Everyone should know that beauty comes in all shapes and sizes. But more often than not, when we flip through fashion and lifestyle magazines, we are bombarded with images of very slender and skinny women who are wearing the latest fashion trends. They are asked to represent the fashionable clothing lines in the world because skinny is now directly proportionate to beautiful. We should not tolerate this kind of thinking that media rubs off the minds of people, especially the young girls. They are the ones who really patronize shows, movies and magazines where all skinny girls are featured endlessly.
To all plus size women out there, here are 2 tips that a lot of people do not know. They will definitely help you look great and without compromising style
1. Stay away from baggy clothes. A lot of plus size women feel and think that they are bigger than they really are. A lot of them try to hide their problem areas such as arms, thighs and mid sections by wearing really big clothes. The rule of the thumb that every plus-size women should know is wearing baggy and loose clothes only make you look bigger than you really are. Baggy clothes hide your full figure and make you look like you do not have curves at all.
2. Go for figure hugging clothes. But the rule is, know your measurements. Make sure that your clothes are not too tight and not too loose. Instead of wearing baggy clothes, try to look for clothes that accentuate your curves. Why not try a monochromatic dress that goes just below your knees. Opt for v necklines that make you look thinner. Also look for clothes that have sleeves just below your elbows or dresses with longer sleeves to show the thinnest part of your arm.
3. Get a proper bra-fitting with a professional. If you did not know, wearing the right bra can work wonders to your shape. Most plus-size women have fuller breasts so they think that big bras should do the job. That is just wrong. Wearing the right bra will lift your breasts and enhance your figure. You will be surprised at the effect of getting the right bra. Some people swear that they look like they lost 10 pounds just by wearing the right bra for them.
Sad but true, most of popular clothes stores do not have clothes that are trendy for plus-size women. All of the great styles and designs of clothes seem to be only custom made for skinny girls. Plus-size girls do not have a lot of clothes and designs to choose from so they just settle for the boring sweat shirts and baggy pants combo. What is weird is that there a lot of plus size women these days. Don't you think that it makes perfect sense for clothing stores to make fashionable clothes that cater to those women who are little bit on the heavy side? It will definitely increase their popularity and income. Armed with these tips, plus-size girls can now look beautiful and confident with what they have. Good luck pretty girls!
Wednesday 16 March 2011
Plus Size Casual Dresses For The Full Figured Women
For the stylish and fabulous big and beautiful woman, there's nothing better than plus size casual dresses. Thankfully, the world has finally taken notice of the full figured woman's needs. When it comes to dressing in style, plus size fashions are a great way for full figured women to show their taste in clothing and sense of style.
Back in the day, there was just no way for full figured women to ever look stylish. With only a handful of stores that cater to "plus size fashions", these full figured women had to put together an outfit with only a few okay clothing. Those days will not be missed.
Because of all the stylish plus size fashions available, these full figured women get to be fabulous and stylish whenever they want. No longer limited to just special occasions, with plus size casual dresses full figured women can look cute while spending a day at the park.
The demand for plus size casual dresses have increased in an amazing number ever since they first came out. That doesn't come as a complete surprise because there are a lot of full figured women out there and just like everyone else, they also take great importance in their looks and how they present themselves to the world.
You can only imagine what it must be like that after all the years of wanting to look pretty, full figured women finally get to do that with the help of plus size fashions. With all the cute and trendy plus size casual dresses, it's no wonder they're such a big hit!
These plus size casual dresses give full figured women the option to mix and match, maybe even experiment with certain accessories to complete the whole look. Another great thing about plus size casual dresses are that there are hundreds, if not more, to choose from.
Full figured women can also wear these cute plus size casual dresses to work and then grab a drink with friends after. These plus size dresses are so trendy and stylish that they work great as a day-to-night look. It's like two outfits in one. Now that's what I call a really good buy.
All fabulously curvy women who love wearing the latest style of fashionable and trendy plus size fashions can now buy stylish plus size casual dresses from my online store, but the best part of all is that all these plus size casual dresses are here and they're here to stay. So all the fabulous BBW out there can say goodbye to their sweatpants and baggy t-shirts and say hello to fabulous outfits, cute accessories, and all that attention.
ATTENTION FULL FIGURED WOMEN:
Are you fed up and discouraged by the lack of fashionable Plus Size Casual Dresses in your local fashion boutiques?
Well my plus size friends it's time to throw out your old muumuus and outdated plus size clothes because I have a fantastic selection of beautiful plus size casual dresses, plus size formal dresses as well as plus size evening dresses for you to see.
Back in the day, there was just no way for full figured women to ever look stylish. With only a handful of stores that cater to "plus size fashions", these full figured women had to put together an outfit with only a few okay clothing. Those days will not be missed.
Because of all the stylish plus size fashions available, these full figured women get to be fabulous and stylish whenever they want. No longer limited to just special occasions, with plus size casual dresses full figured women can look cute while spending a day at the park.
The demand for plus size casual dresses have increased in an amazing number ever since they first came out. That doesn't come as a complete surprise because there are a lot of full figured women out there and just like everyone else, they also take great importance in their looks and how they present themselves to the world.
You can only imagine what it must be like that after all the years of wanting to look pretty, full figured women finally get to do that with the help of plus size fashions. With all the cute and trendy plus size casual dresses, it's no wonder they're such a big hit!
These plus size casual dresses give full figured women the option to mix and match, maybe even experiment with certain accessories to complete the whole look. Another great thing about plus size casual dresses are that there are hundreds, if not more, to choose from.
Full figured women can also wear these cute plus size casual dresses to work and then grab a drink with friends after. These plus size dresses are so trendy and stylish that they work great as a day-to-night look. It's like two outfits in one. Now that's what I call a really good buy.
All fabulously curvy women who love wearing the latest style of fashionable and trendy plus size fashions can now buy stylish plus size casual dresses from my online store, but the best part of all is that all these plus size casual dresses are here and they're here to stay. So all the fabulous BBW out there can say goodbye to their sweatpants and baggy t-shirts and say hello to fabulous outfits, cute accessories, and all that attention.
ATTENTION FULL FIGURED WOMEN:
Are you fed up and discouraged by the lack of fashionable Plus Size Casual Dresses in your local fashion boutiques?
Well my plus size friends it's time to throw out your old muumuus and outdated plus size clothes because I have a fantastic selection of beautiful plus size casual dresses, plus size formal dresses as well as plus size evening dresses for you to see.
Plus Size Designer Fashions
Yes, plus size designer fashions do exist, which you'll be relieved to hear if you're a larger sized woman. No longer will you have to spend your days dressed in a tent dress because that's the only thing you can find in your size. Plus size designer fashions abound online and here are just a few that you can easily buy with a click of your mouse.
Bradley Bayou, award winning designer, has larger sizes in many of his creations. Jackets in patent snake print, lamb leather, suede or naked leather up to size 3X (26-28) in a variety of colours. Sexy blouses in chiffon and slinky polyester and spandex provide the perfect fit and are also available up to size 3X as are skirts in suede and denim as well as a selection of trendy jeans.
Lilly & Van offers shirts, tops, trousers, crop trousers, skirts and dresses up to size 3X in a variety of funky colours, both plain and patterned.
Dennis Basso, renowned for his use of gorgeous materials and trimmings offers a sophisticated ready to wear line of dresses and separates up to size 3X. Why not treat yourself to a faux fur leopard print walking coat or a bonded satin jacket with bead detail. Proof, if proof were needed that plus size designer fashions don't have to be boring or frumpy.
Former fashion reality show winner, Chloe Dao, uses pretty detailing and trim to enliven her contemporary collection of sweaters, cardigans, blouses and tops. Jeans, leggings, slim pants and skirts in dark colours for that slimming look, complete the ensemble, while dresses are simple and understated.
However, of the designers I looked at, it's Pamela Dennis who offers the largest collection of plus size designer fashions. This collection seems to be prettier and more feminine than some of the others and contains a large range of colours and fabrics including a smocked ruffle top in gorgeous carnation red or a silky-look top in fabulous blackberry with a smocked neckline and raw edge flower decoration. Sweaters and cardigans have decorative touches including beading and detail in ribbon and lace.
These are just a few of the many designers who obviously believe that size is no barrier to being fashionable and who include something for every woman in their collections. There are many more including Bob Mackie, Erica Davies, Janie Bryant, Lori Goldstein and Louis Dell'Olio to name but a few.
Bradley Bayou, award winning designer, has larger sizes in many of his creations. Jackets in patent snake print, lamb leather, suede or naked leather up to size 3X (26-28) in a variety of colours. Sexy blouses in chiffon and slinky polyester and spandex provide the perfect fit and are also available up to size 3X as are skirts in suede and denim as well as a selection of trendy jeans.
Lilly & Van offers shirts, tops, trousers, crop trousers, skirts and dresses up to size 3X in a variety of funky colours, both plain and patterned.
Dennis Basso, renowned for his use of gorgeous materials and trimmings offers a sophisticated ready to wear line of dresses and separates up to size 3X. Why not treat yourself to a faux fur leopard print walking coat or a bonded satin jacket with bead detail. Proof, if proof were needed that plus size designer fashions don't have to be boring or frumpy.
Former fashion reality show winner, Chloe Dao, uses pretty detailing and trim to enliven her contemporary collection of sweaters, cardigans, blouses and tops. Jeans, leggings, slim pants and skirts in dark colours for that slimming look, complete the ensemble, while dresses are simple and understated.
However, of the designers I looked at, it's Pamela Dennis who offers the largest collection of plus size designer fashions. This collection seems to be prettier and more feminine than some of the others and contains a large range of colours and fabrics including a smocked ruffle top in gorgeous carnation red or a silky-look top in fabulous blackberry with a smocked neckline and raw edge flower decoration. Sweaters and cardigans have decorative touches including beading and detail in ribbon and lace.
These are just a few of the many designers who obviously believe that size is no barrier to being fashionable and who include something for every woman in their collections. There are many more including Bob Mackie, Erica Davies, Janie Bryant, Lori Goldstein and Louis Dell'Olio to name but a few.
Your Body's Intelligence: What You Truly Need
Do you ever have those moments when you feel like you should go to the gym or take a yoga class, but you really don't want to? Or you should order the salad but you really want the burger and fries? For me, working on not "shoulding" on myself has been a key part of my own practice (yoga practice, life practice...) for many years. In yoga, we refer to a restful seated pose called Nispanda Bhava (Unmoving Observation) as one way to practice being witness to our inner chatter and "shoulds", without in any way becoming involved in them or acting on them. As a student and teacher of yoga, health, and wellness, I've noticed that operating under the dictum "should" is not always good for us in the long run, and practicing the principle of Unmoving Observation can help us ease up.
Often times, when we lighten up and let life be more dynamic and less static, surprising things can happen!
Case in point: My best friend was telling me about a phase her toddler went through where she became obsessed with eating dirt. Now this friend is very much a "live and let live" sort of person, but she was becoming very concerned with her daughter's latest culinary choice; on top of that, she was frustrated that her child was resisting her requests to stop. She described how she was almost observing herself as she would a stranger, aggressively washing her daughter's mouth out, and feeling surprising and unexpected levels of anger at the situation.
Ultimately, she decided there had to be another way. She had the dirt in her yard tested for toxins (came up negative), and decided to go ahead and let her daughter eat the dirt. She made a shift in her mind from resistance to allowance, and before she knew it, the little girl no longer had an interest in eating dirt and she happily (and healthfully) moved on to the next phase of toddlerhood.
All of this is to say that your body's intelligence will tell you what it needs. Sometimes what we need is indeed a good stretch, a long walk, a big salad, or a nap. And sometimes, we need something that is not necessarily what we would consider "healthy", like a late night out with friends, skipping our workout and resting, a delicious dessert, or dirt!
Living healthfully is not about depriving, but about listening to our body's needs in a way that is open-minded, compassionate, and creative. Because what you truly need is not always what the experts recommend...what you truly need is between you and your body, and the best way to find that is through observation.
Often times, when we lighten up and let life be more dynamic and less static, surprising things can happen!
Case in point: My best friend was telling me about a phase her toddler went through where she became obsessed with eating dirt. Now this friend is very much a "live and let live" sort of person, but she was becoming very concerned with her daughter's latest culinary choice; on top of that, she was frustrated that her child was resisting her requests to stop. She described how she was almost observing herself as she would a stranger, aggressively washing her daughter's mouth out, and feeling surprising and unexpected levels of anger at the situation.
Ultimately, she decided there had to be another way. She had the dirt in her yard tested for toxins (came up negative), and decided to go ahead and let her daughter eat the dirt. She made a shift in her mind from resistance to allowance, and before she knew it, the little girl no longer had an interest in eating dirt and she happily (and healthfully) moved on to the next phase of toddlerhood.
All of this is to say that your body's intelligence will tell you what it needs. Sometimes what we need is indeed a good stretch, a long walk, a big salad, or a nap. And sometimes, we need something that is not necessarily what we would consider "healthy", like a late night out with friends, skipping our workout and resting, a delicious dessert, or dirt!
Living healthfully is not about depriving, but about listening to our body's needs in a way that is open-minded, compassionate, and creative. Because what you truly need is not always what the experts recommend...what you truly need is between you and your body, and the best way to find that is through observation.