Does running slim down thighs?

Does running make you skinnier? I have thick thighs and I want to slim it down a bit cause im short and stubby and my thighs and hips are like thick im skinny around the top with my arms but I have a problem with my legs. how do I get them to not look muscular when slimming it down? how can I get it to look like mischa bartons legs or victoria justice?

walking running jogging,any of these will help you to lose weight and tone up your legs without them getting to muscley and bulky.also try some lunges ans squats.good luck

Running slims down everything.