Wardrobe questions for fuller figures....

[catnapper]

Oh, and another major dilemma: to leave shirts untucked or tuck them in?

I think they look unfinished untucked. Like I was too rushed in the morning to tuck it in and find a nice belt. A nasty remnant of Catholic school where the nuns and teachers were always on us (the boys mostly) about tucking in our blouses

I tuck mine in a lot, but then feel self-conscious about the tummy being out. I've been thinking maybe leaving the shirt out is best. Any thoughts on that one?

Why don't they make blouses and shirts with a finished edge or band so that when it is left out, it looks like its supposed to be out. Instead they all have a 1/4 seam and the blouse simply ends there.

[sirrahbed]

Stacy and Clinton!! I had to laugh when I got to that part. I don't think I can have a discussion about clothing without talking about Stacy and Clinton. Hubby regularly refers to them too

My full figure problem is different as I am all hips and butt with a small waist so my pants all gape at the top so I usually take them in. I have been seeing lots of casual pants with the waistband that is wide and stretchy so it hugs - like yoga pants??....anyway, that type of band fits without gathering much and gives me a smooth waist. I wonder if this type would look good on you too?? I find that any pants that are cut to sit slightly below the waist also are more flattering.

I am starting to like the look of untucked shirts - it took me awhile because I grew up always tucking except when pregnant But I bet that looks good on you since you are smaller on the bottom.

Funny that I would even respond to this post because I have no style at all - but I do notice and pay attention to clothing. And, I rarely miss What Not To Wear