Jennifer Hudson says losing weight has opened new doors for her into the wonderful world of haute couture.

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The U.S. actress-singer told Stylelist in New York she's having a blast decking herself out in sharp-looking frocks and shoes.

"I feel like my own little Barbie doll -- I get to dress myself up," Hudson said. "I hated [high] heels before, but that's all I wear now."

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People magazine said Hudson's trimmer frame helped land her a recent cover spread on Good Housekeeping, and she's not finished yet.

"Who is this new me?" she said. "I knew how to be the big girl, but now I have to find out how to be this."