Plus Size Cotton Casual Wear

The Ease of Cotton

Cotton is a soft fabric, relatively inexpensive and can be fashioned into many garments. It’s no wonder so many people love to wear it. For full-figured women who are sometimes concerned about perspiration and making sure their clothing fits loosely without being unflattering, the breathability of cotton makes it a great choice for plus size fashions. While cotton clothing fits warmer weather perfectly, it can still be incorporated into winter wear, too. Cotton undergarments will keep the chill away for those who live in snowy climates, while cotton turtleneck sweaters and socks are enough to warm up those who live in more tropical areas.

Caring for Cotton

While you should check your garments’ care labels before washing and drying, many cotton clothing items can be easily cleaned in a washer and dryer. A little fabric softener or dryer sheets will add extra softness to your clothes. Some items may require ironing, but if you remove cotton clothes from the dryer as soon as the cycle ends, you can greatly cut down on wrinkles. All that may be needed is a little fluffing before folding and being put away.

Cotton Casual Wear

You’ll find just about any plus size apparel item in versatile cotton, including:

• Skirts
• Jeans
• Dresses
• Tops
• Shorts
• Nightwear

Where to Buy Plus Size Cotton Casual Wear

There are many retailers who offer comfortable cotton clothing for full-figured women. Here are some stores to check out:

• Junonia
• Rawganique
• Generous Fashions
• Lane Bryant
• Avenue
• Catherines
• Love Your Peaches
• Jessica London
• Roaman’s
• One Stop Plus
• Cherished Woman
• Zaftique

Plus Size Casual Style

With the availability of so many plus size cotton casual wear items, you should have no trouble building a comfortable wardrobe for all seasons:

• Rawganique offers organic cotton for anyone concerned about the environment. This relaxed hemp shirt is classic and can be paired with dress slacks, linen, denim and skirts.
• For a true work-of-art, a hand painted shirt in flowing cotton will drape you beautifully.
• A cotton/spandex combination will ensure that this sweetheart tunic fits you perfectly in all the right places.
• This tiered skirt would look as beautiful at a picnic as it would in the islands.
• Classic white shirts never go out of style. The tie sash allows you to accentuate your waist.
• A pretty tunic in your choice of four different colors would look great with a sleek pair of black slacks.
• Capri pants are perfect for summer. They can be less casual than shorts but still keep you cool.
• Bermuda shorts aren’t only for the islands. These versatile shorts are synonymous with summer.

Mix and Match

One of the best things about casual cotton separates is that you can mix and match items for a multitude of different looks. One top can be paired with a skirt this week, then with jeans next week and with capri pants the week after that. While neutral colors will pair effortlessly with each other, don’t be afraid of bright colors as well. Pink, turquoise, green, yellow and other vivid hues are perfect for summer weather.

Cotton is Comfortable

Whether you wear shorts, skirts, tops or jeans, cotton is the perfect casual wear fabric for all sizes, including full figured women who want to be casually chic. So wear it to the next picnic, date or weekend event you have planned. You’ll be as comfortable as you’ll be stylish.