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ThisVividGreenEagle · 01/07/2025 14:07

Hi my scales say I’m about 17 stone I have big legs and a weird stomach there’s no denying I’m a big girl but the top of my stomach is flat however it’s the bottom part just bellow belly button that is big and it’s hard to (it even hurts to squeeze it) however being 17stone I assumed I should be about 18-20 however I’m not I fit comfortably in clothes that are size 10-12 and the biggest size I wear is a 16 to me for someone who is 17 stone I should definitely be in bigger clothes yet anything bigger than a 16 is to big
is this normal?

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Figfug · 01/07/2025 18:32

If you are 17stone with a 42 inch waist there’s no way you’re a size 10-12. Your clothing must be stretched to within an inch of its life!

you sound more a size 20-22

Fleurdalys · 01/07/2025 18:31

Think the Op has had a bit too much sun

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ThisVividGreenEagle · 01/07/2025 18:30

SoScarletItWas · 01/07/2025 18:29

To answer your question, @ThisVividGreenEagle the seatbelt doesn’t need to be the full circumference of your waist (42”) because it sits across your lap.

Google/AI says this, which looks backed up by other forums:

Ryanair seatbelts are generally around 47 inches (120cm) long, which should accommodate a 42-inch waist. If a seatbelt extender is needed, they are available on board. A 42-inch waist size is within the typical range of what Ryanair seatbelts can accommodate, and extenders are available if needed.

Thank you so much! So nervous it’s my first time flying

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ThisVividGreenEagle · 01/07/2025 18:30

ThisVividGreenEagle · 01/07/2025 14:07

Hi my scales say I’m about 17 stone I have big legs and a weird stomach there’s no denying I’m a big girl but the top of my stomach is flat however it’s the bottom part just bellow belly button that is big and it’s hard to (it even hurts to squeeze it) however being 17stone I assumed I should be about 18-20 however I’m not I fit comfortably in clothes that are size 10-12 and the biggest size I wear is a 16 to me for someone who is 17 stone I should definitely be in bigger clothes yet anything bigger than a 16 is to big
is this normal?

Thanks for the help everyone like I said I’m quite flat on the top half I am a D cup the part of my stomach under my boobs is quite flat
howver the belly button area is the bulky part

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SoScarletItWas · 01/07/2025 18:29

To answer your question, @ThisVividGreenEagle the seatbelt doesn’t need to be the full circumference of your waist (42”) because it sits across your lap.

Google/AI says this, which looks backed up by other forums:

Ryanair seatbelts are generally around 47 inches (120cm) long, which should accommodate a 42-inch waist. If a seatbelt extender is needed, they are available on board. A 42-inch waist size is within the typical range of what Ryanair seatbelts can accommodate, and extenders are available if needed.

Goody2ShoesAndTheFilthyBeast · 01/07/2025 18:21

The size 12 stuff is probably stretchy fabric. They are very forgiving.

CrackingOn50 · 01/07/2025 18:19

You're definitely wearing UK size clothes?

CrackingOn50 · 01/07/2025 18:18

CrackingOn50 · 01/07/2025 18:17

A 42 inch waist is a size 20-22 uk womens'

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Would you be okay giving us the rest of your measurements to try and solve this mystery?

CrackingOn50 · 01/07/2025 18:17

ThisVividGreenEagle · 01/07/2025 18:08

Last time I measured my waist I was just on 42 inches when researching it says a Ryanair seatbelt is 30 inches and I’m confused if it’s 30 inches all together or 30 inches both sides of the seatbelt

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A 42 inch waist is a size 20-22 uk womens'

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ThisVividGreenEagle · 01/07/2025 18:08

Last time I measured my waist I was just on 42 inches when researching it says a Ryanair seatbelt is 30 inches and I’m confused if it’s 30 inches all together or 30 inches both sides of the seatbelt

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If you have a 42" waist there's no way on god's little green earth you're fitting into a size 10-12.

I'm, 5'6" and size 10 and my waist is 28".

Something's really not adding up here!

Mrsttcno1 · 01/07/2025 18:14

Allseeingallknowing · 01/07/2025 18:05

Strange- I find those three stores small on sizing! Must be my strange shape!

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It might just be different outfits! Lots of my lounge type sets are from there and they’re really stretchy material I’ve found x

MissAndrey · 01/07/2025 18:09

This is such bollocks 😂 I'm the same height as you and I'd be the size of a bus if I weighed 17 stone. There's no way.

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ThisVividGreenEagle · 01/07/2025 18:08

Figfug · 01/07/2025 18:02

Can you get a measuring tape and measure your waist? That way you’d know if you need an extender

Last time I measured my waist I was just on 42 inches when researching it says a Ryanair seatbelt is 30 inches and I’m confused if it’s 30 inches all together or 30 inches both sides of the seatbelt

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Allseeingallknowing · 01/07/2025 18:08

OP- I’m 5’6”, 13.5 stone and no way could I fit into a 10 or 12. I am 20 on top and 16-18 bottom.

Allseeingallknowing · 01/07/2025 18:05

Mrsttcno1 · 01/07/2025 17:19

Primark & shein are both big sizing, h&m is as well I’d say. Sizing does differ massively though and as I say it depends what clothes. A pair of fitted trousers or a button up corset top would be a truer reflection of what size “fits” than say leggings, a jumper, floaty dress or t shirt- I’m not a size 6 but fit into my sisters leggings and dresses, wouldn’t fit her jeans though!

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Strange- I find those three stores small on sizing! Must be my strange shape!

Figfug · 01/07/2025 18:02

Can you get a measuring tape and measure your waist? That way you’d know if you need an extender

CriticalOverthinking · 01/07/2025 17:59

getting checked out for the lower stomach seems sensible, being localised and painful is concerning. I’m 5’10”, 16 stone and in a 16-18. Can do 14 in stretchy or baggy clothes but 10-12 is no chance.

Maybe you are ‘lucky’ and carry extra weight less obviously

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ThisVividGreenEagle · 01/07/2025 17:59

SoScarletItWas · 01/07/2025 17:49

It is what it is, ‘normal’ or not. You must know in your heart of hearts that if you need a plane seatbelt extender, you are not a size 10-12.

The question is, if you’re unhappy and uncomfortable, are you ready to change it? At 5’6 and 17 stone your BMI is around 38 so you could consider weight loss injections if you’ve genuinely tried a proper calorie controlled diet.

i 1000% know I’m not the ideal body for a 10-12 however I was just using this for a reference in my post. I have t flown before and am anxious weather I will need a seatbelt extension I’ve seen people bigger than me not need one so I was asking

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ThisVividGreenEagle · 01/07/2025 17:56

Mrsttcno1 · 01/07/2025 17:41

I honestly think it must be the type of clothing. As I say I’m usually a size 8-10, currently pregnant with my second baby and I’m yet to have to buy any maternity clothes really because lots of my clothes- especially those from Shein & my trusty primark comfy leggings are stretchy material and still fit comfortably over my bump while approaching my third trimester.

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Yeah in a 10-12 it’s normally loose tops leggins hoodies
12-14 flares vests tighter tops trousers skirts
14-16 in tight dresses ect
im just confused but assuming its just the size of the clothes

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ThisVividGreenEagle · 01/07/2025 17:50

Figfug · 01/07/2025 17:29

I’m 5’6 and if I was 17 stone there’s no way I’d be in size 10/12. I weigh 9 stone and can just squeeze into a size 10.

unless you have got your numbers mixed up, you’re probably wearing clothes way too small for you but not accepting that. Your weight and height make you clinically obese.

I’m 100% not wearing clothes to tight hence why I am confused how these clothes can fit comfortably on me and yet I am so big

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SoScarletItWas · 01/07/2025 17:49

It is what it is, ‘normal’ or not. You must know in your heart of hearts that if you need a plane seatbelt extender, you are not a size 10-12.

The question is, if you’re unhappy and uncomfortable, are you ready to change it? At 5’6 and 17 stone your BMI is around 38 so you could consider weight loss injections if you’ve genuinely tried a proper calorie controlled diet.

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ThisVividGreenEagle · 01/07/2025 17:49

CrackingOn50 · 01/07/2025 17:43

I'm 5ft 9.5 and about 13 stone and a size 14-16. Are you incredibly muscular?

No I Litterally have zero muscle I don’t understand other than clothes sizes being weird 😂

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BlueMum16 · 01/07/2025 17:44

I'm 5ft 7. I weigh considerably less than you and just about get in size 18 Next clothes. I've had to go to size 20 elastic jeans from Asda as the 16-18 don't fit.

What size is your top half, so not your stomach area? My bra is a 38H which is why I need a 18.

If you stomach is genuinely hard and sore you need to see a GP.

CrackingOn50 · 01/07/2025 17:43

I'm 5ft 9.5 and about 13 stone and a size 14-16. Are you incredibly muscular?

Mrsttcno1 · 01/07/2025 17:41

Auroraloves · 01/07/2025 17:38

I’m struggling to see how you fit in size 12. Im 5ft 5, 10 stone and size 12.

I honestly think it must be the type of clothing. As I say I’m usually a size 8-10, currently pregnant with my second baby and I’m yet to have to buy any maternity clothes really because lots of my clothes- especially those from Shein & my trusty primark comfy leggings are stretchy material and still fit comfortably over my bump while approaching my third trimester.

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