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How to Feel Fantastic in Plus
Size Clothing
Since most women are a size 14 or
above, it’s time that retailers acknowledge the need for attractive plus size
apparel.
Consumer demand has resulted in a
wider array of plus size clothing on the market than ever before. This includes
lingerie, formal wear, business suits, and swimsuits in plus size.
Designers have found that simply making an outfit larger doesn’t always work;
what looks good in a size 6 may not look good in a size 16 for a full-figured
woman. Designing plus size clothing requires considering cut, style, fabric, and
color. For example, a certain type of neckline may look great for a smaller
bustline but not provide the support needed in plus size. Also, some fabrics may
bunch up unattractively in larger sizes. Making plus size clothing presents a
special set of concerns. Women shopping for plus size clothing often find it
challenging to find apparel that both feels good and looks good.
Many times, larger women make the classic mistake of choosing clothing that is
much larger, baggier, or looser than it needs to be. They believe that a looser
fit will hide trouble spots, but the reality is that it makes them look larger
than they are. A well-fitting ensemble is much more flattering. Today's plus
size clothing is designed to accentuate curves without clinging to bulges.
Notions of beauty and attractiveness have begun to change, and plus size
clothing is now available in attractive styles and colors.
Knowing the colors and shapes that accentuate your body type is important in
building a wardrobe of plus size clothing. It’s a common misconception that plus
size women should not wear clothing with bold patterns and bright colors. It’s
true that darker colors have a slimming effect, but a monochromatic ensemble in
a brighter tone can have the same effect. Also, you can add a dash of color with
a scarf or colorful top. Many different colorful accessories can be used to
brighten up a dark outfit. As for patterns in plus size clothing, smaller
designs work well, while larger prints can draw the eye directly to trouble
spots, which is the opposite of the effect that you want to create.
Clean, classic lines with a minimum of frippery work best with plus size
clothing. Bows, loud prints, and flounces only draw attention to what you want
to skim over. A-line skirts just above or below the knee always look good on a
fuller figure. Blouses with square or round necklines make the shoulders appear
wider. A V-neckline in plus size clothing draws the eye downward and makes the
body look slimmer. Neat and simple designs flatter a curvier shape best.
Plus size swimwear and intimate apparel are widely available today for curvier
shapes. While it used to be difficult to find a bra or bathing suit in plus
sizes, now you can find a great variety of fashionable options that offer
sufficient support. Designers are offering more choices in plus size clothing
than ever before.
With all the variety of styles on the market, women of all shapes and sizes are
being encouraged to feel good about their bodies. Feeling comfortable and
looking great in stylish plus size clothing bolsters a positive body image.
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