Plus Size Women's Business Suits

For full figured women in the corporate world, finding a suit is a necessity. The suit should be well-tailored and should fit perfectly. There are many options for the businesswoman of size who needs a functional and fashionable addition to her work wardrobe.

Business Suit Basics

A business suit will consist of a jacket or blazer and a skirt or slacks. Traditional colors like navy blue, black or gray are good for presenting a serious image, but don’t feel you have to be confined to those hues if you like something a little brighter. Still, you’ll have to keep in mind your particular business environment as some corporations and industries are more conventional than others. Banking is a traditionally conservative business, while careers in any of the artistic factions are generally more open to individuality.

Blazers

A jacket doesn’t necessarily have to button up to be part of a suit. Full figured women sometimes find button closures uncomfortable or unflattering, if the buttons allow gaps in the fabric. A wrap jacket or a swing jacket are acceptable alternatives.

Slacks

Pants can be very comfortable to wear because women aren’t as concerned with how they sit or climb in and out of cars as they are while in skirts. While styles will come in and out of fashion, a classic pair of slacks can last for years. Whether you prefer a streamlined leg or something a bit wider, your slacks should fit well, but not tightly.

Skirts

For professional women, skirts should fall no shorter than knee-length. A-line shapes are flattering to many women. Plus size women should avoid skirts with pleats or a lot of ruching; the simpler the style, the neater the overall look.

Where to Find Plus Size Women's Business Suits

Whether you need separates or complete sets, these retailers specialize in clothing for the curvy woman:

• Curvety
• Lane Bryant
• alight
• Jessica London
• Avenue

While it’s always helpful to be able to try your clothing on before you buy, with online shopping, you won’t have that option. Pay attention to schematic details and take accurate measurements of yourself so that you can select the right size for you.

Styles of Business Suits

Whether you prefer skirts or slacks, there are suits in both styles that are flattering and present an image that’s all business.

• This mauve colored trouser suit is professional, but also feminine in its non-traditional color. The men in the boardroom won’t mistake you for one of the guys in this pretty power suit.
• Every businesswoman needs a basic black suit and this one fits the bill nicely with its sharp tailored lines and clean minimalism. The skirt hits the right length and its partially elasticized waistband ensures a good fit.
• Jessica London offers this plum tweed skirt suit with a cinched waist jacket that will accentuate your curves.
• Not boring by any means, this cream colored pantsuit is beautiful in its simple sophistication.
• A tailored blazer like this one can top black or gray slacks for a fashionable suit look.
• Side button closures kick a basic pantsuit up a notch. Look for little details like this to put some pizzazz in your wardrobe.

The Right Accessories

While your suit should be your first concern when getting dressed, the perfect accessories will complete your overall look. Too much jewelry is a no-no in the professional arena, but a few well-chosen pieces will give your ensemble an elegant finishing touch.

Shoes

Shoes can make or break an outfit. Shoes that look best with plus size women's business suits will have a moderately high heel, but leave the stilettos at home.

Suit Up in Style

Whether you prefer tweed, wool or silk, you have choices when it comes to selecting a suit that will empower as well as complement you. For full-figured women in the professional arena, wearing the right suit will show that you mean business, but are all woman.