Ladies, before you get angry, know that I've got more than enough weight on my bones to take this advice to heart. F-A-T is not a four-letter word. It doesn't have to be permanent either. Whether you're in the process of losing weight or you've embraced your bigger body shape, you still need clothes to wear.
Fall is quickly approaching, and I'm sharing a few tips for larger ladies that I've gleaned during my clothes shopping forays. I hope they're of some benefit. If I get enough likes, I'll make more Fat Girl Fashion posts. Otherwise, check out my Pinterest board, Short & Fat, for looks that work and other tips.
Fall Fat Fashion Tip #1
Aim for Ankle Boots
Photo: Fashion Trend
I know knee-high boots are hot as hell, but not when they're 40 inches around. I'm sorry ladies, but certain looks just do not look the best when they're super-sized, but that doesn't mean you have to go completely without. Bitchin' boots for big girls (especially short and stout girls like me) shouldn't rise anywhere near the knee.
Not only do the boots themselves look extra big, but they work against the illusions you can use to create a taller, more slender physique.
Just look at this sexy bitch right here:
Photo: Natalie Craig
Or here:
Photo: PlusSizeAll
Or here:
Photo: Glam Radar
Or here, ay ay ay:
Photo: Juromano.com
Remember this ladies.
"When you're fat, ankles boots is where it's at."
Fall Fat Fashion Tip #2
Stick to Oversized Accessories
Oversized scarves, jewelry and bags are a boon to your style. That's especially true for big girls. Your accessories should be in proportion to your body size. A teeny tiny necklace is going to look extra teeny tiny on you. They draw attention to you instead of to themselves, and that's always a bad thing. Big jewelry doesn't have to be tacky either.
Look at this subtle ensemble:
Photo: Ashley Stewart
Big hoops, big chains. You're not stuck wearing a bulky scarf, if that's not your thing, but scarves are BIG this season.
Fall Fat Fashion Tip #3
Hem in Those Hem Lines
What is the deal with sweaters, coats, ponchos, vests and other outer layers that are much shorter or longer than your shirt or dress? They may work for some waify hippy somewhere, but you are not that chic! On a big girl, these mistakes mess with your silhouette. Instead of looking sexy, we big girls wind up looking larger than we really are-- or worse, sloppy, a look that plays into stereotypes that overweight women are lazy. We ALLLLL know that's not true, so do the rest of us a favor and make sure your hemlines match.
Think you're the exception?
Think again:
Photo: Society +
And once again:
Photo: Iconosquare.com
Annnnd again:
Photo: Ashley Stewart
Compare this to an outer layer of appropriate size:
Photo: Society+
YOWZA! (With ankle boots, that would be a season favorite.)
A classic blazer:
Relaxed in leather:
Photo: Lane Bryant
I'm not a fashion expert, but I do have an eye for trends that work -- and those that don't. I know too there really are exceptions to every rule, and I hope I haven't hurt any feelings. Women of every size should feel secure in their beauty, and it matters much more what you do with your life than what you choose to wear. That said, I know my fashion choices are harder now that I'm overweight. These tips have worked for me. I hope they work for you!
What do YOU think are the best looks for big beauties this fall? Make sure to comment with your own advice. Thanks for stopping by!