If you're a plus sized woman, you're probably used to the dilemma of finding flattering women's apparel in plus sizes. For many years, the choices were few and far between, and less than fashionable. With plus size clothing a growing trend, you'll now find:
1. Companies that manufacture specifically for plus size women.
2. Plus size clothing in a generous offering of sizes.
3. A good selection of plus size suits, business casual and even plus size lingerie.
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Look for retailers that specialize in women's apparel for plus sizes
Retailers that focus primarily on plus size clothes understand that plus size women have special needs, and don't want to sacrifice fit for fashion. They not only need clothing that fits right, but also flatters a plus size woman.
I recommend: Jessica London is an online retailer for plus size women's clothing. They carry an excellent selection of styles from different manufacturers. The website allows you to search specific terms, such as "blue blouse," and includes a Fashion Glossary to help you interpret the latest fashions for plus size women.
Generous Fashions makes flattery a fine art. You'll find flowing fabrics and gorgeous textiles at this online retailer that specializes in 1X-5X plus sizes.
Choose plus size apparel that matches your business smarts
You want to look like a professional, because you are a professional. But it can be hard to find plus size suits and dresses that fit in in an office environment.
I recommend: Just My Size gives you plenty of stylish business options, including plus size skirts, pants, tops and blazers. Take advantage of their "Shop by Shape" feature that allows you to browse the clothing selection by body type. Just My Size also offers extended sizes in 5X-6X.
JC Penney has reasonable prices on suiting options for plus size professionals.
Perfectly Shaped World helps you locate retailers that sell women's plus size business suits. Find a plus size dress at
Torrid.
What's underneath is important for plus size women
Finding women's apparel for plus sizes can be difficult enough. You know it's even tougher to find plus size lingerie that fits well and makes you feel beautiful.
I recommend: Take a look at
Lane Bryants's Cacique line of lingerie. You know the name that has been a top name in women's plus size clothing for many years. Now try out their line of lingerie. Cacique offers intimate sizes in 12-28. Find a plus size bra in 36C-48DDD, F, G, and H cups. Be sure to take a look at their
fit guide for the best fitting bra.
Silhouettes carries plus size clothing for women, as well as plus size lingerie.
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