If you were to ask a group of women what they think are the top three things women stress about, I guarantee one of them is their weight or figure. We are surrounded by the entertainment industry, in awe of celebrities, looking at perfect airbrushed models on magazine pages, longing for the ideal figure. The truth is, these stars do not represent the real, every day woman: they are loaded with make-up, hair and eye lash extensions, tanning lotion, etc; they have personal trainers, make-up artists and hair stylists that cost thousands and thousands of dollars a year. And anyone in a magazine is digitally altered. Catch one of these ladies gaining some weight, and the media viciously attacks them in magazines, newspapers, and on television. I suppose that is why they spend so much time at the gym and with people to make them ‘beautiful’. This is their story, not like the rest of the world out here. It is just as hard for a full figured teenager or adult to go through life overweight. It doesn’t have to be on the news to be embarrassing or damaging to our self esteem. Whether it is genetic or over eating, these women need to feel beautiful and sexy, just like anyone else. And they can. Thankfully, when it comes to plus size lingerie, there are many large size options out there to compliment every body shape.
One of the most important issues for a full figured lady with a large bust, is proper support. The solution: a plus size bra or full figure bra, which provides additional support for larger bra sizes. If you haven’t thought about it, when we get into the DD, DDD, and G sizes, we’re talking about multiple pounds of weight on the front of a body that does not balance out with gigantic shoulder blades of equal size. No, the pull and the tension that large breasts create on the human body extends from below the collar bone to the shoulder, neck, and back muscles. It is primarily the back muscles that become responsible for carrying around the extra weight which causes discomfort and pain. It was a great day for larger women when bra manufacturers came out with the “posture bra”. This bra comes in different colors and styles, but the main point is to relieve the back muscles by adding a thick band at the bottom of the bra and widening the straps along the shoulders. Some look like bras with a couple extra inches on the bottom and some extend lower, mimicking a corset. For every day wear, they have gotten great reviews and should be in every full figured woman’s drawer.
Now, on the topic of flattering intimates or sexy lingerie for the same group of women, we can lay the issue of back pain to rest. It is my hope that every woman can see herself as beautiful and attractive in a wide variety of “unmentionables”. There are just as many options for her as any average sized woman. Learning the tricks of the trade to look gorgeous is essential for finding the right look for a larger figure, congruent with individual needs. For example, if a woman is uncomfortable with some extra fat on the back and belly, she can decide against a bra and panty set and go for a baby doll dress, a flattering cotton and lace camisole set, or a short, flirtatious robe with a garter belt and thigh highs. A ‘teddy’ is another option. It is like a body suit, meaning it slips off the shoulders and may or may not fasten at the crotch; it looks very much like a one piece bathing suit. If it is made with the right fabric and right color, it is going to be flattering in a size 12. Throw a sheer, long sleeved robe over it and some cute heels meant for the boudoir, and this woman is going to get the double take and a “wow”. Any insecure areas of her body are going to be covered in peek-a-boo fashion and the heels will elongate her overall head-to-toe appearance. Another option is a corset. Corsets look hot on everybody, as they lift the breasts for amazing cleavage and they are also slimming. Pairing a corset with a pair of fancy boy shorts finishes the look with a more modest, full coverage panty. Add a matching boa over her shoulders and we have a great, sophisticated look. Black is always a great choice because it is a classic, sexy color and it has the most potential to support a slimming appearance. A gorgeous floor length black satin gown is going to work on a size 4 or a size 12. If she is worried about larger arms, again, just add a delicate robe, maybe in a contrasting color.
Remember, ladies, if you are getting ready for a passionate night, your partner already finds you attractive and appealing. If you have insecurities, leave them at the door andownyour body shape, don’t be ashamed of it. Wear what you are comfortable with, and your self confidence will be another asset to being a voluptuous, spicy woman!