There is good news for us 'full-figured ladies' who dread shopping for clothing that just doesn't quite fit us, or that fits but looks like we are either wearing a sleeping bag or the tent we used on vacation.Designers have finally realised there is a huge market (no pun intended) out there for dresses beyond size twelve. Whether it's office attire or evening attire we are looking for, they can now be found at most of the more popular shops,...more
Evening dresses or evening gowns refers to the outfit a woman wears to attend any formal occasion towards the evening. It is akin to the formal suits that men wear for business meetings and other official events. These dresses were mainly worn by women during weddings, which were considered formal events, but with such events now permitting variation, the opportunity to be creative has found favour with a lot of women who try out different things...more
It is often said that a person's appearance does not reflect the character of that person in any way. However, you have to look presentable before the eyes of the other people in society. Not everyone can be slim, thin and elegant. For those who are not, plus size dresses are a blessing in disguise. You cannot be blamed if your hip size is a bit large. This may be because of your genetic makeup or a hormonal problem. The modern adage of "Big, Bold and Beautiful" holds good for everyone. You can change your appearance by a considerable degree with even the subtlest of changes to your dress.You should base your choice of dress on the shape or contour of your body. The human eye can be easily tricked by optical illusions. There is a simple way to appear slimmer than what you actually are. You should wear a long dress so that the horizontal coordinate appears shorter, and the eye of the observer is drawn to the length of the dress. In case you want to buy jeans, buy the ones with high waistlines. Low hip jeans may in vogue but they certainly will not help in making you appear slimmer. Another type of plus size clothing is the A-line category. You need to be absolutely sure of your bust...more
Dressing up is probably every woman's passion and while there may be those who prefer the more casual look, there would be times when the casual-wearing woman would have no choice but to comply to what the occasion is asking for - such as when there is a wedding or a formal function at work. Invitations to these events will specifically require...more
In every girl's life, going to the prom or any formal dance is one to truly look forward to. As little girls they used to wear their mother's beautiful dresses and paraded them all around the house. Slipping into a pair of high heels to feel tall and grown up; when the time comes for the real thing, the excitement is immeasurable. Every young woman...more
Everyone owns at least one evening dress that they can wear on any occasion. The evening dress that you buy must be extra-ordinary, and you should be the centre of attraction of the party that you go to. To purchase the right dress you need to spend time and decide on which dress will suit you the best. Choose an evening dress that gels with your personality, and makes you look classy and glamorous.There are several points that you need to consider when you buy an evening dress. Here are a few tips that will help you buy the right dress.a) Before you go out shopping, make sure you decide on the amount you want to spend on the dress. Once you have decided on your budget, choosing the right dress becomes much easier as you look at only those dresses that fall into your range. When you have a budget in mind you avoid overspending, and you can try getting the right dress at the right price.b) Make a list of stores that offer evening dresses which are within your budget. This will save you from the trouble of visiting all stores to find the right dress. Avoid exclusive designer stores if they are expensive and do not offer affordable dresses.c) There are many styles of evening dresses...more
Have you tried finding just the right winning lottery numbers? Isn't it a difficult task? Similarly finding a good plus size dress is not the easiest thing to do, but it certainly is well worth your efforts. Plus size clothing for women has evolved...more
When you receive an invitation to an evening party, you will automatically be tempted to spend a lot of time choosing the most appropriate dress for the evening. Most parties start at twilight and go on until midnight or even later. You need to...more
In today's age of consumerism, everything sells and it is up to the clever marketer to decide on how to package a particular product such that it is avidly bought by the masses. Not long ago, plus size dresses was a product category that did not get...more
Whether you are looking for your first prom dress, a party dress, or evening gown for a big date, the choices and selection are endless. Over the centuries style has changed, materials have improved tremendously, and fashion has dictated what should...more
When it comes to finding stylish clothing, those of us who are in the plus size range just do not seem to have the choices that those 'average' sized gals do. But, if it's any consolation at least, the 'average' has gone up in recent years. What...more
Previously, many large women found it difficult to get a simple plus size dress that they could wear to a party, or even for a simple get together. Today, times have changed and it is no longer difficult to find the right plus size dress. These...more