates your waist, flatters your curves and lengthens your silhouette – all without gapping, pinching or revealing. Slim through the thigh, and then widens at the knee to a leg-lengthening boot cut.
Sweater, jacket and belt from BananaRepublic.com
Heels from WhiteHouseBlackMarket.com

For a few simple tricks to hide the extra pounds you may have accumulated over the holidays look to your own closet for help. Avoid crewneck sweaters and opt for v-necks. Crewnecks add more bulk to busty girls and are rarely flattering while v-neck tops and sweaters create the illusion of length, show off the neck and collarbone and bring the eye upward. Skip necklace that resemble anything like a choker or are high on the neck or above your collarbone. Just like v-necks wear necklaces that are slightly longer to elongate your look. I prefer necklaces with chains or beaded strands that total 18 inches or more. Avoid boxy jackets and look for jackets with princess seams and tailoring that help hug your sides to create a waist. Add more belts to your outfits to define your waist and curves. If you can bear it, wear heels more often. Even a kitten heel will help make you look taller and slightly slimmer. And if you feel the weight has gone to your belly then avoid low-rise jeans, which will make it more likely that your belly will get exposed when you walk or hang out on top of the jeans when you sit. Instead choose mid-rise for a quick flattening effect.

I don’t write often about men’s trends, but recently Men’s Daily Life asked me for the top picks for boots that will keep men’s feet warm and looking good.

What are some things guys should be on the lookout for when shopping for winter boots and shoes?
Men should purchase winter boots based on the activities they have in mind. Guys with naturally cold feet should look for heavy pac boots with thick insulation. I also suggest the same thick insulated boots for those who trudge often in deep snow or may spend a lot of time motionless in the cold. If you’ll be doing a lot of walking or outdoor work then consider lightly insulated boots with a more snug fit and full lacing.

Is fine leather waterproof?
Leather/skin is porous. When leather is treated it will resist liquid for a few minutes, this is called corrected leather. If it’s natural leather that has no treatment apart from natural tanning it won’t hold back liquid at all and when you dry it off you’ll be left with a dark stain.

How insulated is too insulated?
If the insulation is so thick (i.e sheepskin) that the boot is a tight fit on your foot, I’d suggest that you go up half a size/full size to give your foot room. If the boot is too tight, your foot will become cold easily since they’ll be no space for your toes or foot to shift/move. Depending on the weather, boots with 800 grams-1600 grams of thinsulate will keep your feet warm. Lower levels of thinsulate just means you should wear a thick sock with the boot to ensure your foot stays warm. A wool or cashmere sock is a great choice to keep feet warm because wool does not hold moisture, this keeping your foot warm when it sweats.

Here are some suggestions for top warm, comfortable and stylish boots for men this winter:

Croccasin Boot
Crocs.com
The Crocs™ Croccasin Boot features:
* Everyday boot with Crocs’ legendary comfort.
* Premium suede upper.
* Ample flurry fleece lining for the winter months.
* Rubber outsole for traction and durability.
* Croslite™ material midsole for lightweight cushioning.
$89.99

Crocs Linden Boot
Crocs.com
The Crocs™ Linden Boot features:
* Full-grain leather upper for durability.
* TecTuf™ treated heel overlay.
* Croslite™ material midsole provides ergonomic fit and support.
* Molded TPU heel strap.
$89.99

Sorel Caribou Boot
Rei.com
These winter classics provide legendary warmth and protection in cold, snowy conditions.
* Four-layer 9mm ThermoPlus™ felt liners insulate to -40 ° F and are removable for easy drying
* Waterproofed Nubuck leather uppers are triple-stitched to handcrafted waterproof rubber bottoms for long-lasting wear
* Warm acrylic fleece pile collars help keep snow and debris out of boots
* Aerotrac™ rubber lug outsoles help you negotiate snow and slush with confidence
$110

Born Nash boot
Shoes.com
These handsome Nash boots from Born will give you a boost of confidence on your first date.
* Full grain leather upper in a dress ankle boot style with a round toe
* Wide elastic gore panels ensure a great fit
* Leather lining, cushioning insole
* Traction outsole, 1 1/4 inch heel
$130

Merrell Bergenz Waterproof boot
Rei.com
Use the highly functional, warm and waterproof Merrell Bergenz winter boots for winter hiking, sledding, snowshoeing and clearing the driveway.
* Rich, full-grain leather uppers feature protective rubber toe bumpers
* Waterproof membranes supply protection from the elements and disperse moisture quickly
* 200g PrimaLoft® polyester fiber insulation maximizes warmth; boots are comfort rated to -40°F
* Polyester fleece linings feature AEGIS Microbe Shield® antibacterial treatment to deter odor development
* Insoles have reflective silver film sandwiched between insulating polyester layers to prevent conductive heat loss to the ground
* Washable OrthoLite® foam insoles enhance comfort
* EVA midsoles supply cushioning and support for all-day wear; Air Cushion heel pockets provide extra shock absorption under heels, helping stabilize your footstrike
* Injection-molded nylon arch shanks stabilize and support feet on uneven terrain
$150

Frye Chukka Boot
Endless.com
This Manny chukka from Frye is a refined look that can be dressed up or down. It’s totally vintage-inspired with its classic silhouette, distressed suede upper, and wooden stacked sole. The insole is fully padded for long-wearing comfort, while the leather outsole is durable and sturdy and ready to strongly carry you from day to day.
$198

Jeffrey Campbell Chelsea boot
Nordstrom.com
A classic paddock boot is crafted from rich antiqued leather and outfitted with stretchy side goring for easy on/off.
$180