It’s no secret that I thoroughly enjoy getting dressed in costume getups when I’m headed out for a night on the town. However, not everyone is as comfortable with putting on a pigtailed wig and a pair of stripped socks and walking out of the house as Pippy Longstocking. If you want to use popular images as inspiration without committing to a full-blown costume, consider wearing this denim ponte sailor dress from Torrid.With nautical detailing and a comfortable denim silhouette, this is the dress that Popeye’s girl Olive would have worn if she had the curves and slopes of today’s plus size woman. A sweetheart neckline makes this a great choice for medium to large busted women, while the six white front buttons and oversized draped pockets help minimize the waist and accentuate the hips. I typically would not advise plus size women to wear a dress with such large pockets right at the hips, but these are so perfectly placed that they actually improve the quality of the overall design.
When we choose our clothes, we also choose an image that we want to portray. Some days we need to look business professional, and other days shabby chic is just the thing. Many of us just want to look friendly and approachable, and wearing an outfit like this Pintucked Dress will convey that message beautifully.The simple design of this dress gives it that easy-going feeling. Although the waistline creates division between the bodice and skirt, it doesn’t disrupt the flow of the outfit. Princess seaming on the bodice gives some shape to the outfit, drawing attention to the vertical lines of the seams. These lines lead the eye downward to the inverted pleats of the skirt. The button closure down the center of the dress creates another vertical line that unifies both top and bottom. Metal buttons add visual interest and contrast to the twill fabric. While the dress is charming, it does produce a certain image that most likely says ‘schoolteacher,’ ‘librarian,’ or ‘mom.’ Not that any of these labels are a bad thing, but they might not be the look you’re going for.Color choices are mostly bright and vibrant. Guava Twill and Chambray are full of energy. Light Khaki Twill is more neutral, and will need some accessories or jewelry to liven it up. Medium Stonewash is a darker blue that looks like denim, and should complement most complexions and hairstyles.
Because of my specific problem areas, being a bottom-heavy gal, I try to buy tops and blouses that pull attention away from my hips and up to my chest. Most likely that’s why I’m so drawn to this Pleated Layered-Look Tunic.
How much would you be willing to pay to get seven outfits from 1 clothing design. $100? $150? or maybe even $200? Well, if you’re looking to score another greatly priced and versatile fashion for your wardrobe, consider the Interchangeable Plus Size Wrap Skirt from Swakdesigns. With options in black, pink, aqua, and purple the possibilities are endless in this soft and free-flowing, empire waisted silhouette. And it’s only $80.00.
One of the major fashion trends that has been on the horizon for a little while now is the loose and flowing tent dress. Blame it on the need to hide belly bumps in Hollywood or the boho-chic craze that just seems like it won’t go away, but this fashion forward and thought provoking dress is here to stay. I’m typically not a fan, but that fact has more to do with retailer execution and little to do with the actual concept.
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These days there are hundreds of different ways for plus size women of all shapes and sizes to minimize their flaws and maximize their attributes. Though still way behind where it needs to be, the industry is no longer the land of oversized dresses and drab colors. It’s because of this that I feel the need to step back and take a look at how far we’ve come.
During the colder months I enjoy wearing rich colored clothing. Patterns are fine for some, but there’s something about a single colored long sleeve top that makes me feel comfortable and ready for the busy holiday season. This Pleated Trapeze Tunic has a warm and luxurious feel to keep you cozy.
There is something that is incredibly classic and sexy about a white shirt paired with a red skirt and black shoes. The coupling of these pieces is a style that has withstood the test of time. 50’s sock hops, 80’s offices, and current day football fields have all been witnesses to red skirts and white tops.
As the weather cools down for fall you will most likely be wearing pants to the office. Add a professional edge to your clothing choice with these Pleated-Front Career Pants.
When I hear the word jumpsuit, it immediately brings to mind images of the Osh Kosh B’gosh outfits my mother loved to put all of her children in for family outings. And it was never enough for us to just be in jumpsuits; we had to wear matching ones. But these days, jumpsuits have been given a grownup makeover and are made for women of every age.
Looking for a little black dress that makes you feel little? This chiffon pleated dress from Catherines fits the bill. This dress is feminine, fashionable, flirty and full figure friendly. It has a number of style features that make it a great pick.
Garments made of denim seem to be timeless. You buy them and it seems you can wear them season after season without making a fashion faux pas. You may have to change what you pair them with, but for the most part denim is fashions most versatile and timeless fabric. This denim skirt from Catherines is a great piece to add to your warm weather wardrobe. It is stylish and has a number of features that are flattering.
Slinky, sexy, and simple slip style wedding dresses are very popular right now, but finding a dress like this when you are plus sized can be difficult. Most of these dresses are unflattering to the full figured woman. This Madelaine chiffon wedding dress from Igigi lets plus sized women get in on this trend. The Madelaine is simple, elegant, sexy and figure flattering.The dress starts with a flattering empire waist that helps conceal problems in the midsection, hips, butt and thighs. It continues with a tiered pleated chiffon skirt that also helps conceal, but doesn’t add weight to the full figured frame. The bonus of this dress is that it has bra friendly straps. That means you can wear your favorite, flattering bra with this one with no worries at all.
