Struggles Only Plus Size Women Understand

https://instagram.com/p/vRs3CxmYW0

Apparently at Calvin Klein, size 10 is “plus size.” But too-thin-for-plus models aren’t the only struggles plus size women go through. From shorts that ride up to buttons that never close, these are the struggles that only plus size women can understand.

Finding Something Fashionable

Plus-size fashion is cool if you’re looking for staples. But if the style is fresh off the runway, you’ll have a better chance of finding it in the petite section. Which is why plus size women make better-than-average personal stylists.

Beige, Black and Tan Bras

…with straps nearly wider than you’re shoulders. They’re all you’ll find over a C cup unless you’re ready to invest some serious bucks. At least someone bothered to explain why…

Swimsuit Season

So stressful. And why is any suit over a size 12 suddenly $200?

Shopping With Skinny Friends

“Oh you want to stop at Zara? I’ll be over here checking out the jewelry.”

https://instagram.com/p/vRs3CxmYW0

Fashion Models

Calvin Klein has made it a point to say that they never claimed Myla Delbesio is officially “plus size” (they call their line that caters to the needs of “different women” Perfectly Fit).

Well no matter what you call her, plus size women still can’t tell what her outfit will look like on if she doesn’t have the hips, bust, belly or thighs that are supposed to fill out her plus size garment.

Plus Size Prices

You clicked on it because of the price tag, but once you put in your size, the bill is so much more. How can a few extra inches of fabric cost that much?

Too Much Lycra

Does all plus-size fashion have to be some kind of spandex? Plus size women need construction too.

Buttons

Button gaps are a staple of plus-size fashion. Those little fasteners just aren’t great at handling curves.

Sure you can buy it larger and tailor it down to fit, but who’s going to invest that extra cash for something they snagged off the sale rack?

The Word Plus Size

Why push people into categories in the first place? Tyra banks has been fighting to get the term banned and we’re on board.

Plus Size Store Names

Lane Bryant is cool, but Making It Big? Or Big Beauty Clothing? Pass.

Shapeless Shirts

The top part is sinking between your boobs. The bottom is draped to make you look pregnant. Welcome to plus size’s staple shape.

Everything About Shorts

They just don’t cut them for plus size bodies. They get friction damage around the in seam, constantly ride up (showing off the friction damage on your thighs), bunch in strange places and almost always require a long t-shirt to help you cover up.

Busy Patterns Galore

So many colors, patterns and a ridiculous amount of animal print. Time to do your plus size shopping online.