62% of American Women Are Size 14 or Larger

Savvy, stylish and plus-size - Contra Costa Times

It seems that the retail industry has finally caught onto the fact that not all women look like tall skinny supermodels.  The plus-size clothing industry has seen a 50% growth compared to 5 years ago.  And that a big plus - read about it here:

Savvy, stylish and plus-size Contra Costa Times, CA - 15 Aug 2006 ... In her dressing room at Torrid, a trendy plus-size clothing store, there are stacks of successful try-ons -- baby-doll dresses, denim and intimates. ...

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How To Create A Winning Plus Size Wardrobe On A Budget

Creating A Winning Plus Size Wardrobe on A Budget - Press World (press release)

Here's a great article with super tips on having a plus size wardrobe on a budget:

Creating A Winning Plus Size Wardrobe on A Budget Press World (press release),?Russia?- 17 Jul 2006 ... But, most of us out there just can't afford those high prices. And, if you're a plus size, it seems like the prices are just downright unrealistic. ... Thanks to Gerry Askew from http://www.clothingbig.com

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Beauty Contest for Size 16 and Up

Size always matters - Scotsman

A former model fed up with the perceived bias against "bigger girls" in the fashion industry held her own beauty contest in the United Kingdom.  Read all about it here:

Scotsman

Size always matters Scotsman, United Kingdom - 9 Aug 2006 ... given up trying to find modelling jobs in the UK because, it seems, her size is unacceptable - even to modelling agents who cast for plus-size fashion retailers ...

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I'm back!

I know - it's been over a year since I last blogged.  SORRY about that!

I've been busy juggling babies and a J.O.B.

I have a little more time now......so you'll be hearing from from me!

Chat soon,

Esam

Plus Size Clothing Winter Trends 2005

Fashion Trends for Fall 2005

Now that Fall 2005 is upon us once more, let's take a look at the winter fashion trends out there on the high street.

The season is awash with dark, sombre yet elegant hues of chocolate, plum, purple, teal, ochre green and burnt orange as well as muted mustard and dusky pink shades to offset the dark tones. Black is back - but it is more "dressed up" than before in soft fabrics, embellished with details such as sequins, embroidery, lace. These serve to dress up the "bare plain" black of previous years.

If you look through the pictures from the summer fashion shows, and then see how the high street has copied this look to make it more accessible and wearable for the masses, you can see how the military theme dominates. The Military look jacket is a must have this season. Jackets come cropped or slightly tailed from the waist and have lots of heavy bold detail, be it in the form of body braiding, cuff and/or epaulette trims. They come in cord and velvet, with large buttons, worn with collarless shirts or baby doll tops and embroidered, flowery patterned skirts giving a mixed up vintage feel.

Denim is still there, a staple of our everyday wardrobe, but this time its embellished - sequins, embroidery, somehow still retaining details of ethnic influences.

Shirts or blouses have a romantic allure about them. The look is softer and more feminine with bits of lace, ribbon trims and velvet. They are perfect under fitted velvet jackets.

Gilets are back also as well as patterned knits and layered clothing and once again suede and leather feature rather heavily.
Shrugs, a shorter, neater version of the poncho have their place in the winter wardrobe also. Along with fitted jackets, high boots and a full skirt or culottes give a new look for fall 2005.

Accessories

Bold bags are a must have. Oversized leather slouch bags and large tapestry bags abound, in rich dark earthy colors. In this cold season, boots are back, as usual but the trends are for riding boots in distressed leather, everything has that slightly worn out rough look and feel to it.


Must-haves:

Fur trims
Embellished jeans
Military inspired jacket or coat
Animal prints
Cuff bracelets


And don't forget your posture. Straight backs, shoulders back, head up and looking straight ahead!

Plus Size Maternity Clothing

Take a look at our selection of plus size maternity clothing and see how easy it is to be a stylish and fashionable mom-to-be!
You won’t have to hunt around any more to get your plus size maternity clothing. Our online store has everything a mom-to-be and moms could want – a great range of plus size denim and plus size casual wear, cool, comfortable stylish clothing that won’t break the bank.

Come on and see for yourself.

Turn Heads At The Beach!

If you want to look great on the beach this summer then you need some sexy well-designed swimwear...
Finding well designed, flattering yet supportive plus sized swimwear can prove to be a bit of a challenge sometimes for women with fuller figures. Don't despair, however, as help is at hand. We have sought out some of the most stylish and appealing swimwear fashions for sizes 14W to 32W. So, whether you are looking for plus sized swimsuits, plus sized bikinis, or plus sized beachwear, you will find a range of flattering styles and colors which will ensure you won’t go unnoticed this summer.
The swimwear range also includes plus size beach wear and plus sized tankinis.
For those who want to make a statement in fashion, our choice of plus sized swimwear, including bathing suits and plus sized bikinis, is selected from some of the best designers around. These garments come in a variety of colours and styles all selected with a view to showing off your fuller figure.

Swimwear exclusively designed for the fuller figured woman - to flatter your curves, be supportive and comfortable and feminine

Plus Size Fashion Clothing

Discover how to look good easily and quickly with a great selection of plus size clothing


Finding stylish, well designed, yet comfortable plus size clothing isn’t always easy, given that there is such a demand for it. That’s why at 1st-for-Plus-Size-Clothing.com we want to provide you with a magnificent online shopping experience. We want to take the drudgery, difficulty and disappointment out of your shopping experience. Besides, its easy to shop around online, you can "visit" so many plus size clothing stores within a matter of seconds.

With the summer months now here, you might be on the lookout for plus size swimwear, perhaps an exquisitely cut bikini or swimsuit, or even comfortable beachwear. With hazy summer evenings to look forward to, check out our selection of beautiful summer dresses, in plus sizes, great fabrics and colors too. With a plethora of labels, designers, fabrics and cuts we believe you will be pleasantly surprised with what you find at our online store. We have scouted around on your behalf (so you don't have to) and selected what we believe to be some of the trendiest and fashionable plus size clothing around.

So - sit back and surf around for some of the best online plus size clothing!