Flannel Shirts Plus Sizes

Finding flannel shirts in plus sizes may not be as easy as you were hoping. After all, many women end up buying their chilly weather shirts in the men’s section. But you can find stylish, feminine flannels in your size with a little effort.

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Flannel Shirt Style and Fit

Contrary to what you may think, picking up a flannel shirt that is too big will only make you look bigger—not cover up the flaws you think you are hiding. Wearing the appropriate size, whatever it may be, is essential in keeping your full figure dressed in a modern way, versus looking like a throwback to the oversized ‘90’s grunge look in flannels that cover your curves.

Flannel shirts from the men’s department might fit your waist, but exactly what kind of fit are you getting? Men’s shirts tend to be cut boxier and straighter than women’s and have larger shoulders. Shirttails that hang down to your knees with shoulder seams halfway down your arms will look silly, not slimming. These style features in women’s plus size flannel tops will help you look your best:

• Adjustable cuff sleeves
• Dart seaming from the bust down
• Nipped waist
• Feminine colors
• Banded collar (to lengthen neckline)
• Deep v-neck

Avoid wearing a flannel shirt with Capri leggings. This look is often associated with the 1980’s, or worse—maternity clothing. If this look is comfortable for you, don it for lounging around the house while you relax.

Just because you are a bigger gal does not mean you have to hide in oversized flannels for the fall family hayride or hike. Wearing the right style of flannel will enhance, not hide, your curves.

Flannel Shirts in Plus Sizes Outfits

Outfits for a variety of fall and winter activities can be created with flannel shirts as a base piece. Consider the following outfits:

• Casual Work: Pair a plain navy or tan flannel underneath a cable knit sweater. Add flat-front khaki pants and simple jewelry for a chilly Friday at the office.
• Shopping Trip: Start the holiday shopping early and avoid dragging a heavy winter jacket by creating a layered look. Wear a short-sleeved t-shirt underneath your favorite flannel shirt. Leave the ends untucked and visible at the bottom of a plus size fleece pullover. Pull on your favorite jeans and comfy shoes, leaving the bulky coat in the closet.
• Informal Dinner with Friends: Pair your flannel shirt with a trendy t-shirt, leaving the flannel unbuttoned. Add your hip straight leg jeans and a pair of heeled boots. Complete the look with some big hoop earrings and flashy makeup to rock a dinner at your local bar and grill.
• Outdoor Adventures: Hit the trails wearing a flannel shirt over a ribbed Henley. Rugged corduroy pants and hiking boots help keep you warm and protected from the elements.
• Holiday Attire: Make a statement in a snazzy red and green flannel shirt underneath your favorite holiday sweatshirt. Pair it with cargo pants and ornamental earrings.
• Cowboy Up: A plaid flannel top with western plus size jeans is perfect for line dancing or watching a rodeo. Finish your cowboy look with a hat and boots.

Flannel shirts in plus sizes are a great alternative to a jacket on cool spring evenings. Toss it on over a white sundress for a country night on the porch in early spring weather.

Places to Shop

Look for fall and winter clothing to hit your favorite specialty boutique and department stores mid to late summer. But for the best savings, shop the clearance sales in the spring for classic flannel shirts to wear the next season. Online shopping offers year-round fashions at retailers like:

• OneStopPlus.com
• Blair
• Cabela’s

Fashionable flannels can be found at boutiques, while more sturdy outdoor work clothing is usually available from farm and home stores and sporting shops. Shop according to the event where you plan to wear your plus size flannel shirt..

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