Despite having a larger figure, women should still be able to dress nicely regardless of the occasion. Jackets can add great touches to pants, skirts or dresses in formal, business or casual situations. By choosing a great plus size jacket appropriate to your body size you can enhance your figure. The choice of the correct color for your skin tone can also make a difference.
When choosing a wardrobe one must consider the cut of the jacket. Plus sized women should avoid an unflattering, short and boxy cut. It is better to opt for a jacket that gives a slimming illusion. A jacket with shoulder pads will help to balance a plus sized figure while adding dimension.
Suits with straight lines are ideal for plus size women who have a straight "up and down" physique. For this type of figure, look for a long jacket that has sharp lapels that isn't too fitted in the waist. Plus sized women with a curvy physique will find a shorter jacket with rounded lines, curved lapel and fitted waist flattering for their body. A clinched jacket will accentuate and minimize the stomach.
Jackets should fall in the right place to be really flattering in your case. E.g. - should you have large bust - you may wish to avoid a jacket with a pockets on your bust line. Jackets which are cut simply with tapered waists are the best flattering cut for a plus-size girl with large bust.
Plus size women who have an ample rear and a small top, will find longer jackets that skim the hips to be most flattering. Avoid jackets that end right at the hips, as they will draw attention to the area you want to camouflage.
When plus size women are trying to achieve a look of proportion it is important to remember that while a long jacket can make a 5'6 woman look taller, it can overpower a shorter woman and make her look even shorter. Following tips for finding the best jackets for your weight and height will be helpful.
The hem of you jacket should not be at the widest part of your body. Try to go a little longer or shorter. If you jacket is long, your pants or skirt should be more narrow. Your jacket or skirt needs to be about 2/3 the length of your total outfit. Experiment and try long jackets over knee length skirts and short jackets over longer skirts.
Use scarves to add flair to your plus size jackets. A long scarf draped over the jacket will elongate your figure. Scarves draw the eye upward toward your face and are an excellent way to dress up any outfit with flair and individuality.
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