Your Body Type and Plus Size Online Shopping

Plus size women struggle with what to wear that will make them feel comfortable in their plus size clothes. Every woman who wears plus sizes would be trendy and fashionable if she new how to find BBW clothes that fit right. We see a lot of misinformation about what clothing a plus size woman should wear. Most of that fashion advice is about hiding or covering your flaws. Forget it!!! You have assets! Show them off!

Hourglass Figure - Also called X Shape, Curvy

You have a curvy, feminine figure. Your shoulders and hips are balanced. Look for soft flowing fabrics. Princess cut dresses and wrap or faux wrap dresses will work for you. Try belted knits (avoid tight knits). Skirts that have gathers and hip yokes will flatter you. You can wear straight leg, flared leg and cropped pants. Look for jackets that create a vertical line that curves in at the waist.

Rectangular Figure - Also called H Shape, I Shape, and Straight Shape

If you are a full waist, flat hip type you will want to look at straight or vertical lines that curve in at your waist. Your ability to wear a straight vertical look is your asset. Straight Skirts are your friends. You can wear jackets any length. You also want to look for jackets that curve in at the waist to give you body definition and the illusion of a waist. Even though your waist may not be as small as you would like it to be, princess cut in any garment will give your waist definition and great body fit without creating a horizontal line at your waist. In pants, you want to look for tapered and somewhat tapered legs. Pants with comfort waist or a small amount of elastic allows you the room for your waist/tummy without having to buy larger pants that bag out in the derriere.

Apple Shape - Also called O Shape, Circle Shape or Round Shape

If you are very round or full in the middle of your body with slim legs, you know you have difficulties finding plus size clothes that fit. Your focus needs to be to create a long vertical look. Tunic tops are your friend. You can wear plus size tunics over straight skirts or tapered pants. Long necklaces and shoes with heels will help you to elongate your look. Wear long jackets, but avoid stiff and boxy fabrics. Don