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Apparently at Calvin Klein, size 10 is “plus size.” But too-thin-for-plus models aren’t the only struggles plus size women go through. From shorts that ride up to buttons that never close, these are the struggles that only plus size women can understand.
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Finding Something Fashionable
Plus-size fashion is cool if you’re looking for staples. But if the style is fresh off the runway, you’ll have a better chance of finding it in the petite section. Which is why plus size women make better-than-average personal stylists.
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Beige, Black and Tan Bras
…with straps nearly wider than you’re shoulders. They’re all you’ll find over a C cup unless you’re ready to invest some serious bucks. At least someone bothered to explain why…
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Swimsuit Season
So stressful. And why is any suit over a size 12 suddenly $200?
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Shopping With Skinny Friends
“Oh you want to stop at Zara? I’ll be over here checking out the jewelry.”
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Fashion Models
Calvin Klein has made it a point to say that they never claimed Myla Delbesio is officially “plus size” (they call their line that caters to the needs of “different women” Perfectly Fit).
Well no matter what you call her, plus size women still can’t tell what her outfit will look like on if she doesn’t have the hips, bust, belly or thighs that are supposed to fill out her plus size garment.
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Plus Size Prices
You clicked on it because of the price tag, but once you put in your size, the bill is so much more. How can a few extra inches of fabric cost that much?
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Too Much Lycra
Does all plus-size fashion have to be some kind of spandex? Plus size women need construction too.
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Buttons
Button gaps are a staple of plus-size fashion. Those little fasteners just aren’t great at handling curves.
Sure you can buy it larger and tailor it down to fit, but who’s going to invest that extra cash for something they snagged off the sale rack?
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The Word Plus Size
Why push people into categories in the first place? Tyra banks has been fighting to get the term banned and we’re on board.
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Plus Size Store Names
Lane Bryant is cool, but Making It Big? Or Big Beauty Clothing? Pass.
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Nothing Is Ever The Same Size
Where is it written that XL must be different in every store?Get ready to order it in two sizes and return at least one.
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Shapeless Shirts
The top part is sinking between your boobs. The bottom is draped to make you look pregnant. Welcome to plus size’s staple shape.
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Everything About Shorts
They just don’t cut them for plus size bodies. They get friction damage around the in seam, constantly ride up (showing off the friction damage on your thighs), bunch in strange places and almost always require a long t-shirt to help you cover up.
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Busy Patterns Galore
So many colors, patterns and a ridiculous amount of animal print. Time to do your plus size shopping online.
