The Essential Undergarments for the Plus Size Gal
As you stand looking in the full length mirror before heading out the door for work or a night out, what do you take notice of? It is how your hair looks, whether your blouse lies flat or whether or not you have a run in your pantyhose? While all those things are important to your overall appearance, many women forget that the foundation for every good outfit is their undergarments.
Not sure if you are technically plus size or not? If you wear a size 14 or above, then you qualify as a full-fledged plus size figure. Unless you live in the UK""plus size is defined as size 16 and above there. Curvy girls used to really suffer in the lingerie department, but that has changed in recent years. Plus size women can enjoy all the kinds of lingerie that other sizes do!
For the plus size woman or any woman really, having some nice bra and panty sets is essential. Having the right lingerie makes your clothing look better. Buy pieces that fit right. How they are styled is for your preference. You might like wear neutral colors or pastels. That is up to you and the color and type of clothing you will be wearing. Choosing a variety of colors and fabrics means you will always have the right choice ready. Underwear is washed more frequently, so buy more than one pair to match your bra is you prefer to wear matching sets.
An important part of your lingerie wardrobe is a seamless bra and panty. There are many styles of panties available such as thongs, bikinis or briefs. Some women have not liked wearing thongs because they have been uncomfortable. Today there are thongs available that are great to wear and offer you comfort. Maybe you want a few pairs of thongs to save for those days when you want to feel especially alluring. Perhaps your sweetheart thinks you are sexy in a pair of thongs!
Camisoles (or camis for short) are a most versatile aspect of a plus size woman's lingerie wardrobe. Camis can be worn with half slips when you are planning on wearing a dress or they can be worn underneath a blouse for extra coverage. Camis are versatile enough to be worn under a jacket for a night out on the town. Own more than one camisole at once. The best colors to outfit your wardrobe with to start include beige, black and white.
Don't ever neglect the importance of the right hosiery. Keep basics in your closet like black opaque, nude fishnet, and black fishnet. For going out in the evening, you should also have some sheer hosiery in your dresser. At least a nude sheer and a black sheer will be indispensable for dressing up at night.
Andrea writes about Plus Size Clothing. Visit us for plus size deals on Plus Size Lingerie at http://plus-size.discountsonline.com
Published March 18th, 2008
