As we prepare for the spring season (Can it be here already? I’m freezing) the latest trends, collections and magazines are teasing us with the new and I am here for it all.
Yes ma’am!
BUT, if you are new to playing with fashion, or if you are like me: you notice that your personal style is evolving or you need a little help, then sometimes getting out of your routine or knowing what to do or where to start, can be a daunting task. But we’re here to help you get your plus size spring style in order!
We’ve put together some tips that YOU can own, rock and embrace, to help your personal plus size spring style flourish.
So I urge you to take some steps with me! Read and tell me what you think! Be sure to share with your friends and loved ones who may also be looking for some tips!
Let’s do some plus size spring style shopping.
18 Fashion Tips to Boost Your Plus Size Spring Style
1. Play with color
Oooohhh, I’m so here for the color intensity for spring. I look forward to soft blues and lilacs, pristine whites, bold reds, and even metallic golds. You’ll see a lot of Pantone’s color of the year, peach fuzz, this spring. Insert it into your knitwear and accessories.
2. Find a few new, trendy key items to add to your closet
Fashion items are always a perfect complement to your wardrobe. This is where fashion options and those fashion segments come in handy in developing and perfecting your own plus size spring style. You can buy fashion pieces without spending a lot of money and combine them with your basic pieces.
Some of the spring 2024 trends worth owning are sleek white dresses, fitted trench coats, chic fringes, fun pencil skirts, shorts, statement sheers, and bold suits.
3. Eye for details
One cheat code for adding details to your wardrobe is with crafting. Lace, quilted and printed fabrics. Graphic stripes will always be in style and will definitely be making a strong comeback this spring.
4. Clean the closet
This is very important advice. Make sure you make 3 piles (Keep, maybe, donate). Take your time, try on the clothes you’ve been wearing for a while and think about how to wear them. Let go of pieces that no longer fit your style.
5. Upgrade your signature pieces
Maybe you have that black blazer that you like so much. How about upgrading with a mint green or red blazer? Your favorite jeans? Maybe get them in another color.
6. Imagine the style of your dreams (Create a mood board)
As a designer and stylist, one of the first questions I ask a client is, “Whose closet would you love to raid?” This lays the foundation and provides a starting point. Pinterest is a fun and easy way to create a mood board.
7. “Wear something that scares you”
This is one of my favorite rules. Getting out of your comfort zone can be a very difficult task and, at the same time, very rewarding when you do it. Whether it’s a crop top, bright colors or a tight dress. Promise me you’ll at least try something that scares the shit out of you. *Pinky promise.
8. Find some new, versatile staples to add to your closet
A white t-shirt is a very versatile wardrobe staple, no matter your style. You can dress them up with a jacket and an A-line skirt. Dress it up, of course, with jeans. Another versatile one is a shirt dress.
9. Supplement to maximize
Can you use too many accessories? Never if you love jewelry. Don’t be afraid to express yourself with a chunky necklace, a big statement bag, or over-the-top statement earrings or bracelets. Your accessories should speak for you without you having to say a word.
10. Update the foundation
Foundations, you ask? I mean underwear. When was the last time you were measured? Last time you bought shapewear (if this is your thing?) or updated your underwear collection? With new silhouettes for spring, it’s important to get these underwear right so your favorite plus size spring style pieces fit just the way they’re supposed to.
11. Play with elements that make you feel safe (Not just because it’s fashionable)
Personally I love wearing tight dresses, they make me feel very confident. I love how versatile they are. I also feel confident in a bodysuit, jeans, and designer sneakers. Whatever makes you feel safe, use it until the wheels fall off. Also buy different colors and prints.
12. Make sure you know the suitability of each retailer
Not all plus size brands fit the same. (just like straight sizes). While some brands DO If you have fit issues, it’s essential to know which brands have a more junior fit, a missy fit, or true to size. This will help you navigate between designers, retailers and boutiques! Please note that fast fashion brands sometimes the size chart is not accurate.
13. Forget about the “size” of the garment, pay attention to the fit
I don’t know how loud I can shout this, BUT the fit is much more important than the size of the number. When an item fits you well, you feel more confident, comfortable, and self-assured as you take on the day or event. If an item of clothing doesn’t fit right, pulling, tugging, or any other telltale sign can keep you from enjoying life, all because you care about your clothes!
14. Know your measurements
Shopping online can be a very annoying and unnecessary game of what fits and what doesn’t. Knowing your measurements eliminates most of the guessing games and the fun of returning packages.
15. Organize the closet
It is one thing to clean and purify the closet and another to organize it. I’ve even made a post or two about this! But what’s the point of having an effective and complete wardrobe if you can’t find anything? I live to organize myself by item and color… what about you?
16. Read blogs, magazines, and your favorite retailers’ sites to find out what will happen next.
We’re here to help, be a resource, and give you some plus size spring style tips you can play with! We have tons of plus size resources to help you find plus size designers, plus size dresses, lingerie, shoes, you name it!
17. Have fun
One of the things that helped me the most was taking the seriousness out of it and learning to have a little more fun playing with loose clothing, accessories, hair and makeup!
18. Own it!
Whatever you decide to rock, baby, OWN IT!
You know, this journey is constantly evolving and may take a little longer than others. Beauty is learning who you are or realizing WHAT you want to say, along the way!
What spring style tips or trends for plus sizes resonate the most with you? What are your favorite plus size spring style trends? Lets chat!
