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You are here: Home / Outfit of the Day / fashion do: plus size stripes

fashion do: plus size stripes

April 2, 2013 by CurvyGirlChic 60 Comments

Curvy Girl Chic Plus Size Fashion Blog Striped Maxi Outfit
Who says plus size girls can’t wear stripes?
[ :: Asos striped maxi dress (similar) :: Gap denim moto jacket (similar) :: scarf c/o FRAAS :: ]
[ :: Rebecca Minkoff Ostrich Clutch (on super sale here!) :: two lips wedges :: bracelets from Forever 21 & Taiwan :: ]
Curvy Girl Chic Plus Size Fashion Blog Striped Maxi Outfit
Curvy Girl Chic Plus Size Fashion Blog Striped Maxi Outfit
Curvy Girl Chic Plus Size Fashion Blog Striped Maxi Outfit
Curvy Girl Chic Plus Size Fashion Blog Striped Maxi Outfit
Curvy Girl Chic Plus Size Fashion Blog Striped Maxi Outfit
[ :: Asos striped maxi dress (similar) :: Gap denim moto jacket (similar) :: scarf c/o FRAAS :: ]
[ :: Rebecca Minkoff Ostrich Clutch (on super sale here!) :: two lips wedges :: bracelets from Forever 21 & Taiwan :: ]

So tired of hearing the same plus size fashion don’ts cycled around everywhere. STRIPES ARE OKAY, YA’LL. Better than okay. They’re awesome. Necessary. Essential. I’m obsessed, and frankly, sick of people saying plus size girls can’t wear them.

I still remember being majorly bummed out as a kid when I was out shopping during a family trip in Taiwan (where everyone is tiny), and I was wearing one of my favorite striped shirts. Out of nowhere, my mom walked up from behind and told me I really shouldn’t wear striped shirts anymore because I looked fat. The rest of that day I was so self-conscious I couldn’t even focus on shopping. True story. Amazing mainly because I can’t remember the last time something distracted me from shopping. Anyway, I wish I’d known then what I know now, because let’s set this straight–I am plus size. I will be plus in a black dress, and I will be plus in a striped one. No amount of spanx, “slimming” colors, or fat-smushing-torture devices will change that.

Moral of this story? WEAR STRIPES. because they’re awesome. and so are you.

Filed Under: Outfit of the Day, plus size clothing, Uncategorized Tagged With: asos, FRAAS, Gap, personal, plus size fashion, Rebecca Minkoff, stripes

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  1. Stephanie

    April 2, 2013 at 2:12 pm

    You look so amazing…

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:45 pm

      Thank you!! ๐Ÿ˜€

      Reply
  2. โ˜ฏZERO STYLEโ˜ฏ

    April 2, 2013 at 2:35 pm

    So cute! I am so into maxi dresses right now.

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:46 pm

      Me toooo! I keep reaching for them since they're so comfortable and easy. hahaha ๐Ÿ˜€ Lazy dressing at its best! ๐Ÿ˜€

      Reply
  3. Leslie

    April 2, 2013 at 3:49 pm

    Super cute!

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:46 pm

      Thanks Leslie! ๐Ÿ˜€

      Reply
  4. grownandcurvywoman

    April 2, 2013 at 3:59 pm

    Love this look! I have the same maxi dress and its is my absolute favorite! I completely agree with you. Wear what makes you feel wonderful no matter what people say!

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:46 pm

      It's an awesome dress, right? So comfortable! ๐Ÿ˜€

      Reply
  5. My Kurves

    April 2, 2013 at 4:33 pm

    Who says Plus Size girls can't wear Everything!! You wear it all so very well. Following on Bloglovin to see what you wear this summer!

    http://mykurves.blogspot.com

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:47 pm

      Thank you so much! Happy to have you following! ๐Ÿ˜€

      Reply
  6. Lace N Leopard

    April 2, 2013 at 5:13 pm

    I love how effortless yet cute this is!! Much love…

    Tiff
    http://www.lacenleopard.com

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:47 pm

      Thank you!! Love your blog, btw! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  7. Megan, TfDiaries.com

    April 2, 2013 at 6:05 pm

    gorgeous! Xo Megan, http://www.TfDiaries.com

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:47 pm

      Thanks Megan! ๐Ÿ˜€

      Reply
  8. Jennifer

    April 2, 2013 at 8:01 pm

    Love your outfit! I don't feel that confident in stripes and I wish I did.

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:48 pm

      Aw, give it time! It's hard to ignore all those voices telling us what we can't wear, but you should wear whatever makes you happy! Stripes or no stripes. xo!

      Reply
  9. Julie

    April 2, 2013 at 10:26 pm

    Amen, sister! Fabulous post. You said it all. From a very short and very curvy Canadian who has been following your blog for over a year, and who admires your personal style :).

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:49 pm

      Thank you! ๐Ÿ˜€ You're too sweet. Love you for following for so long!! xx ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  10. Janae Holmes

    April 2, 2013 at 10:28 pm

    LOVE LOVE LOVE this post!!! I've been so self conscious about wearing strips because someone told me the same thing. I have a cute striped skirt just sitting my closet and now, I'm going to pull it out and rock it this week. Thank you for sharing!
    I'm really loving this look on you, the ASOS maxi dress paired with the scarf and moto jacket is such a perfect look. I love it! And the added pop of color with the clutch is perfect! Love your style!!!!

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:49 pm

      Yes, do ittt! ๐Ÿ˜€ Thanks for the sweet comment! ๐Ÿ˜€

      Reply
  11. Tammy

    April 2, 2013 at 11:17 pm

    I don't see this dress on ASOS. ๐Ÿ™

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 2:40 am

      Hi Tammy! Sorry, the dress is from a few seasons ago. ๐Ÿ™ There are several similar dresses though! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  12. Tammy

    April 2, 2013 at 11:17 pm

    PS It's a cute look! You look super cute!!

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:49 pm

      Thanks! ๐Ÿ˜€

      Reply
  13. Meghan

    April 3, 2013 at 1:49 am

    I totally agree. I'm on the rounder side of the spectrum and I actually feel like stripes look better than most other prints. Pear shaped girls actually look better in horizontal stripes too. That's the awesome part. ๐Ÿ™‚

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    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:51 pm

      People get so wrapped up in what "looks good" and what doesn't. Everyone should just wear whatever they want and stop caring about what other people wear! haha Thanks for commenting! ๐Ÿ˜€

      Reply
  14. Cassandra Westfall

    April 3, 2013 at 4:57 am

    I am short and curvy/thick. I love stripes. There is no stripe that plus-size girls shouldn't wear. My favorite are chevron stripes, but they're all good! Love your look. I am obsessed with that jacket!

    Cassie
    http://stylecassentials.blogspot.com

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:52 pm

      I love chevron stripes, too! ๐Ÿ˜€ hehe Zigzags are seriously the way to my heart! ๐Ÿ˜€ xo!

      Reply
  15. Ale

    April 3, 2013 at 5:22 am

    Love how this dress looks on you and how it elongates and flatters you.

    -Ale
    http://www.fatshiondiary.com

    Reply
  16. Stacey Pa

    April 3, 2013 at 8:07 am

    I have this dress and I LOVE it I am short and curvy so as the rules say I really shouldn't wear stripes or a maxi dress! The rules are wrong I look great in it and have had several compliments its a great fit and the stripes work really well! You look lovely as always
    http://Www.theladylovesstyle.com

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:53 pm

      Thanks! ๐Ÿ˜€ and YES GIRL. hehe ๐Ÿ˜€

      Reply
  17. rach

    April 3, 2013 at 9:53 am

    You look lovely.

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:54 pm

      Thank you! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  18. Kerri HollyMuffin

    April 3, 2013 at 1:42 pm

    You pull this off so well. I feel like I really couldn't.
    The colours + the length + the accessories are just to die for. I love your blog!
    Kerri at HollyMuffin

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:54 pm

      Trust me, you definitely can! Stripes work for everyone. There are so many options you just need to find one you like! ๐Ÿ˜€ xx!

      Reply
  19. Penny

    April 3, 2013 at 7:07 pm

    THANK YOU. I'm a plus size and I love stripes too.

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:55 pm

      hehe <3 thank YOU!

      Reply
  20. Nina

    April 3, 2013 at 10:07 pm

    I think you look great in the stripes and I totally agree that plus size women can totally rock stripes and look great just like you!

    Nina
    http://curvymod.blogspot.com/

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:55 pm

      Thanks Nina! xoxo!

      Reply
  21. Susan Plus Size Diva

    April 4, 2013 at 5:08 am

    Thanks for posting a pic article on plus size clothing with stripes. I love it. You make it divine! Also I am in love with the Forever 21 bracelet. Nice match.

    Reply
  22. Ginger

    April 7, 2013 at 6:16 pm

    WOW lovely! <3

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:55 pm

      Thank you!! *blush*

      Reply
  23. Tashia

    April 7, 2013 at 9:07 pm

    My striped maxi and denim jacket were two of my favorite pieces last spring. I can't wait to break them out again! Stripes are for EVERYbody. ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • CurvyGirlChic

      April 9, 2013 at 3:55 pm

      Yes! I can't wait to wear this more often this spring! ๐Ÿ˜€

      Reply
  24. Wendy Ayche

    April 10, 2013 at 5:49 am

    Omg youโ€™re so cute!!
    Much love,
    Wengie
    http://www.wengie.com

    Reply
  25. Whitney James

    April 14, 2013 at 3:56 am

    I love a good maxi dress! Super cute and I love the scarf!

    ~Whitney
    http://www.whitneynicjames.com

    Reply
  26. Bree TheUrbanUmbrella

    April 16, 2013 at 3:20 pm

    ooo this may be my favourite look on the blogosphere atm! Loving the dress, totally gorgeous and love the scarf <3

    Reply
  27. Chrissy

    April 18, 2013 at 8:16 pm

    Looks great! I need to get a denim jacket

    -Chrissy of Crashbeauty.com

    Reply
  28. Mother Of One

    June 9, 2013 at 10:47 pm

    very cute. i always wonder if i can pull off a maxi dress like this. i am short and plump and love maxi dresses but wont buy one for me. you look so awesome. i need to be like you ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  29. Mother Of One

    June 9, 2013 at 10:47 pm

    love it so wish i could pull it off

    Reply
  30. sreenidhi

    June 26, 2013 at 6:42 pm

    aw..! jealous ๐Ÿ˜€ ๐Ÿ˜‰ i m realy !

    Reply
  31. Anonymous

    August 11, 2013 at 9:42 am

    I really love your attitude!! And personally, I think you look FANTASTIC in that striped dress.

    Reply
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    March 12, 2014 at 3:59 am

    que bonita eres,,y me encantรณ tu estilo,,saludos ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
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    March 12, 2014 at 3:59 am

    que linda eres,y me encantรณ tu estilo,,saludos desde Mexico ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  34. Nina

    June 8, 2014 at 9:12 am

    I think the secret to making stripes work is to interrupt them with the right accessories. You've done this really well and given me an idea of how to play around with a maxi dress I bought but have found to be a bit unflattering. Thank you!

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