The Plus Size Thread - All are welcome!

miserylovescompany · 03-12-2004

Um, second post? If I'm doing something wrong, just let me know.

I'm not fat, but I suppose in the fashion world I'd be considered a big girl. I am 5'5 and a size 7/8 in most Jeans...about 130 lbs. My legs are my major problem. They aren't REALLY big, but I'm VERY pale in general. I know girls bigger than me..with bigger legs/thighs who just pull off skirts much better because the darker skin is slimming. Could anyone suggest a good length/cut for bigger legs/calves? Also, a good brand of jeans which minimize the thighs. Shoes that will make my legs look nicer...?

I'm going to NYC this coming Saturday, (because no way am I going to find any nice brand name clothing in Nowhere, Pa.)so if anyone could suggest any places to shop with a modest budget. I work at Kmart...and I'll be going on about $400 and have some gifts to buy yet...

Thanks in advance.

Emmy

Luna · 03-12-2004

Skirts that hit at or just below the knee would be best IMO..

I hate buying jeans.. maybe someone else can help with that.

Hit H&M for some skirts.

tiffany · 03-12-2004

definitely suggest skirts that end just below the knee, they're very flattering and wonderfully classy

maybe something like this? perry ellis resort fall04

purplelucrezia · 03-12-2004

I was actually just reading an article the other day from a group here, called "Pretty, Porky and Pissed Off." It's a bunch of activitist young women who are seeking the promotion of a more varied body type within our culture, and simply having a lot of fun, regardless of your sizing. I'm not sure whether you fit into that completely yourself but it did get me thinking... I can't find you that much right now, since I'm heading to bed, but I will definitely make a search for something fabulous tomorrow afternoon!

Aurora · 04-12-2004

Hey hun,
I dont think that pale is your problem, your white legs will look killer in some nylons, fishnets or textured/patterened tights (which is great for winter, but you'll look fine bare legged, aint no shame!), a slender heel, and an a-line skirt preferably to the knee or an inch or two longer. Hope that helps! Best of luck to you im sure your beautiful.

**Meg** · 04-12-2004

I don't think that you'd be considered a 'big girl' as you aren't plus sized. I think with these sorts of things it's just trial and error. try on different lengths and fabrics and see what works best for you and your strenghts and weaknesses

miserylovescompany · 04-12-2004

Thanks for all of your suggestions! Wish me luck with shopping in NYC!

Emily

PS: I'll post some pics once I get the pic thing down pat!

miserylovescompany · 04-12-2004

Addendum: What would be the appropriate board to post pictures of things I have or would like to have/would put together just to gvie people an idea of my sense of styleand get some opinions on what everything looks like together...?

Emily

Luna · 04-12-2004

Yes.. A-line skirts

SanDiego · 28-04-2005

Mkay We have been neglected long enough!!!someone eventually had to do it, so let me have the pleasure.

I want to see if anyone knows of any CUTE plus size designers, websites, etc...
Post your opinions and pics here. and no GRANDMA stuff...

SanDiego · 28-04-2005

I think this dress is cute

from www.torrid.com

brian · 28-04-2005

Quote:

Originally Posted by SanDiego

Mkay We have been neglected long enough!!!someone eventually had to do it, so let me have the pleasure.

babybluegirl · 28-04-2005

where i'm from i'm considered fat...blame it on asians who have stick insect figures...

in any case, when i'm in the states i buy from old navy and the gap.

www.dorothyperkins.co.uk also has nice stuff. i can only buy from imported brands since the local stuff's XL is like XL for kids. don't they realize that bigger people have money too?

softgrey · 28-04-2005

what a great idea for a thread...!!...

that dress you posted is great san diego!!...

h&m does plus sizes...maybe they're cute...and affordable too...
lane bryant always seems to have some good stuff too...

Luna · 28-04-2005

Torrid is a new store I've seen pop up in malls.. very cute stuff! I go in there and look for tops.. since the junior sizes don't fit my stupid chest.

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SanDiego backstage pass Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego, CA Gender: femme Posts: 751	The Plus Size Thread - All are welcome! Mkay We have been neglected long enough!!!someone eventually had to do it, so let me have the pleasure. I want to see if anyone knows of any CUTE plus size designers, websites, etc... Post your opinions and pics here. and no GRANDMA stuff... __________________ "Nothing will work unless you do" -Maya Angelou www.styleisagift.com www.myspace.com/styleisagift Last edited by SanDiego; 28-04-2005 at 07:58 PM.

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SanDiego backstage pass Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego, CA Gender: femme Posts: 751	I think this dress is cute from www.torrid.com __________________ "Nothing will work unless you do" -Maya Angelou www.styleisagift.com www.myspace.com/styleisagift Last edited by SanDiego; 28-04-2005 at 08:01 PM.

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softgrey flaunt the imperfection.. Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: downtown... Gender: femme Posts: 49,978	what a great idea for a thread...!!... that dress you posted is great san diego!!... h&m does plus sizes...maybe they're cute...and affordable too... lane bryant always seems to have some good stuff too... __________________ "It is not money that makes you well dressed: it is understanding." ChristianDior

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Luna Your pm box is full buggy Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: the world Gender: femme Posts: 9,821	Torrid is a new store I've seen pop up in malls.. very cute stuff! I go in there and look for tops.. since the junior sizes don't fit my stupid chest. __________________ ...and I will be strong even when it all goes wrong.

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miserylovescompany front row Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 275	Um, second post? If I'm doing something wrong, just let me know. I'm not fat, but I suppose in the fashion world I'd be considered a big girl. I am 5'5 and a size 7/8 in most Jeans...about 130 lbs. My legs are my major problem. They aren't REALLY big, but I'm VERY pale in general. I know girls bigger than me..with bigger legs/thighs who just pull off skirts much better because the darker skin is slimming. Could anyone suggest a good length/cut for bigger legs/calves? Also, a good brand of jeans which minimize the thighs. Shoes that will make my legs look nicer...? I'm going to NYC this coming Saturday, (because no way am I going to find any nice brand name clothing in Nowhere, Pa.)so if anyone could suggest any places to shop with a modest budget. I work at Kmart...and I'll be going on about $400 and have some gifts to buy yet... Thanks in advance. Emmy

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purplelucrezia V.I.P. Join Date: Dec 2003 Gender: femme Posts: 15,792	I was actually just reading an article the other day from a group here, called "Pretty, Porky and Pissed Off." It's a bunch of activitist young women who are seeking the promotion of a more varied body type within our culture, and simply having a lot of fun, regardless of your sizing. I'm not sure whether you fit into that completely yourself but it did get me thinking... I can't find you that much right now, since I'm heading to bed, but I will definitely make a search for something fabulous tomorrow afternoon! __________________ (\_/) (O.o) (> <) This is Bunny. Copy Bunny into your signature to help him on his way to world domination.

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Aurora windowshopping Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: california Posts: 28	Hey hun, I dont think that pale is your problem, your white legs will look killer in some nylons, fishnets or textured/patterened tights (which is great for winter, but you'll look fine bare legged, aint no shame!), a slender heel, and an a-line skirt preferably to the knee or an inch or two longer. Hope that helps! Best of luck to you im sure your beautiful.

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Meg inspired contemplation Mod Squad Leader Join Date: May 2003 Location: London by way of North America Gender: femme Posts: 17,056	I don't think that you'd be considered a 'big girl' as you aren't plus sized. I think with these sorts of things it's just trial and error. try on different lengths and fabrics and see what works best for you and your strenghts and weaknesses

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Luna Your pm box is full buggy Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: the world Gender: femme Posts: 9,821	Yes.. A-line skirts __________________ ...and I will be strong even when it all goes wrong.

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babybluegirl rising star Join Date: Mar 2005 Gender: femme Posts: 166	where i'm from i'm considered fat...blame it on asians who have stick insect figures... in any case, when i'm in the states i buy from old navy and the gap. www.dorothyperkins.co.uk also has nice stuff. i can only buy from imported brands since the local stuff's XL is like XL for kids. don't they realize that bigger people have money too?

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