Plus Size Formal Wear For Women
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Plus Size Formal Wear

HourGlassCurves.com is dedicated to providing a great selection of Plus Size Formal Wear For Women as well as other plus size women's clothing and accessories.

We understand the fashion needs of plus size women and how difficult it can be to find attractive plus size clothing in department stores and clothing specialty stores.

What many people don't understand is that there is not just one plus size body shape.

There are no fewer than 7 unique plus size body shapes and it's very important that you select a plus size formal dress or gown that matches your unqiue plus size body shape. The list below describes each of these body shapes and the styles that work best with them.

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Every woman has a particular body type silhouette that will determine whether a certain fashion style will look flattering on her, or should be avoided. Determining and understanding the shape of your figure will significantly help you in the ability to shop with ease and confidence, and look your absolute best.

Plus Size Body Shapes

  • Diamond Shape - You have a smaller frame with narrow shoulders and back; medium, or smaller size bust and wider midriff with no defined waist.

  • Triangle Shape - Your face, shoulders, arms, bust, and ribcage appear to be overall much smaller relative to your bottom; you have a defined waist.

  • Rectangle Shape - You have a straight up and down figure, with relatively small or medium size bust, no clearly defined waist, and moderate size hips.

  • Oval Shape - You have a prominent front middle section (tummy) with no defined waist, often fuller bust and sloping shoulders.

  • Hourglass Shape - You have a very curvy shape with clearly defined waist. Your shoulders, bust, and hips are about the same width with the hips.

  • Inverted Triangle Shape - You have a top-heavy appearance, with broad shoulders and upper back as well as medium to fuller bust.

  • Figure Eight Shape - You display a combination of several shape characteristics that are commonly seen in the individual classic figure types.