Top tips from the plus size community!

Posted on 09 August 2010

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Okay, so this week we decided to do a style special packed with top tips from curvy women. So we sent a tweet out to the plus size community, inviting them to get involved – and the response was overwhelming!

Everyone said something different, but it all came down to one thing -  wear what you love and love what you wear! For plus size women, fashion is about being yourself, knowing what works for you and holding your head high. Don’t listen to the rules, don’t be afraid to follow the trends and most importantly, don’t wear anything you’re not 100% happy in!

Here’s what the girls had to say…

‘Work your clothes, don’t let your clothes work you :D D They’re an extension of your personality so just roll with it :D D xxx’ @MessyCarla

‘Your curves and your clothes define you. So be yourself. Be true.’ @Vanoue3

‘Embrace your curves and work what your momma gave ya!!!’ @MatronJo

‘Wear what makes you feel happiest and most ready to face the world.’ @lapocketrocket

‘Embrace your curves… If you’re not working with them, you’re working against yourself.’ @BoomBands

‘My style tip is be confident when wearing an outfit. Wear confidence like a piece of clothing :D@LaCara91

‘Don’t follow the the “rules” unless they make you feel amazing. No point wearing a wide belt and bootcut jeans if you feel wrong!’ @ChatterMonkey

‘Dress for yourself, no one else.. Break the ‘fat girls should’t wear’ rules. Wear what makes your feel beautiful!’ @katkins1982

Oh, and the other trend we saw – lingerie!

It’s an absolute essential for curvy women! Chances are, you need a little extra support, but it’s also great for shaping your figure – and we don’t just mean shapewear! Different bra styles can actually make your boobs look different, from full-cup teardrop shapes to the famed balconette roundness, your lingerie drawer deserves just as much attention as your wardrobe.

So if you haven’t done already, take a look at our plus size lingerie collection and follow these lovely ladies tips…

‘Start with good under garments!’ @LovelyLilac88
 
‘The best tip for curvy ladies is to chose good underwear, it gives you great shape and can make or break a good outfit’ @beckslayer

And one we didn’t expect…

‘Attach braces to your knickers…stops them rolling down’ @soggykipper

Big thanks to everyone who sent us a tip – you’re all gems!

Got another top tip?

Post it in the comments box – and don’t forget to follow @SimplyBeUK on Twitter and ‘like’ Simply Be Fashion on Facebook for more chances to get involved!

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0 Responses to “Top tips from the plus size community!”

  1. I think we’re all aware of this, but another tip is to not pay too much attention to sizing and numbers. They vary too much from store to store. Wear what fits you, not what size you think you are or should be. :) – Shayna from FabulousSavings.co.uk

  2. I like this post! It simply shows that we don’t need not to be happy if we have less curves and more of the unwanted part. It simply means that even if we have more of it we can still look good and what is more important is feel good. I believe you are so right about being comfortable and happy about what you feel, cause after all it is you feet who’s gonna ache when catwalk stops and reality steps in. Great Job you have here of sharing and giving sites of woman who needs more of comfort than fashion.

  3. Figure out what you love about your body and flaunt it. If you don’t love your body how can you expect anyone else to?

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