Learn the Do's and Don't's of Dressing Your Plus Size Body
Every woman wants to look her best. Studying
fashion magazines and trendy catalogs can give her a great idea of new styles
to try out. But, for the plus size woman, looking at these new
fashions can give her a sense of loss and frustration.
The overweight
population is growing, and thus, more trendy and stylish plus size fashions are
being brought to the market. However, following the latest trends may not be
the best idea for a plus size woman. Every woman is the best judge of what
looks best on her body, but there are some things to be careful of if you are
plus sized.
Clothing with many
drapes, ruffles, and layers may not be your best bet. These things enlarge a
plus size silhouette, something that should be avoided. Plus size clothing
should not hang on your body. You should try styles that flatter your body
shape. There are many more choices today than tent-like dresses and
unflattering stretchy polyester pants. A lot of flounces and ruffles might have
the unfortunate effect of making a plus size woman look clownish.
Another thing to avoid
is very tight clothing. Plus size woman have bulges and rolls that they do not
want to show off to the world. While tight clothing may reduce your silhouette,
it will do nothing to smooth it. Stretchy fabrics can be very comfortable and
forgiving in plus size fashion. They will reduce sag and bag on pants' knees,
blouses and shirts, and dresses. Skin-tight clothing may look messy and
unprofessional.
Plus size fashion has
many options these days. You can find something to suit any body type. Most
plus size women are either an apple, round in the middle with thinner legs, or
a pear, smaller upper body with large hips and thighs. In order to dress in the
most flattering fashion, it is important not to accentuate your trouble spot.
Apple shaped plus size
women should not wear shirts that gather tightly at the bottom. This plus sized
fashion will only accentuate her larger upper half. Pear shaped plus size women
should not wear tight tops with overly full skirts. This will accentuate her
larger lower half.
Reducing the overall
body silhouette is an important consideration, as is disguising a plus size
body's trouble spots. Plus size fashion has come a long way. However, to dress
attractively and appropriately, women must understand which fashions are right
for her body type and personal style. Melanie L. Marten.
