Plus Size Summer Tops

Styles of Plus Size Summer Tops

Plus size summer tops come in a variety of sizes, colors and designs. Where you are going and what you are doing will dictate what style you will want to wear. Summer tops can be dressy and formal, as well as cool and comfortable. They are versatile and can be worn to a business meeting and later on the same night to a club or out to dinner.

Natural fabrics, such as cotton, linen and silk, are your best choices to wear in hot weather. They keep your skin from getting too hot. Synthetic fibers do not allow your skin to breathe, therefore causing you to heat up more than you probably should or want to on a summer day. Also, stay away from dark colors, such as black or brown, as not only do they look dreary and boring, but dark colors absorb heat, which in turn will make you feel warmer. Stick with light or brightly colored tops.

At the Office

No one likes being stuck indoors on a beautiful, warm summer day, especially if the air conditioning is kept to a minimum or you spend time outdoors during lunch or after work. You need to find some tops that will not only lighten your spirit, but keep you feeling cool as well. If the dress code allows, wear some trendy and fashionable sleeveless tops. In an environment where business clothing is required, your choice of plus size summer tops can include:

• Cardigan sweater that can be easily paired with lacy camisole underneath and worn in a casual business environment or matched with a silky sleeveless tank in a more professional workplace
• French blouse with either short or cap sleeves
• Ruffle front blouse, which usually comes with a matching camisole and is lightweight enough to be worn on the hottest of summer days

Out on the Town

For an evening out on the town or for a formal event such as a summertime wedding or graduation, many of the same rules you would use to pick out a plus size top for work apply here as well; however, you can dress a little sexier and show a bit more skin than you would in the office. If you are planning a girls night out after work, a simple wardrobe change can turn you from career woman to party girl. Underneath that work cardigan can be a sexy and fun tank top. Just remove the sweater and add some chunky jewelery and you are ready for a good time. Other summer styles of tops that are perfect for a night out include:

• Baby doll tunic with either short or cap sleeves
• Halter top dressed up with belt or glitzy jewelery
• Low-cut ruffle or wrap blouses
• Banded bottom, either alone or with buckles, sleeveless tops in any trendy color
• Dressy tank tops

If you are attending a formal summer event such as an afternoon wedding or baptism, you can always wear a work top paired with a dressy skirt or dress pants. Change up your shoes and accessories from what you normally would wear to work and you have a whole new outfit.

At the Beach or Park

The best part about summer is spending time at the beach, park or anywhere else outdoors. And while you want to look and feel your best, you can let your guard down and definitely dress more casual. Since you will be outdoors, stick to lightweight clothing that will keep you cool while you are having fun. Some great plus size summer tops you can wear include:

• Layered tank tops or camisoles
• V-neck or scoop neck T-shirts
• Sleeveless or short-sleeved baby dolls
• Halter tops
• Tank top or camisole with a lightweight tunic or coverup

Find Plus Size Summer Tops

You can find full-figured summer tops just about anywhere plus size clothes are sold. What you buy all depends on your taste and budget:

• Avenue
• Lane Bryant
• Woman Within
• Junonia
• Torrid
• Fun Fash

A Final Thought

Just because you are plus size doesn't mean you shouldn't wear cooler clothing in the summer. Show off those arms and make a statement that you are comfortable and confident about what you are wearing.