Fashion At Any Size - YouLookFab Forum

In reference to my other post about the NAS dilemma, Angie made a wonderful comment about dressing for the body you have now. What if you truly struggle with that body? I lost 75 pounds about 6 years ago to reach my healthy goal weight and kept it off, feeling fabulous the whole time, until about a year ago when a couple of health issues wreaked havoc on my weight. Now I'm 20 pounds heavier and don't like what I see in the mirror. As much as I'd like to think I could take that off, my condition makes it difficult to take off weight - I may have to learn to accept this new body of mine. I'm short (5'1") and currently sitting at a US size 10/12 (I was a 6), and an apple shape.

I'm learning that structured clothing with strong seaming works wonders at "holding things in" and gives me a waist. Other than that, I'm struggling a bit with how to look put together. I love classic clothing (think Chanel) but want to find ways to add some "funk" so I don't look stuffy or boring.

I would welcome all and any advice on how to look fashionable at any size. Maybe learning to dress this body better would help with some self acceptance.

(sorry this is so long)

13 years ago

Jenava

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I think the best thing is to not allow yourself to wear things you don't like. As you've mentioned there are tips you can work with to flatter your body as much as possible. Hopefully once you've learned to flatter you body you'll also learn to appreciate it and show it off without being judgmental. I know it's tough, but I think it helps to remember how amazing your body is! It's your one and only, so polish it up because it's special!

Yes, learning how to dress for your current shape in colors that complement your skin tone can do wonders for your self-esteem. Also having fun with accessories and shoes can really elevate basics.

You've come to the right place. Post some pics and let us help you get your wardrobe all sorted out.

Angie's motto is to have fun with fashion.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Jenava and AJ have started you off wonderfully, Shannon!

For starters, read these blog posts:

http://youlookfab.com/2011/06/.....to-expose/

http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....t-any-size

Posting pictures here will help you enormously. That way we can also guide you more effectively.

Freckles

Posting pics of outfits you own now or have just bought and need opinions on really helps me. I just started doing it and came away with something totally unexpected and new ideas to try. The ladies are awesome with helpful advice and support.

modgrl

I'm also a petite apple since I had my kids... my goal every day is to create the illusion of an hourglass. It's not a matter of dieting or exercise. I know my pooch isn't going away without plastic surgery no matter how much weight I lose.

I try to wear clothes with structure to create the illusion of a waist. Small scale patterns on structured clothes are also nice because they can obscure and distract from the bumpy bits. I had some success at NAS recently, check out the thread below:

http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....to-nordies

I didn't get or keep everything here, but I think they are all not bad at illustrating my current wardrobe strategy.

Posting WIW's and keep/returns has helped me tremendously. Others see things that I may have missed and make helpful suggestions.

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