Fat girl summer - let's slay 💅

[Lwrenn]

So, for those of us who are chunky yet funky, what's the plan ladies?

Shall we give no fucks and wear nice comfy summery clothes or do we worry about keeping every inch of us covered head to toe in black until we sweat so hard we melt? What's the plan?

Currently a size 20/22 myself, unlikely to get down to a magical size 14 by July so I'm looking at the nice comfy looking linen pants, few maxi dresses, shorts because I'm a wee chubby pale rebel and to really go wild a jumpsuit or two.

Simply be has some lovely things at the moment including shoes, asos curve is looking alright and vinted is my best pal.

I'm 35 for a few more months and don't want to have another summer in my 30s hating my body, so this year I'm going to embrace it. Anyone with me?

That dress fits you really well and you look great in it!

What a beautiful dress, very flattering, you look fantastic.

@Dollyparot200 l love that dress, a dress with pockets is just heaven.

@GoingDownDown l LOVE that dress.

l think l am going to look on vinted as l never have and its mentioned so many times here.

They aren't fat, you have a gorgeous figure! Genuinely they're a cracking pair of legs! My good friend is a leg man, I was telling him about this thread because it's really cheered me up and he told me by encouraging you all to get your pins out I've just made that wee perverts and that of other perverts' summer more brighter. I've made our purses lighter, creepy arse men happier and yet, I'm still enjoying my self 😁

And that dress is absolutely perfect for you, I love it! Thanks for posting! 💐

I hope your dad didn't say anything to put you off feeling, looking and being fabulous 💖

Yes!!! I love that for us all, you loving your clothes this summer. Yes, yes, yes!

That dress is absolutely gorgeous. You're right about how it covers loads of places to be worn. Just so pretty!

Here’s a funny thing. I’ve been feeling so warm and positive from this lovely thread that I’d forgotten my actual size and got a surprise/shock when I saw myself reflected in the living room patio doors yesterday. 😁And, even better, I chuckled about it instead of feeling shit!

Well, people who say MN is a nest of vipers really should read this lovely thread!
I love Muthahood, I don't have their dresses but I have a couple of very colourful sweatshirts.

I can't believe how many new sources of clothes I've learned about since this thread was launched, and have thoroughly enjoyed looking at every one of them, thanks for sharing ladies. I've also felt a tremendous boost to my self confidence since I started reading, it's as if someone has given me permission not to hide, and said it's OK to be the size you are. I can't tell you what a wonderful feeling that is! So a massive thank you to 'Lwrenn' for bringing us all together, without any of the usual sniping that we get on MN.

I've got my purse out lol I brought the red tiered skirt from next

I know! if I catch myself in a mirror or shop window it takes a second or two to realise that the grey haired fat woman is me!

I saw a "girl" from school a few weeks ago in town and was horrified she wasn't still 13.
I went on to be as equally as traumatised later that day to realise I also was no longer a teen! 😂

Funnily enough you've nailed exactly how I'm feeling, that permission to NOT hide!
I know with all logic that wearing things I don't enjoy doesn't make me slimmer but I almost felt like I didn't deserve to feel dressed nicely, reading how many of us feel this way is in the nicest way, great. It's like we're in the same boat and I'm sorry you're in this boat of feeling bad about yourself, but selfishly, I'm enjoying the company! 😁

That is so true I've felt for ages I don't deserve it but thread has made me realise I do. It's also.done it in really nice and truthful way. I am looking at all the links and realise I don't have to just wear leggings.

YOURS Curve Red Floral Print Tiered Maxi Skirt https://www.yoursclothing.co.uk/yours-curve-red-floral-print-tiered-maxi-skirt-p?queryid=7123533dee1cca0263954557039d0b75&objectid=108835&position=2

I bought this today from my Yours shop 😀

Not what I'd usually wear, but it is soooo comfy on and I like it being swirly..!

I just need a navy tshirt to go with it now!

@MooBaggage That skirt is lovely! I do like a nice maxi skirt. Takes me back to my teenage goth days when all my skirts either swished round my ankles or barely covered my bum.

@LakeSnake no, it's doubled up i think, so actually quite thick. Not the best pic, but here you go. Ignore the obligatory water spill on my boob. And whilst I nearly chickened out of wearing it, I remembered, they're just arms.And aren't I lucky to have two arms that do what they're supposed to do.

@GoingDownDown love that dress you shared but as well as being rotund 22-24 I also 5’11’. So think it maybe much shorter on me and the waist might be more empire line?

I need an outfit for either a BBQ or meal out next weekend. Anyone seen anything in a cool to wear wafty fabric preferably any green colour bright greens or more sage khaki colours or corally red colours?

@Seaside3 thank you!

That blouse looks great @Seaside3 it looks very versatile too. I hope you had a great day!

Hi
Just wondering is anyone has seen a really simple true wrap skirt size 20 I'm 5 foot 6 ins I'm looking but can't find one or even just a sewing pattern I'm trying to broaden my wardrobe please?

Liking this maxi for swooshing 💃🏻

www.debenhams.com/product/hot-squash-iconic-maxi-dress_p-7bbbe8ad-c308-4dbf-a79b-404df4e60b5a

Not a wrap skirt, but this roll top maxi skirt is gorgeous

www.debenhams.com/product/hot-squash-roll-top-maxi-skirt_p-7a6bf421-0846-4366-902c-c20818721c6c

How do they walk in those..?

I've read this thread since it began and I'm overwhelmed at the support and encouragement offered.

I'm 45, 5'3 and between 18-20. I'm the biggest I've ever been but the last two years have been horrific for me and I self medicated with food. I hate how I look; belly, bingo wings, double chin, the lot. I've taken some ownership and I'm in therapy and making sensible food choices.

Three days ago I looked in the mirror, I'm pretty, I have dark blue eyes that always get compliments and my boobs, despite being big are in good shape🙂. On the back of that, I made a hair appointment and gave the stylist free reign with colour and style. What a difference🙂 It's quite youthful and very blond.

I also ordered 3 tankinis, one is a halter neck and is quite flattering. I was shy in showing my husband but he loved it. We're going on holiday in September and I'm determined not to feel self conscious about my body because life is short and death is long.

The clothes here are beautiful and I wish all you lovely ladies happy wearing 🥰