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Plus size what are you wearing today

948 replies

Defeatthedebt · 06/10/2019 15:32

Hi guys,
I love browsing the what are you wearing today thread but being plussize (Size 26) I often can't take inspiration from it. I wondered if any other size 18+ would like to share what they are wearing today?

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MrsPnut · 12/10/2019 21:32

Ilovetofu A gold dress is always a good idea.

AndNoneForGretchenWieners · 12/10/2019 21:37

Today I wore a Matalan Jersey maxi skirt that I got about 5 years ago, with a cashmere short sleeved jumper from M&S, an Asda boyfriend cardy, and Doc Martens. I was at work so needed to be comfy.

I'm at my other weekend job tomorrow and will wear a checked woollen Lindy Bop pinafore dress, black shirt, Snag tights and probably my DMs again for comfort. I tend to veer between overdressed, alternative and frumpy. I wish I could be polished!

alwaysreadyforablether · 12/10/2019 22:12

I'm 5'8" and a size 18. Today I wore indigo Sophia jeans from M&S (very soft and stretchy), a navy and pink striped Boden Breton (a bit like the Jack Wills stripe) and a loose fit navy jumper from White Stuff (short sleeves so you could see the stripes).
I'm trying to be more adventurous with what I wear - I'm too easily put off by what I think other people will think.

Adollop · 13/10/2019 02:16

Sugarbum that sounds awesome, and colourful. Great name too Grin

MrsPnut · 13/10/2019 09:49

I'm currently wearing my pyjamas, I've been cutting out fabric ready to sew my daughter some more sanitary towels.

It's a rugby tournament later so something warm and my big coat because it's still raining here.

Defeatthedebt · 13/10/2019 10:58

Wallywobbles are you in the UK? I watch loads of clothes hauls on YouTube and alot of the Americans do old Navy ones but I thought it wasn't available here.

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Fstar · 13/10/2019 12:09

Wish there was a torrid shop in uk, so much nice stuff but expensive with shipping on top

BarbedBloom · 13/10/2019 15:01

Denim dress, mustard yellow tights. Am in the house so no shoes at the moment, but brown boots and belt. Am an apple shape so my legs are the best bit

Wishiwascrafty · 13/10/2019 18:16

Dusky pink peasant style blouse with bottle green cord pinafore from Lindy bop, black snag tights and green/grey ankle boots from Evans. Fluffy white oversized cardigan when chilly. I might look ridiculous but feel very fairytale.

Love all the suggestions for retailers.

ilovetofu · 13/10/2019 18:37

omg just got me some snags. Soooo comfy Grin

Divebar · 14/10/2019 07:38

I think I’m going to have to get some snag tights ( I have their chub rub shorts... they’re good and no plastic packaging). One of the things I saw on their website was that conventional tights are all the same width irrespective of size so an extra large is just longer not wider. So no wonder I’m hopping about trying to get them on. ( and bloody hell some of them have the weirdest seam arrangements going on).

Divebar · 14/10/2019 07:44

Anyway to answer the question today I’m wearing a long black pleated skirt from M&S and an oxblood sweater from a charity shop ( label French Connection). The sweater is hip length and has an interesting pleat in the back. I’ve got black lace ups from Clarks ( not technically brogues but along the same lines) and ive borrowed my husbands Daks mac which is black, single breasted and long. He got it very cheaply on eBay. The sleeves are a bit long but I like oversized. The whole look is very Cos.

CrowleysBentley · 14/10/2019 08:59

Black trackies, charcoal t-shirt and big chunky black cardigan and fluffy pink socks, accessorised with a fat grey cat and a box of tissues. I am sick with some manky virus so it's a sofa blanket day.

MrsPnut · 14/10/2019 16:11

I have some snag tights on the way. I was recommended some so bought them and then bought some clothes to go with them!

Today I have black trousers, grey long sleeved top and grey cardigan with a really bright string of beads.

Strudelorcheesecake · 14/10/2019 17:16

Cosy (mostly) at home day today. Grey jeggings from M&S with oversize khaki v-neck t shirt and Hush charcoal long cocoon cardigan. Finished off with toasty fleece-lined black biker boots (Ugg) to venture out into the foul weather.... Find myself wearing long cardigans and chunky boots a lot at the moment.

RooKangaroo · 14/10/2019 21:26

@CrowleysBentley, a furry fat cat is the best accessory! Hope it kept you company.

MrsPnut · 15/10/2019 05:22

I'm up early today because I am going to London. I can't decide what to wear but it needs to be more corporate than my usual work wear.

Luaa · 15/10/2019 08:22

Black tights, green cord mini skirt ( with huge pockets, I love it!) Sparkly black tshirt and black blazer. Currently with converse, but will put some ankle boots on when I get in the office.

ShowerOfShite · 15/10/2019 09:48

Practical dog walking clothes today which I hate wearing.
I'm a size 18/20 and it's all belly.
I've really lost my way with clothes since I'm this size. It's horrible, I rarely feel confident in what I'm wearing.
Hoping to get some much needed inspiration from this thread Smile

Divebar · 15/10/2019 10:53

I’ve got a long black pencil skirt from ASOS, a yellow and white long sleeved t shirt and over the top a black “ interesting “ shorter sleeved top from COS ( it’s a bit more stylish than a plain black t shirt ). I’ve got matte black Dr Marten lace ups that a random guy came up to me to discuss. I am very unaccountably pleased that the yellow stitching on the shoes matches my striped T. I also wangled my DHs black Mac again which i hope will find a permanent place in my wardrobe. I’m a 16/18 but it’s distributed fairly evenly although my DD7 does tell me I have a huge ass. Blush

Proseccoinamug · 15/10/2019 11:01

Today I’m wearing black leggings with a floral shirt dress from matalan curve, a long knitted cardigan and gold converse.

I’ve got some snag tights on the way.

Bouledeneige · 15/10/2019 11:13

Size 16-18 here. Smart Workday so wearing a pink, blue and black splashy Cos dress, with black tights and wine ankle boots. With a loose black boiled wool 3/4 length jacket from white company.

NancyEspana · 15/10/2019 18:16

Hello!

Do you mind if I join you?

I am a 14/16, but I much prefer plus size fashion, as I find the cuts etc more flattering. I have recently gone up a dress size and I am not dieting my way back to a 12/14. I have managed to mess up my eating habits with years of restriction and I need a break from the madness!

Anyway, excuse rant. I hope you don't mind me joining you.

I am wearing a (size 16 tall), black skater dress from Asos, black opaque tights, a lovely, Spanish looking, (I think - not an expert), heart pendant I found in a charity shop and knee high brown leather riding boots, which are ancient, from Office.

feelinghelplesstoday · 15/10/2019 18:32

Ripped skinny jeans and a khaki sweatshirt from Boohoo. I've decided at 49 I'm going to dress for the age I wish I was 😂😂

NancyEspana · 15/10/2019 20:17

@feelinghelplesstoday

If it makes you feel any better, I have just ordered a pair of dungarees from Lucy & Yak...so I will most likely look like an overgrown toddler 😂.

I'm about to turn 36 (years, not months).