The Top 5 Secrets Every Full-Figured Woman Needs to Know About Lingerie
Author: Jacquie Cattanach
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3. Less is More
When it comes to color, keep it simple. A monochromatic look will do
wonders to help elongate the bodyline and slim your proportions. In
other words, keep the pieces that you wear at any one time as close
to the same color as possible. Which shades work best? Dark tones
such as navy, burgundy, brown or black will give you a more slender
appearance. Another great rule of thumb is to choose colors that
flatter your complexion.
It is wise to be cautious of
patterns. Some smaller, more discreet prints may add to an outfit,
but larger designs have a tendency to “clutter” or look different
when they drape over problem areas you may be want to conceal. This
has the unfortunate result of drawing the eye directly where you do
not want it to go! If you have a personality that must express
yourself with multiple colors or styles, a great way to spice up
your wardrobe can come from adding on a couple of flashy,
attention-getting accessories.
4. Bigger isn’t Always Better
One of the biggest misconceptions that many full-figured women have
is the notion that choosing larger sizes will hide unsightly bulges
and ultimately make them look slimmer. In reality, a shapeless,
ill-fitting piece will not define anything, either good or bad, and
will make your body appear much less attractive than you would look
in clothes more suited to your accurate size. It’s fine to shy away
from body conscious items. Lingerie pieces should be a natural
reflection of your personality. If you have a conservative
personality, wearing longer gowns or adding layers to your look will
enhance your beauty and allow you to feel sexy without having to
bare all. Should you have a more playful, flirty nature, the sky is
the limit! Plus-sized lingerie includes stunning camisoles with
delicate embroidery, frilly boyshorts that provide excellent
coverage while exuding a youthful, sexy vibe, and buttery soft satin
chemises that feel utterly luxurious against the skin. It is always
best to try on lingerie before you buy, in order to make sure you
will have the best fit possible. But if you are in a time-crunch or
browsing over the internet, the best bet is to stick to your true
clothing size.
5. Stores are Just the Tip of the Iceberg
Did you know that many retailers who do not display clothing over
size 12 or 14 often have the exact same styles in larger sizes on
their websites? If you spot a piece of lingerie that you just like
but it isn’t in stock, try to find it online. The internet is such a
good resource for plus-sized women that countless businesses have
opened their virtual stores and specialize in nothing but
full-figured lingerie. With a click of the mouse, you can delight in
finding an elegant slip or searching anonymously for something more
risqué. Many of these websites offer a multitude of styles for every
mood or occasion, and most provide detailed size charts so that you
can feel confident in ordering the correct sized garment. Not only
do you not have to cope with impossibly thin sales associates, but
you can have the freedom to shop from your home, purchase in privacy
and even, in many cases, have your items shipped in generic brown
boxes so the postman will be none the wiser.
What you wear closest to your
skin should delight and comfort you, and deliver a knockout punch to
those worthy enough to witness such unmentionables. The secrets to
looking great in lingerie serve to enhance not only your outer
curves, but allow your inner beauty to filter through as well.
According to Wilhela Cushman, beloved fashion writer, “Just around
the corner in every woman's mind - is a lovely dress, a wonderful
suit, or entire costume which will make an enchanting new creature
of her.”
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