To Pleat Or Not To Pleat: That’s The Question (NAPSA)—Still pondering the right pants for your body type? Designers have made it easier to find the best fit by offering a myriad of options. Tabitha—relaxed waistband, straight leg [Aichaslal ——— Michaela—no waistband, sits below the waist, straight hip. Pleats or no pleats? Low-rise or high-waisted? Straight-leg or fullcut? Whatever your shape, chances are there's a style right for you. Tummy conscious? Fashion insiders advise staying away from pleats and opting for a flat-front, easy-fitting pant. One wayto shift the focus from a middling midriff is Liz Claiborne’s form-flattering “Michaela” pant, which has no waistband and sits neatly below thehip. Want a sleek, hip-slimming style? Consider the Tabitha style with its streamlined straight hip and wideleg. Looking to create graceful curves? Pleated styles can add dimension to the mid-area and if they’re well cut, do so without seeming bulky. Consider the (Khic | SS, @ Kylie—straight waistband,pleats, relaxed fit. “Kylie” style, which has a straight waistband, pleats and a relaxedfit. For a wide selection of favorite pant styles, visit the Web site at www.lizclaiborne.com.
