About Plus Size Lingerie
No matter what your body shape, there are many options for attractive and flattering plus size lingerie. Plus size lingerie is available in comfortable cotton for everyday wear. It's also available in silk and lace for special occasions. Plus sized bras, panties, body shapers, and hosiery are designed to enhance curves while hiding troublesome areas, such as the tummy or thighs. Knowing your bra size is helpful when shopping for plus size lingerie, although it's not absolutely necessary.
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Size
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Bras, panties, garter belts, body shapers, hosiery, and camisoles can all be found in plus sized lingerie stores. Before shopping for plus sized lingerie, take measurements of your bust and determine what size of bra you should be using. Determining your bra size involves taking measurements of both cup size and the widest part of your chest. You will find a link in our Resources section for help in making an easy determination of bra size.
Underwear
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Plus size underwear comes in several different fits. Full cut underwear provides the best coverage and support, as it provides coverage up to the belly button. Full cut plus size underwear comes in supportive fabrics that will help minimize the size of your stomach area. Bikini cut underwear is cut just below the stomach. This type of underwear doesn't provide any tummy support, but it does make the torso look longer. Plus size underwear is also available in a thong cut or a boy cut short. One advantage of a thong is that it eliminates unsightly panty lines under tight fitting pants or skirts.
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Bras
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Plus sized bras usually start at 38B and go up from there. When choosing a plus sized bra, consider what its main function will be. If you're looking for a bra to wear around the house or in bed, you won't need much support and can choose any bra that suits your style. If you're looking for a bra to wear under your work clothes or for everyday wear, there are several things to consider. First, choose a bra in a nude skin-toned color. Choosing a nude color will make it unlikely that your bra will be seen through your shirt. Look for bras with a strong under wire support system. If you need a slight lift, minimizing bras are quite comfortable and can reduce your bust size by a size. Minimizing bras also lift the bust line up by half an inch or more.
Body Shapers
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Body shapers work to smooth the thigh, tummy, and bust area to create a smooth shape under a dress. Some body shapers are strapless while others come with removable straps. Body shapers eliminate panty and bra lines and can even make the tummy and butt areas look smaller.
Hosiery
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Hosiery, which is often called a pair of pantyhose, is available in lace, sheer, fishnet, or mesh materials. Hosiery can provide toe-to-top coverage or you can opt for thigh highs or stockings. Some hosiery has a control top that can help minimize problem areas and enhance curves.
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