Plus Size Lingerie

Plus Size Lingerie Tips and Hints

• Look for durable, sturdy items when shopping for everyday wear. Mesh and sheer lace will probably not hold up for a full day. Cotton, Lycra, and spandex are fabrics to search out that not only feel good, but are strong enough for everyday use.
• Shop wearing a typical workday outfit. If you frequently wear button down shirts, do not shop in a t-shirt. Trying on a bra with your button-down over it will ensure that the shirt will lay flat and not gap.
• Let the salesperson help. Many have been trained in fitting, so do not hesitate to take advantage, especially if you have gained or lost weight recently. This can significantly change the size and style of bra you may need.
• When looking for specialty items, like minimizers, longline bras, or shapewear, take several sizes into the fitting room. These items tend to size differently than other lingerie, and you may want a larger or smaller size, depending on the effect you want.
• As in any clothing line, fit and size vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, so it is best to try on your size instead of buying it straight from the rack.
• If you have a full chest, look for chemises and teddies with underwire bras built in to support your breasts.
• Ties and adjustable straps on slips, chemises, gowns, and teddies can help make the fit snugger and keep the lingerie from shifting.
• If you are shy about your stomach, stay away from “fly-away” chemises and baby dolls, as these styles draw attention to the problem area.
• Find styles that emphasize your features. Look for colors that flatter your skin tone and v-neck shapes in slips/chemises to draw eyes upward to your face and neck. Gals with slim legs benefit from short baby-dolls, which draw attention to calves and thighs.

Shopping Online

If you do not have the time to go shopping for plus size lingerie in person, or are intimidated by the salesclerks and frustrated by a small selection at stores, visiting websites may be a good way to find lingerie. A search engine can generate many types of online stores. A few to try include Just My Size, Fredericks of Hollywood, and Three Wishes.

Just My Size carries a range of mostly everyday lingerie for a full-figured woman. Women can choose from bras, panties, lingerie, sleepwear, and shapewear. Sizes range from X to 6x, or 14w to 40w. Just My Size uses a size 18 model to test their lingerie, instead of just “sizing up” clothing from a size 6 model. This is to ensure a better fit for larger women.

Fredericks of Hollywood has both sexy and sensible lingerie. Underwire bras, corsets, teddies, gowns, and chemises are all available. Sizes are from 1x-3x, or 18-26. You can also search for a store near you using the online store locator.

Three Wishes offers a large range of erotic and risqué lingerie. A large variety of choices is available, including lingerie, costumes, accessories, and holiday wear in sizes 1x-4x. Bridal wear, open-cup bras, and crotchless panties are available for the more adventurous.

Before ordering online, be sure to check the website’s policy regarding shipping and returns.

Purchasing Plus Size Lingerie in Stores

Although buying plus size lingerie online can be quick and easy, there are still advantages to purchasing lingerie in stores. One of the most important is that everything can be tried on in the store, eliminating the hassle of returns. Having salesclerks around to suggest styles and sizes can also help make certain you have the proper fit. Although it make take longer to try everything on, it can pay off when you find a certain style that works, and then search for things only in that style. Several stores to visit for plus size lingerie include Nordstrom, JCPenny, Dillards, and Lane Bryant.