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Being petite is great. You don’t need to duck you head when you go through doorways, in fact you never need to duck your head for anything and you never have to worry about booking a seat with extra leg room on the aeroplane. But being petite also has its challenges which include buying ladies clothes to fit and suit you, not looking like a child and avoiding armpits whilst stood on the underground.
Today we are going to talk about how to find ladies clothes to fit and suit you (the other issues, I’m afraid you will have to work out for yourself). Petite is the description given to ladies who are 5ft 2 and under, most people don’t actually realise that the term petite includes all ladies of this height including plus sized. Being plus sized actually exaggerates the issues that most petite ladies experience in that it is difficult to keep the overall look in proportion. But it is possible to do by choosing your clothes carefully.
The fit of your clothes is very important. As a petite, baggy clothes that do not fit you properly will tend to drown you and make you look shorter, Well fitting clothes will be much more flattering. Whilst there are some clothes shops that specialise petite clothing, the choice can be a little limited. It is possible to find great clothes to fit and suit petites in most stores and online retailers as you now what you are looking for. Here are some tips for finding clothes to flatter if you are petite.
One Colour
This is an age old style rule for petites but it really does work. Wearing one colour lengthens the body particularly if that colour is black. A different colour top and trousers will create a horizontal line across the middle which will make you look shorter. If you want to take this rule to the extreme which includes wearing black trousers and top or black dress with tights and shoes you will get maximum effect. Of course you can still add colour with accessories.Â
Vertical Stripes
The vertical stripes rule is really simple. Any vertical or diagonal stripes will create an optical illusion which lengthens the body.
Tailored
Fitted clothes work best for petites and the most flattering form of fitted clothes is tailored pieces. They match the line of the body so don’t add bulk but skim over lumps and bumps giving a streamlined silhouette.
Small scale patterns
As a petite you can wear patterns but generally the rule is the smaller the better. Large scale prints just make you look smaller. Polka dots, narrow stripes, ditsy florals and small scale abstract prints all work really well.
Heels
If you are short high geels will make you look smaller but too high and you will look out of proportion. Mid height heels and wedges will look especially good.
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Cropped cardigans and jackets
Cropped cardigans and jackets fit so well with petite proprtions, they will even make you look a little taller.
The sleeveless round neck black pleat shift dress and the orange ruffle detail short v neck cardigan (pictured above) are a really flattering choice for a petite lady.
Anyone can look gorgeous and stylish no matter what their shape or size. We are all different and individual and plus sized ladies should love themselves and their figure. Each person no matter what their shape or size will have their own challenges in finding the right clothes that flatter and compliment their body. Looking stylish is all about overcoming those challenges, making the most of the parts of your body that you love and disguising or drawing attention away from the parts that you donâ??t like. It is also about using clothes to make your body look in proportion although for most people there will be parts of their body that are out of proportion with the rest.
Plus sized or fuller figured ladies sometimes dress in clothes that are shapeless in attempt to hide their figure. This is not the most stylish way to dress, not only will it make you look bigger than you are, it will also hide your shape. You should celebrate your shape by finding well fitting clothes that flatter. Tailoring works really well as it skims over lumps and bumps creating a smooth silhouette that also shows off your shape.
Picking clothes that fit you really well is also really important as a plus sized lady. Some times there can be a temptation to buy clothes in a size too big to make your look smaller or a size too small in the hope that they will fit you one day. Neither of these strategies works and perfectly fitting clothes is always the best and most stylish option. As each person is different and most people donâ??t buy made to measure clothes, it can sometimes be difficult to get clothes to fit. Try our different retailers to see which has the clothes that will fit you best, shop online for more choice of styles and sizes and if all else fails get your clothes professionally altered. This may be as simple as shortening a pair of womens trousers of the sleeves on a jacket.
The basis of any stylish outfit for a plus sized lady will be your underwear. Without the support of a well fitting bra, your shape will look wrong. Similarly a badly fitting pair of knickers is not only uncomfortable but can also affect the line of your clothes.
Dressing for your shape is just as if not more important than dressing for your size. When you next see a really stylish plus sized lady, you can be sure that they recognise their body shape and dress accordingly. Those with larger hips should wear dark coloured trousers or skirts and balance their hips with detail on the top half. Those with a larger stomach can hide it using empire line tunics. Those with an hour glass figure should use belts to cinch clothes in at the waist and define their figure.
You can find a range over very stylish plus sized clothes at Roman Originals. Remember to love your body and spoil it with clothes that really flatter and compliment it.
1. Avoid wearing shapeless clothes
It is easy to try and wear clothes that are too big or shapeless in an attempt to try and hide your shape or figure. In reality this makes you look shapeless and bigger than you are. Fitted clothes work so much better for plus sized ladies they will compliment you natural shape and look much more stylish. Tailoring works particularly well. If you pick tailored trousers or a skirt that fit well they will give you a smooth and streamlined silhouette and show your shape off. Whilst you want your clothes to have some shape to them avoid any thing that is too clingy.
2. Play to your strengths
Looking stylish as a plus sized lady is similar to looking stylish at any size. You should choose your best points and use your clothes to highlight them and balance out or disguise your least favourite areas. It is all about proportions, so if you have larger hips and thighs, dressing them in a darker colour and wearing a wide necked top will help them to look more in proportion. If it is your stomach that you dislike, hide it with an empire line tunic and if you have a comparatively small waist cinch your clothes in with a belt to keep your whole look in proportion.
3. Try colours other than black
Black can be a slimming colour but it can also be quite draining and boring if worn too often. Don’t fall into the style trap of wearing black all of the time because you thin it is slimming. There are plenty of other colours that will look great. The cut, fit and style of your clothing will also affect how slimming it looks. Think about how you can make block colours work for you and also patterns.
4. Always opt for straight legged trousers
For plus sized women, straight legged womans trousers and jeans are most definitely the most flattering option. Tapered and skinny or tight fit trousers tend to look better on very slim ladies and can be tricky for anyone of any size to wear. A pair of high heels is also the perfect way to lengthen the legs a little which will also make them look slimmer.
5. Shorter plus sized ladies or petites should be careful of clothing that makes them look shorter
As a plus sized petite, you have exactly the same issues as any petite in avoiding clothes that make you look shorter. You will also need to work that bit harder to keep the whole look in proportion. Large prints, horizontal stripes and anything too long or that cuts across your body horizontally should be avoided. Tops and jackets will look best if they finish at hip height.
6. The fit of your clothes is essential
As a plus size, it is so important to buy your clothes  in the right size. Too big and they will look like a shapeless tent, too small and they will highlight every single lump or bump. The most flattering and slimming clothes for you will be those that fit correctly. If you are unable to buy the right size of clothes, look for the closest match and then get them altered.
As a plus sized lady, you should love yourself and your body just as it is. As with anyone looking stylish is all about high lighting the best bits and disguising the rest. If you struggle to find the right clothes in the right sizes, shop online for more choice.
If you are a plus size you may find it difficult to find nice clothes that look good on you. There is no reason why you can’t look gorgeous and stylish, it is all about finding just the right clothes to suit. As a plus size you are very much an individual and there is no one style that suits all.
For many plus size ladies, the things that they do to try and hide their size or curves, end up just drawing attention to them even more for example wearing long baggy clothing. Looking great is partly about having confidence and sometimes that means moving out of your comfort zone in terms of clothing and trying something new.Â
To some extent you should apply the usual rules on how to dress based on your body shape, but there are also a few extra tips that may come in handy.
- If you struggles to find clothes to fit your proportions, just find something that you like and get it altered to fit. If in doubt go up a size rather than down as it is always easier to take clothes in than out. Pay particular attention to getting the length, waist and trouser or sleeve length just right.
- Try out other alternatives to black. Black may be slimming but it can also be quite a harsh colour and can get boring if worn all of the time. Try other combinations of neutrals until you find one that you lve. If you are finding it really hard to move away from black navy is a great first step.
- Be sure that your clothes all fit you properly. Clothing that is too big or too small will just make you look bigger. Try and find clothes that skim over your curves rather than hugging, pulling, pucker, or loosly draping.
- Pick your favourite part of your body and draw attention to it using jewellery, accessories,bright colours, patterns or embellishment. Some areas to consider are shoulders, décolletage, forearms, legs or ankles.
- Choose tailored jackets that end at the hip bone. This will help to elongate your legs and slim down your whole torso.
- Avoid tapered trousers which make the hips look wider and pleated skirts which add bulk.
- Try and find a well fitting pair of flat fronted trousers, this is by far the most flattering style.
- Try wearing tops with a low v neck layered over a vest or camisole top.
- Clothes that do not crease easily in soft jersey fabrics tend too look best as they drape perfectly and don’t crease when you sit down, which can make clothes look unsightly.
Whatever your size or shape, when it comes down to looking stylish, it is vital that you feel comfortable, confident and happy in your clothes and with the way that you look. Confidence comes from within so take time to pick yourself some beautiful clothes and remind yourself how beautiful you are.
As a fuller figured lady, it can sometimes be more difficult to find beautiful and on trend clothes in the high street shops. But there are a number of retailers including Roman Originals who cater for plus sized ladies both online and on the high street with a range of casual, work and evening wear in the latest styles. Finding the right outfit for a special ocassion like a wedding, ball, prom or evening party can be particularly challenging. With summer not too far away, now is a good time to start thinking about what to wear for any important events over the coming months.
A plus size prom dress is the a great choice for all sorts of summer occasions. The prom dress is a classic style that suits all sizes and shapes of body. As a plus size you will look really great in bold patterns. The term prom dress is usually used to decribe a strapless dress with a flared skirt. It can be either ong or short in length and have all sorts of other features including net underskirts, lace overlays, embellishments like beading or embroidery and patterns or prints.
This contrast panel evening dress (pictured above) is the perfect choice for a plus size lady. Available in sizes 12 to 22. The bold design in black and white is amazingly flattering and creates illusion of the perfect hourglass figure, even if you do not have one. For those who do not feel completely confident in a strapless dress, it has detachable straps. The lace up bodice means that it can be adjusted to fit perfectly.
The traditional style of prom dress is not the only dress that will look great on plus sized ladies. A floaty or chiffon dress hangs beautiful and drapes over curves to flatter them. A black chiffon dress is particularly good for an evening pary and brighter or pastel colours are great for daytime events.
The key to finding beautiful prom dresses and evening wear for plus sizes is about finding styles that skim rather than cling. It is also important to find the just the right size to fit perfectly. A dress that is too big or too small will not flatter you. A perfectly fitting dress will make you look elegant and stylish.
All plus size ladies are different and so will find different styles of dress to suit them. Generally speaking a line skirts will look best on those with larger hips and thighs will look best ina line and fuller skirts. Those with hour glass shapes will look best in styles that cinch in at the waist. For ladies with rounder tummies, empire line dress are really flattering.
Just because you are plus size, it does not mean that you have to settle for boring or unfashionable clothes. You can still follow the latest fashions (if you want to) and find beautiful and stylish prom dresses and evening wear. Don’t forget to pick out just the right accessories to compliment your outfit. If you have a simple dress you can choose bold and eye catching statement accessories. If you have chosen a bold dress, then a few simple accessories will look amazing.