Q&A for How to Dress when You Are Fat

Don't wear clothes that are too big. Instead, wear clothes that make your body appear slim and don't cling. Consider seeing a tailor so that your clothes are cut specifically for your body. Wearing clothes with vertical themes will also help you appear slimmer. This can include skinnier lapels, ties, and anything that keeps the eye going vertical.

Do not wear baggy clothing to try to hide your weight—that will actually make you look larger. Also, avoid clothing that's too tight, especially around your midsection. Instead, wear clothing that loosely skims your figure and while defining your waist.

Buy a looser pair of shorts that feel comfortable. And don't worry about it, shorts are for everyone, there is no need to hide.

Wear a dress with lines and curves running down the length of your body and waist to give an illusion of a slimmer torso.

If you want to wear sleeveless shirts, you should do it. Don't worry about what other people might think or say or society's expectations that only people with certain types of bodies can wear certain types of clothes. Life's too short.

Wear what you like. If you like dresses and one pieces, wear them. Do not worry about your weight, clothing isn't going to make you weigh less.

I switched to wearing skorts. I find that they are more flattering for me than shorts, but they still allow me to be active. I buy knit skorts that look just like a skirt, but they have attached shorts underneath. The attached shorts are a tighter knit material (much like shorts that cheerleaders often wear under their uniform skirts) and they don't tend to ride up as much because they have a snug fit.

If you are struggling, try looser, slightly longer shorts first before slowly getting tighter and shorter pairs until you're OK in any pair!

There are a few options. Learning to sew your own clothing is actually not that hard. There are many patterns marked as "easy to sew," and you'd be able to make them to fit your exact size instead of trying to find ready-to-wear clothing that generally isn't made for someone who has any issues with proportions. If you can't or don't want to go that route, you could buy pants that fit your largest part and then have the pants altered to fit. If the legs just need to be tapered, it may not cost that much to have them altered, which would allow you to get a better fit without breaking the budget. The last option is to simply choose legging type pants and wear them with longer tops.

Yes. You should wear whatever you want to wear. If you feel comfortable in short dresses, then go ahead. With confidence, you can rock anything.

Wear black clothing. It makes you look thinner.

Make sure your shirt fits you correctly so it will look neat when you tuck it in and wear a tie. A jacket can also help detract from extra weight.

Feel free to dress in whatever makes you feel comfortable! Black is a nice color to make you look slimmer if you prefer that.

Wear vertical stripes. They make you appear less "big" and more curvy. Wearing horizontal stripes can make it look like you have more tummy fat than you actually do.

Try one with a belt, or vertical (but not straight) lines toward the middle of it running down the dress.

Tuck it in! One of the best ways to make something look fitted and natural to your shape is by tucking your shirt into your shorts/jeans/skirt and then puffing out where it's tucked in slightly so it looks natural.

Some light concealer might hide them, however, stretch marks are very common in people of all sizes! You won't be judged for having them.

If you tend to eat at fast food establishments, try cutting back on condiments, or going bunless if it's an option. Try opting for the grilled options or salads. When you order a salad, only use part of the dressing they provide, or none at all; with the dressing a salad can be as fattening as a Big Mac. Use an alternative to soda: order a water, an unsweetened tea, or if your location has a custom beverage dispenser, you can order a fruit-flavored sparkling water if you really want a carbonated drink. Pro tip: Never order fries, or ask for them to be removed from your combo. They're emotionally satisfying snacks, but basically just carbs, fats, and an unnecessary amount of sodium.

Tucking your t-shirt in is actually more flattering! It shows your shape in your jeans instead of covering it up.

Invest in some swimming clothes that you feel comfortable in, for example, an old t-shirt and some "work-out" shorts. Then, don't let your weight stop you from going swimming, as it's great exercise and you are going to enjoy it.

Body-con mini dresses look nice on people with dark skin and people of any size. Mini skirts and normal skirts will also look good. You can top this off with hoodies or shirts. Bright colors look great on people with dark skin, but if you don't want to stand out you could wear something like tan or grey, or even dark red. Of course it's totally your choice, wear what you like!

Black and darker colors are the best.

Wear shirts that accentuate your waist and chest while drawing away attention from the regions you are uncomfortable with. If you feel uncomfortable about your thighs, wear longer shirts.

Go for scoop or V-neck dresses. The best dresses for broad shoulders and big arms are those that have a scoop or v-neckline, rather than a crew or square neckline. Dresses with these necklines are best because they draw they eye downward towards the waist, away from broad shoulders.

If you want to look nice with your shirt tucked in, do not wear your pants under your belly. Wear it above your belly so it would look less noticeable.

Not particularly, but try to stay away from materials like full spandex or leather. Shiny fabric will also draw attention to your body. Denim is a good fabric to wear, but make sure to try on as many styles as possible, to see what flatters you best. Loose, flowing fabric is good for mellowing out your shape, but make sure to accentuate your waist. This can be done with a belt or wrap.

It really depends on the wedding garment you will be wearing. A gown should cover your knees, and even so it shouldn’t be that noticeable.

Try an Empire-style dress or a dress that is similar, as this style will work best. It is loose enough and short enough for you to be active, and light enough for summer. I'm a bit heavy and I had to go to my sister's spring baby shower, and I found that these dresses are quite flattering.

A dress that skims the figure with a low percentage of stretch fabric gives you a lovely silhouette (nothing higher than mid-thigh). If you like to hide the tummy area, then I would wear a dress with some gathered material, pleats or folds that give a bit of an optical illusion. You can also have beading or something similar near the decolletage to detract away from other areas. If you want a sexier dress it is best to show hints of skin. For shorts, get a loose size (again, not too short) and tailor them in to your shape for a better fit. Heels are always a bonus.

Yes, you can. Confidence is everything. Also remember this. Do you care if someone is fat, skinny, or how they look? The answer to that question should be no. So, why would most other people care how you look? And if they do, they are not worth your time or effort.