| Black used to be the color of choice for plus size | | | | new v-neck looks. Make sure that you choose |
| women, but no more. Voluptuous women don't | | | | accessories that draw attention to your face. Fun |
| need to be afraid of bright colors and silky fabrics, | | | | earrings and chunky necklaces will do the trick. |
| as long as a few rules are followed. | | | | * De-emphasize the parts of your body that are |
| * If you're wearing a one-piece dress, go for a | | | | in "transition". All-in-ones (great shapers) or |
| solid color and accessorize it with coordinating | | | | control-top pantyhose help smooth out any look. |
| jewelry. If you want to add a second color, make | | | | If your upper arms are not what you'd like them |
| it a jacket or a long blousy shirt. And mix | | | | to be, go ahead and pick a sleeveless blouse, but |
| textures. A wool dress and a tweedy jacket look | | | | cover yourself with a gauzy wrap or colorful |
| terrific together. | | | | jacket. |
| * When selecting fabrics, choose soft and flowing, | | | | * If you are petite, smaller is better. Don't choose |
| rather than clingy. Don't make the mistake of | | | | clothing with large pockets or bold prints. Choose |
| wearing baggy clothes, thinking they will make | | | | shoes with heels, the higher the better. Opt for a |
| you look thinner. Look for great choices that | | | | smaller bag in rich colors or designer earrings that |
| accentuate the positive! | | | | nestle against your ear. When selecting any |
| * Stripes should usually be avoided, but if stripes | | | | accessory, make sure it fits your size. |
| are present, make sure they're vertical. If you | | | | * Go with the flow. Choose looks that accentuate |
| have a blouse that sports horizontal stripes, throw | | | | your length. A chunky belt will draw attention to |
| a coordinating wrap over your shoulders to add | | | | your midsection, so if your outfit is belted, add a |
| flair and minimize the stripes. | | | | warm jacket that will bring the eye down from |
| * Blazers or cardigan sweaters look best | | | | the waist. Also look for skirts that are longer, |
| unbuttoned. It creates a visually-appealing vertical | | | | rather than wider, for a wonderful slimming look. |
| line. And adding shoulder pads to knit tops and | | | | Millions of women get up every day and reach for |
| sweaters will make you look much more polished. | | | | clothes that do nothing for their plus size, |
| * Focus on emphasizing your best features. If | | | | voluptuous bodies. Change all that by seeking out |
| you've got terrific legs, show them off with linen | | | | retailers who specialize in catering to this growing |
| shorts in a sherbet color, or choose a knee-length | | | | market. Don't be afraid to try a new color or |
| skirt that falls softly over your thighs. If you have | | | | style. Be you. Be big. Be beautiful. |
| a wonderful neck, choose some of the exciting | | | | |