Fashion Guides

To help you find most suitable clothing

Plus size clothing

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Jeans & Trousers

 
 

* Wear jeans that provide an easy and relaxed fit. Wear your size. Do not wear something too tight or too loose to your size.


* Wear long pants as they will give you an elongating look and make you look slimmer.


* Wide-legged jeans is the one meant for you.


* Moderate low-rise pants will make your upper torso look longer.


* Pants with a straight classic cut may suit you the most.


* Mix and match colors to achieve desired affects. You can pair a light colored dress on your upper torso with a dark color stockings, leggings or pants.


* Pants that have flat fronts or side zippers will suit your body type.


* Choose patterns and embellishments that are designed below your knees. This would draw attention away from your bulky thighs and hips
 
 
Avoid:


* Do not wear too tight pants as they might cling and show the excess fat n your thighs, buttocks and stomach.


* Don't wear tapered jeans and trousers.Jeans tapered at the ankles will make your ankles look fat.


* Cropped pants are not meant for you.


* High-rise jeans are a complete no as they might highlight the excess fat on your belly.


* Extremely low rise hipster jeans should also be avoided.


* Avoid wearing french pleats on your pants.


* Avoid flares and umbrellas at the bottom of your pants.


* Avoid big and highly embellished pockets at the hips and buttocks as they may attract a lot of attention towards your problem area.


* Skin tight leggings are not meant for voluptuous girls.

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Wide-legged jeans/ trousers


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Moderate low-rise jeans / trousers

 

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Straight-cut jeans

 

 
 

Skirts

 
 

* If you have nice legs to flaunt, go in for knee length skirts.


* Wear skirts that are less wider and more in length.

* Stick to A-line patterns and avoid umbrellas and large volume of flares. Always remember that the extra fabric will add to the volume of your mass and make you look wider.

 
Avoid:

* Avoid pleats as the extra fabric will make you appear more voluminous.

* Avoid wearing miniskirts or those with hemline reaching up to your mid-calf..

* Wrap around with safety pins are a complete no.

* Avoid high-rise skirts. High rise dresses may give a bulging look to your tummy.
 

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 Knee-length pencil skirt

 

 
 

 

 

 
 
 
Shirts
 

* Wear shoulder pads to balance width and proportion. Choose clothes with small shoulder pads to camouflage your wide hips.

 
* Go for vertical thin stripes.
 
* Shirts with pinstripes will make you appear slim.

* You can also wear jackets and shirts with straight and classic cuts.

* Flat front dresses may give a slim look.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Tops
 
* Wear long tops that reach up-to your hips to slim down the problem area.

* Go for tops with raglan sleeves to add to the look.

* You can wear loose fit tops with very slight pleats that get slimmer at the hips and waist to hug them.
 
 
 
 
 
Avoid:

* Avoid bulky and over-sized shirts.

* For the top-heavy women, always avoid clingy fabrics on the top area.

* Frills, ruffles, tiers are a big no. They may add an extra volume to your body.

* Avoid wearing low-cut and sleeveless shirts as they may make your arms and shoulders appear heavier.

* Straps, cropped and cut-off tops are not the apt ones.

* All kind of belly-baring shirts and t-shirts are a complete no.

* Tube-tops should be avoided.Halter-tops and open back-tops are not meant for you.

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Top reaching upto hips

 

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Top with soft pleats

 

 

 
 

 

 

Shirts & Tops

Necklines

 
 

* Wear wide necklines to balance width.


* Open collar shirts and scoop or plunging necklines may make your look.

* V-neckline dresses may give your upper half a longer look.
 

Avoid:

* High collar necklines and closed neckline dresses
( Turtle neckline & Boat neckline)  may make your shoulders appear wider and add volume to your over-all look also..
 

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Scoop neckline

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Plunging neckline

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V-neckline

 
 

Corsets

 

The corset is a beautiful garment that is worn to mold the shape of the torso and enhance the    bust area, giving a beautiful shape to the body.

You can wear a corset as an undergarment to hide all those extra lumps and bumps of fat on your buttocks and waist and to enhance your curves.

Corsets are definitely going to make you look slimmer, sleeker, curvier and sexier.

They may help you achieve the hourglass appearance women have always striven for.

Plus-size corsets may give you the extra support you need.

They are designed to fit you tight. But do not make the mistake of purchasing the one that fits you too tight as you might end up in great discomfort. They may constrain your blood circulation or cause difficulty in breathing and choke up your lungs.

They are available in many designs, colors, and sizes. You can purchase a completely plain and simple one as your inner wear or go for those fancy once with laces, clasps in silk or satin etc to wear to your parties.

Designers have come up with a collection of undergarments exclusively designed and made for voluptuous women.

Plus Size Corsets are beautiful and feminine. Any voluptuous women will feel confident with a corset under her dress.

Remember to take your time and find the right one for you.

 

 


 
 

Bustiers

 

Bustiers may be understood as a shape-wear.

They may feature built-in cups or padded / unpadded push ups. They may feature straps or may be completely strapless

Bustiers may provide you good support and full control.

They may also shape you better than the corsets.


 


 
 

 

Plus-size Accessories

 

Accessories are, undoubtedly, the best way to divert attention away from your problem areas.
 
* Match the colors of your clothes with that of your accessories. Play with colors and get monotony out of your life.

* Wear slim bangles and bracelets.


* Slim watches with slim straps watches may also make your arms look thinner.

* Wear lingerie that are of your size. Do not wear tighter ones thinking they will help your bust look less heavier. You may end up showing loose bulges.

* You can wear corsets, both as an inner wear as well as an outer wear.

 

  

 


 
 

 

 

Handbags

 
 
* Medium-sized bags and even large, gigantic handbags may balance with the proportion of your body.
 
 
Avoid:
 

* Do not choose small handbags that are too tiny for you.

 

 


 
 

Belts

 

* Wear narrow belts.


* Keep your belts simple and slim.

 
Avoid:

* Avoid big and highly embellished buckles. In fact, avoid embellishments of all kind.

* Plus size women should never make the mistake of wearing large, broad belts as they may make them appear bigger than they actually are.
 
 

 


 
 

Footwear

 

* Wearing  pointed heels is a good option available. Heels make the feet look longer.


* Open-toed heels also serve the purpose well.

Avoid:

* If you have wide feet, say no to narrow shoes. Narrow shoes are too tight for you. You might end up in great discomfort.
 

 

 

 
 

Make-Up

 

* Wear soft make-up. You may look good in faint colors.
 
* Highlight your eyes with good mascaras and eye-liners.

 
Avoid:

* Over-sized women should avoid dark, flashy make-up.
 

 


 
 

Remember!!!

 

Carry yourself with utmost grace and confidently irrespective of whatever you wear.


Identify your assets and highlight on your most striking feature.

You can always enhance your entire ensemble with bright accessories.

Don't forget to flaunt your smile. Always remember that this is what suits you the best.

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