Dear Adam:
As a plus-size woman, what do I absolutely need in my closet?
Response:
Lingerie that lifts, smooths, and supports, including shapewear pieces and a properly fitted bra. You've got to get dressed from the inside out.
A white wrap shirt to show off your waist (if you have one) or give the illusion of curves (if you don't).
Black boot-cut stretch pants to balance broader hips.
Jeans with some stretch—I'll even allow elasticized waists as long as you swear to wear your tops untucked.
A wrap dress in a solid color (more slimming than prints).
A trenchcoat with a waist-shrinking belt. Epaulets build up the shoulders—instant hourglass.
A straight skirt for the curvy; an a-line if your body shape is less defined.
A stretch tank to layer with—it helps to contain larger breasts.
A pair of heels for shapelier calves.
…and opaque hose to match—for the longest-looking legs in town.
As a plus-size woman, what do I absolutely need in my closet?
Response:
From the November 2007 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
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