How To Dress For Your Body Shape When You're Plus Size

There’s plenty of guidance out there for how to dress for different body types – we have expert guides on how to dress for apple shape and pear shape bodies ourselves – but plus-size styling for these body types can be a little more nuanced. We want everyone to feel comfortable and stylish, no matter their body type, so we’ve put together a guide on how to dress for your body type when you’re plus size to help you get the most out of your wardrobe.

Our plus size collection at Kit and Kaboodal is designed to ensure that you can enjoy plus size fashion to its fullest. As extensive as our mainline range of clothing, our plus size collection includes styles to suit all kinds of plus size body shapes. Read on for our top plus size styling tips no matter what your body type:

1. Break The Plus Size "Rules"

It’s important to mention that when it comes to styling for different body types, plus size or otherwise, there shouldn’t be any rules. The secret is that style ‘rules’ are simply guidelines, and the only rule you should follow is ‘wear something that makes you feel fabulous.’ None of our plus size style tips are designed to cover up your shape – quite the opposite!

4. Skim If You Want To

Not every woman will be comfortable with showing off their curves, and that’s completely fine too! Shapeless doesn’t have to mean unflattering – shapeless chic can be just as fashionable, especially if you indulge in our Lagenlook trend. Lagenlook is all about loose layers in different fabrics and textures, making it the perfect choice for plus size women who prefer to skim rather than showcase their curves.

How To Style Lagenlook For Plus Size Shapes

Lagenlook works for every body type, but our top tip for Lagenlook is also our top tip for plus size styling with tops and tunics – leggings, leggings, leggings. Striking a balance between loose, flowing garments and structure is a great style tip for everyone, no matter their shape or size.

Which Plus Size Body Type Am I?

Confident, plus-size dressing all comes down to understanding your body type and being empowered to make styling choices that make you feel amazing in your own skin. That’s why at Kit and Kaboodal, we’ve put together this handy guide to help you identify your shape so that if you are feeling overwhelmed by clothing choices, you’ll know exactly where to start when identifying the clothing pieces that will accentuate your favourite features and make you feel more confident in your own skin!. Remember our golden rule, if you feel confident in what you’re wearing, then that’s the only validation you’ll ever need! 

Apple Shape

Those with an apple body shape generally have shapely legs, a full bust and width around the middle. A fuller figure has similar measurements to the chest, waist and legs.

Top Tips For Dressing Apple Shapes:

Embrace those curves! Tone down your midsection and choose styles that accentuate your waist, such as belted dresses and high-waisted jeans. 

Rectangle Shape

Rectangle body shapes are just that, rectangular, because the shoulders usually are the same width as the hips. A small bust and undefined wait complete this shape that looks best when curves are accentuated and straight lines are avoided.

Top Tips For Dressing Rectangle Shapes:

Look for ways to create curves and a more feminine silhouette whilst avoiding straight lines. Fitted blazers with shoulder pads that add definition, details around the bust and shoulders paired with low-rise jeans or pencil skirts with belted waists can really transform a rectangle shape for your most confident dressing yet.