How to Dress a Plus-Sized Figure in Spring

As you shake off the doldrums of winter, think fun and flirty for the spring. You can finally put away the sweaters, get a pedicure and dress in bright colors. Follow these steps to assemble a great looking wardrobe this spring.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Bare the arms in a wide-strapped tank top. Choose shirts with straps that are at least 1 inch wide to add balance to your proportions.

2. Add color to your wardrobe. You may think that you're disguising your weight by wearing black. That's not the case. In fact, you may be emphasizing it. A splash of color is what you need around your face to bring out your complexion, hair and eye color.

3. Buy wrap dresses for a figure-flattering look. Whether they're true wrap dresses or faux wrap, the will emphasize your body in all the right places. The deep V brings the eyes upward. The flirty skirt doesn't hug your problem areas.

4. Go for a bra fitting. A proper fit will make a huge difference in the way your clothing hugs your body.

5. Get shirts with embellishments along the neckline. They may have beading or sequins or even an attached scarf. All of these get the attention off your problem areas.

6. Choose a great accessory. Add a necklace, earrings, purse or bracelet that stands out and truly enhances your outfit.

7. Step into heels that are at least 1 inch high. They will make your legs look longer which, in turn, makes you appear thinner.

Tips & Warnings

• Buy clothes that fit. If they don't, they'll be unflattering.
• Don't wear shapeless, oversize clothing. It just makes you appear larger.
• Never wear horizontal stripes.
• Avoid capri or tapered leg pants. They'll make you appear top-heavy.
• Never wear huge prints.

Resources

• Tips for plus-sized women
• Plus-size clothing apparel
• Buy clothes here
• Trendy plus-sized clothing