By Nina Hauptman

Want to know how to wear skinny jeans to flatter your figure? This style is hot, hot hot right now, but if you don't choose the right pair they can make you look disproportionate. If worn right though, these jeans can make you look svelte, fashionable and downright sexy.

There are hundreds of clothing brands offering skinny jeans right now, and each style will fit a bit differently. When on the lookout for a new pair, keep your figure type in mind. The steps below will help you pick the best pair to suit your frame, as well as what to wear with them.

1. Choose dark colors, or your rear may look to big in relation to your calves
2. Go for a straighter leg rather than a tapered one
3. Tuck your jeans into tall boots
4. Wear with heels
5. Wear looser, flowing shirts
6. Create a waistline with a thick belt wrapped around the smallest part of your torso

Despite what some larger women think, it's possible for gals of any size to rock their skinny jeans and look amazing doing it:

1. Look for darker jeans with a straight leg rather than a tapered one
2. Avoid jeans with embellishments, as they can make you appear chunky
3. Always wear with heels (tall boots are great)
4. Buy jeans that are long enough to almost reach the ground when you have shoes on; this will create a longer leg
5. Pair them with loose, breezy tops, or tunics
6. Wear longer shirts if you have a thick midsection, and shorter tops (just below the waist of the jeans) if you have a slimmer tummy. http://www.helium.com/items/651696-a-plus-sized-womans-guide-to-wearing-the-new-skinny-jeans

If you are thin, most skinny jean styles will fit you well. Look for a low waistline (but avoid major plumber's butt). A good way for leaner girls to wear them is with short boots, either flat or with a low heel. A dramatic belt will help your jeans flatter you, and create a nice curve at the hips and buttocks. Black or dark brown belts with gold or silver-colored studs are trendy right now, and fit well with the skinny-jeans look. You may also cuff your jeans at the bottom for a capri-type look.