Women's Plus Size Blouses
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Choosing the right women's plus size blouses for work is a sure way to make sure you present a professional and appropriate business image. When choosing tops to wear alone or under blazers, try to select shirts that flatter you. Different shapes work for different women. If necessary, you may have to conduct some research to find out which style tops you should wear to make the most of your figure.
Choosing Women's Plus Size Blouses
If you study fashion at all, you know it’s full of rules. While some rules don’t make a lot of sense, others will help you look your best. Some blouses are naturally more flattering to most body types, such as the wrap blouse. Since most wrap blouses have V-necks, these tops tend to elongate the body. Even tall women who don’t need this visual trick can benefit from the attention the shirt draws to your collarbone, which is usually an area women are happy with.
Some women's plus size blouses you’ll easily find and know how to wear them include:
- A ruffle blouse from Kiyonna makes good use of a V-neck, feminine neckline detail and loose, flowing fit. This sheer shirt should be worn over a matching camisole and is best left not tucked in. While this top will work in an office setting (you may need to sport a blazer over it), it will work just as well on weekends with a pair of rich denim jeans and high heels.
- Bell sleeves and allover details make this Avenue printed blouse a great choice for women who want to draw attention away from their hips. While there is pattern-work in the hip area, that part of the blouse is dark, while the top half is light and contains the most visual interest.
- Bust line detail and a scoop neck make this asymmetrical blouse another good choice for women who don’t want their hips to be the first thing others see. The bright colors you can select from will also add a dramatic color splash to your wardrobe.
- Pear-shaped ladies who want a blouse that will show off their figure to best advantage should look to this Lane Bryant print poncho top. A side tie detail, wide, flowing sleeves and allover pattern will draw eyes up, away from your heavier bottom half. Paired with crisp black slacks or a long black skirt, this is one blouse that calls attention to it.
- Of course, few shirts are as classic as the white oxford blouse. Leave the top button or two undone to create a V-neck and wear a fabulous necklace and beautiful earrings to make your face the focus of your ensemble.
- A bib-front blouse is a great top for apple-shaped ladies who know that the most flattering garments don’t hug them around the waist. The neckline contains visual interest while the bottom of the shirt is plain and monochrome.
Where to Shop
Check out these retailers for a varied selection of women’s blouses that are suitable for work and for play:
A Wealth of Choices
Once you discover which tops make you look your best, you’ll have no end of choices when it comes to shopping. With the wide availability of plus size retailers who understand that curvy girls want to look sexy, fun, classy and sophisticated, there are blouses to suit just about every occasion.
Fashion authorities advise women which styles are most flattering to them based on their body shapes at sites such as Dress me Now and Curvy Counselor, so there’s no reason to wonder anymore if you’re wearing the right clothes.
If you find a blouse that fits you perfect and makes you feel gorgeous, make sure you buy it…in more than one color!
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