While not widespread until the last 10 years, plus size models have been part of the fashion industry since the 1940's. An industry-wide prejudice against plus size consumers has generally worked to keep them out of the majority, but the incredible expansion of the internet and catalog advertising in recent years has brought them into the mainstream. As an illustration, Lane Bryant, a plus size designer who has been around since the 1920's, is...
Just because you wear a larger size doesn't mean you don't deserve to wear attractive, well-fitting clothing! Check out your area big and tall store for the plus-sized clothing designed especially for your needs.Whether you're tired of never finding your size or sick of the low quality plus-sized clothing offered by chain stores, shopping can be a huge hassle when you're looking for larger clothing. But it doesn't have to be. Visit any of your...
The Plus Size Clothing StereotypeLet's face it, when you think of the words 'plus size dresses', what springs to mind first? For me, I often form a mental picture of a large woman wearing a dress similar to a tent that's covered in a floral pattern. This screams stereotype, I know, however based on my own findings it's really quite difficult to find plus size dresses that fit well and are actually stylish. There is something currently...
As a nation, we are growing larger, our waistlines are expanding, and we are getting taller. However, fashion has yet to catch up fully, and many designers do not cater for the plus-size figure. For some women, clothing and style have become a nightmare, they have no idea where to shop for that must have plus size dress, or that perfect pair of plus size trousers. The fact remains that many of the world designers have yet to cotton on to the...
Do you have larger calves than the "average" woman? This should not keep you from wearing stylish footwear in the form of knee-high of mid-calf boots. If you have attempted to purchase standard boots from your local retailer, one of two things probably happened. You either put up with the discomfort of wearing them and the fact that your skin appeared the bulge over the top of the boot or you simply failed to get the zipper all the way up and...
While not widespread until the last 10 years, plus size models have been part of the fashion industry since the 1940's. An industry-wide prejudice against plus size consumers has generally worked to keep them out of the majority, but the incredible expansion of the internet and catalog advertising in recent years has brought them into the mainstream. As an illustration, Lane Bryant, a plus size designer who has been around since the 1920's, is...