The thought of wearing a pair of womens plus size shorts used to be enough to give me a very bad headache. In fact even pictures of scrawny models, sliding into their denim shorts sent me straight to the fridge for a giant bowl of ice cream. But no more, finally there is an answer for the plus size women when it comes to summertime wear.
Leave the wide breathable long pants and floor length skirts to the moths in the wardrobe, plus size clothing designers have heard our cries. Gone are the days when the swimwear store only stocked 3 plus size swimsuits in the entire store, all designed for your grandmother. Gone are the days when curvy plus size women were expected to cover up from head to toe.
We can now wear shorts and short skits because finally we have our own designers. Lets have a look at how we can get the most from our plus size liberation.
The biggest difference between larger sizes and sizes designed for plus size women is that a larger sizes is just and increase of size, whereas a plus size design will have special alterations made to make the clothing fit more comfortable and fit perfectly. Armholes for dress shirts are bigger and there are more ease over the shoulders. Trousers for example also have a wider cut over the thigh and is not just wider around the hips.
A great pair of plus size shorts will be wider around the hips, this rule also goes for pants and dresses. You should try to find a pair that hits slightly above the knees and around mid thigh. A nice flat from with clean lines will always look great.
On knit pants and dress pants an elastic waistband will not only be the most comfortable fit, but also help to keep them from binding at the waist. A big no-no however is elastic sleeves.
You can now look forward to the warmer summer weather without wondering what to wear. A nice t-shirt and flats with a great pair of shorts will see you enjoy this time of year like everyone else.
More importantly, have fun while shopping for your womens plus size shorts and other clothes. Your pleasure in the choices you make will show when you wear your new outfit with a head held high and a dazzling smile on your face.