Posts by Jason Moore63

Daniel Rogers50 said:Alright, I need to find some actual professional clothes for work... I can't exactly show up to a trade show wearing denim and a hoodie, I really need to get my act together.
Today's discovery: Tom Tailor... turns out their XXL actually fits me perfectly, and I managed to snag two coats at Westgate Mall... though I still haven't decided which one to grab. Honestly, the prices were a bit higher than what I’d originally set aside for a jacket, but hey, I figure it's worth it if they actually last. Tomorrow afternoon I'm going to swing by the CC1 mall to check out Clockhouse in an XL, since the Westgate location doesn't carry them—it's just Jessica and all that other overpriced nonsense there.

Those Tom Tailor coats are absolute garbage. I've been burned twice already. They barely last a single season. After wearing one for just a month, it looks totally trashed.
Their jackets, on the other hand, are actually pretty solid, and the jeans too.

Timothy James9 said:Girls, you are all hopeless...
I was at the H&M in downtown Chicago this morning, and instead of actually looking for some sexy, scandalous lingerie for myself, I found myself analyzing all of your bra sizes!
🙂

🤣🤣
So, what’s the verdict? What did you conclude from your little investigation?

Jack Gray51 said:I don't really get why you think $167 is too much for a daily bra when you already know it’s actually good? Especially since you're dealing with such a limited size range—finding anything that fits is a struggle in itself, so I think that price is totally fair. Like, your average "standard" bra is usually around $100.

My whole philosophy is that I’m always gonna splurge on whatever is most comfortable for my day-to-day life, even if it costs a bit more—rather than blowing a ton of cash on some fancy dress shoes or something similar that I’ll only wear once or twice a year.

It’s mostly because I’m still a student and I’m not exactly swimming in my own cash right now. 😉 If there’s a cheaper option, I’m taking it. Once I’m actually working and making real money, then I’ll start splurging.
Besides, it wouldn't just be $167, it would be closer to 1500 since I always buy black, beige, and white all at once. And there’s zero chance I’m buying just one—there is no way in hell I’m wearing a white bra under a black shirt, or a black one under white. 😱
At places like Victoria's Secret or Aerie, I can grab all three for $200. They have those specific lines geared toward younger women. Chantelle also has a more affordable collection for younger girls, though their largest cup size is usually a D 🙂.

Patrick Martinez4 said:Triumph carries bras in every size imaginable. I wear a 32E myself and can always find something there, plus their designs are actually pretty cute. They’re worth every penny.

I know they exist. I actually picked one up recently, but honestly? Not thrilled. It left these annoying little bulges right under my straps, just above the cups, and the fit was weird—not tight enough to hold anything, yet somehow too loose at the same time. I never had those issues with Victoria's Secret.
My absolute favorites have to be Chantelle. They actually carry a 32E, which is rare. Still, I hate spending $167 on a bra I'm just going to wear every single day, but hey, life is expensive. I guess I don't have much of a choice.

Nicholas Wilson3 said:I usually land on a size 42-44 in pants and maybe a 38-40 in shirts, depending on how they're cut, I guess.
"Most of my stuff comes from places like Gap or Marks & Spencer, and if I’m ever traveling through Europe, I might hit up H&M too."😉
To be honest, finding the right fit is still such a pain for me—like, I can never find cute knee-high leather boots that actually fasten comfortably around my calves, or bras that fit right (I'm a 38B, I think).
I actually stumbled upon one bra in that size just by pure luck! It was on sale at a $8.25 🤣 Takko shop while I was visiting a city out west, but besides that... 🙄
I used to shop at Dorothy Perkins back before everything went downhill, you know? They had such a huge selection then. And I totally agree with what Jason Moore63 said—their jeans actually last. Mine don't get those holes between the thighs immediately, unlike, say, some brands that start fraying after just a month of wearing them. 🙂 So yeah, I don't really bother there anymore.😁
Most of my denim is just standard stuff from Gap or Marks & Spencer.😉

Check out the boots over at Macy's. I picked up a pair of leather ones there last year—kind of had that riding boot vibe, really just a classic look.

Lisca should probably be sitting at 95 B. 🤔 Honestly, have you seen these models lately? They’re getting so weird. Just... desperate. It’s like they’ve lost the plot entirely. I was sitting there yesterday, just staring at my screen, thinking about how much everything used to make sense, and now? It’s all just this strange, hollow attempt at being something they aren't. It’s exhausting to watch.
I’m dealing with a bit of a struggle regarding my shape... relatively small circumference, but I have very deep tissue. I’m usually a 75E, though I lean toward a 70, but I honestly can't find a single bra manufactured in that specific size. 😱

Those Amadeus traps are absolutely pathetic when it comes to durability. I’ve already had to swap out several of them because they just fell apart after being worn for maybe two weeks. Honestly, I lost my mind—I was practically screaming at them. ☕ Man, if I had just stuck with DP, I probably could've coasted for a solid ten months without any drama.
I’m loving my Mustang trappers. Yeah, they cost a bit more upfront, but honestly? They're worth every penny. I find myself stumbling upon some killer deals at the St. Helena Outlet all the time, too.

dustylynx said:I’m hunting for some skinny jeans in a size 42, ideally priced under $200$83—any leads on where I can find those?

So, I tried on a size 40 at C&A yesterday and they were way too small for me... specifically the flat cut ones, you know, just regular black denim from there... even though a 40 felt huge on me before... 😢

The Dorothy Perkins over on Main Street😉 has such a pathetic selection. I used to go there all the time for denim. Back in the day, everything was around $43, but now they’ve jacked prices up to $179 or even more. I’ve got pretty thick thighs—total hourglass shape, 🙂—and honestly, the pairs I bought from DP have held up surprisingly well; they haven't even started thinning out between the legs yet.

Back when I was wearing a 12 or 14, I mostly stuck to Dorothy Perkins (though their collections seem to get worse every season; you're lucky if you find two or three decent things). I also hit up Takko, Zara (yeah, yeah—you can occasionally snag something bigger, but don't hold your breath), Gap (same deal, you might find a decent pair of pants if you get lucky, but they aren't always stocked), ASOS, and maybe even TJ Maxx or Marshalls before all those big chains moved into town.

I think 12/14 is often that frustrating "in-between" size. It’s hard to find in regular stores, but then once you hit the plus-size boutiques, everything starts at a 16 or 18.

: switching out of blonde mode:

Thanks, Alex Hall4😘

Amy Jones4 said:Outfit Combo 1
Marks & Spencer tunic, size 22
Dereon shoes (Sho Be Doo), size 9
Coat (boutique find from downtown Zanesville)
Belt (stretch style) from a local discount shop
Costume jewelry (just some leftovers in the drawer)
Socks (from a budget shop)



Outfit Combo 2
Mini skirt (thrift store find, Germany)
T-shirt (found at the Tower mall, clearance rack, size Large)
Belt length (125 cm, Bulgaria)
Pitarello handbag, Gusacci line
Footwear, from a department store in Reno, about $15



Outfit Combo 3
Dress (boutique find from rural Ohio)
Belt (cheap elastic kind from a discount shop)
Pitarello shoes, size 10
Nude mesh stockings

Don't take this personally, but this is pretty rough😢
I’m not talking about your body or weight or anything like that, but I honestly don't get the point of the belt/waistband🤷 I mean, it actually looks worse because your stomach just spills over it... why try to emphasize a waistline if it isn't really there?🤷 A belt like that isn't going to create one for you.
I'm all for plus-sized people not hiding behind their clothes, but still, there's a line somewhere, and it usually comes down to aesthetics.

Out of all these looks, only the last one works for me.
No offense intended, but the others are just bad.

Benjamin Richardson27 said:So, I'm hunting for some knee-high boots, preferably leather; but there's one huge issue—my calves are way too thick and I can't zip up anything. I get halfway up and then, boom, stuck. If any of you ladies know where I can find some boots that are actually wide at the top, please let me know. Thanks in advance! 🙂

Maybe check out Macy's😉
I actually picked up a pair just the other day, and honestly, they're great... they have those models where you can adjust the fit, you know, the ones that lace up in the back? They look sharp, super comfortable, and warm too... they've got non-lace versions as well... and they aren't breaking the bank either... $117👍

brightcobra20 said:Everything seems to be somewhat relative, I suppose... I usually wear a size 4 in pants, though for certain styles I might go up to a 6, and for skirts or tops, a 2 might work better. My body type is such that I have pretty wide hips and a narrow waist, so finding pants can be a bit of a struggle if they don't have any stretch in them, I guess. I noticed nobody mentioned Marks & Spencer when talking about larger sizes, which is a shame because they really have everything... they carry up to a UK 22, but a 16 or maybe an 18 in jeans fits me just fine.
I'm not quite sure why anyone wouldn't want to wear dresses... personally, I think knee-length summer or winter dresses look much better on me than pants do, since they hide my hips and my calves aren't too heavy, plus they highlight my waist. For someone with a fuller figure, wearing heels probably looks a hundred times better than just wearing a baggy shirt and some loose trousers, maybe.
Anyway, I'm currently on the hunt for some skinny jeans, and I'd rather not trek all the way to the H&M in downtown Chicago to find them. Does anyone happen to have a suggestion?

Dorothy Perkins (maybe near CC or on a main street)

Nathan Baker said:Personally, nothing under a size 14 feels "curvier" to me. So, any commentary regarding smaller sizes is frankly redundant and misses the point of this discussion entirely. As for those of us rocking a size 14 or higher, we can certainly dress however we please, of course, but there is the matter of aesthetics. It’s about knowing when to draw the line. It never occurred to me—nor would it ever—that I could just slip into the same cuts as someone with a perfectly balanced silhouette. We can lie to ourselves all we want, but let's be honest: this isn't a question of self-confidence, it's a matter of good taste. It simply looks unflattering, and people will laugh; they won't be thinking, "Wow, look at that confidence," they'll be thinking, "That person has zero sense of style," at best. That doesn't mean we have to resort to wearing shapeless sacks, either. There are plenty of options out there, and you don't have to limit yourself to just one department store.
It is far better to actually get out, take a stroll, and see things for yourself rather than hiding behind a screen and ordering from the comfort of an armchair. Then again, people will find any excuse to avoid the effort—it's too expensive, they don't have my measurements, they don't have a car, and so on. I stand by my stance that online shopping is a lesser option for all the reasons I've already mentioned.

Look, though—someone wearing a size 14 who's 5'3" isn't going to look the same as someone who's 5'11". Size alone doesn't tell the whole story... you can't just claim nothing looks curvier under a 14 without looking at the frame.

Nathan Baker said:Personally, nothing under a size 14 feels "curvier" to me. So, any commentary regarding smaller sizes is frankly redundant and misses the point of this discussion entirely. As for those of us rocking a size 14 or higher, we can certainly dress however we please, of course, but there is the matter of aesthetics. It’s about knowing when to draw the line. It never occurred to me—nor would it ever—that I could just slip into the same cuts as someone with a perfectly balanced silhouette. We can lie to ourselves all we want, but let's be honest: this isn't a question of self-confidence, it's a matter of good taste. It simply looks unflattering, and people will laugh; they won't be thinking, "Wow, look at that confidence," they'll be thinking, "That person has zero sense of style," at best. That doesn't mean we have to resort to wearing shapeless sacks, either. There are plenty of options out there, and you don't have to limit yourself to just one department store.
It is far better to actually get out, take a stroll, and see things for yourself rather than hiding behind a screen and ordering from the comfort of an armchair. Then again, people will find any excuse to avoid the effort—it's too expensive, they don't have my measurements, they don't have a car, and so on. I stand by my stance that online shopping is a lesser option for all the reasons I've already mentioned.

I actually think that girl from the blog dresses really well and looks great... she doesn't let her weight dictate her style, she controls the style. Besides, do you dress for yourself or for everyone else? If you love an outfit, who cares what some random person thinks? Why bother with shallow comments? If you like it, go for it. You just have to learn how to coordinate the pieces so the clothes fit your shape rather than letting your shape swallow the clothes. You aren't defined by the numbers on a scale. Whether it's 140, 170, 220, or 270... it shouldn't matter. Even someone with "perfect" proportions looks off if they have zero self-assurance and no smile. Most of this stuff is just mental.😉

Nathan Baker said:Look, this entire conversation is supposed to be about fashion for plus-size women. So, honestly, it feels a bit pointless when someone who isn't actually dealing with these sizing struggles tries to weigh in on the whole "ordering a dress online" debate. It creates this false impression for people who don't realize that finding affordable, diverse options for curvy women is actually quite easy if you know where to look. That’s why I mentioned earlier that it’s often much more worthwhile to just head to a larger nearby city for a proper shopping trip. It doesn't have to be New York or Chicago; if I can find what I need in a smaller town, surely there are decent options in places like Atlanta or Charlotte. Okay, maybe not everywhere, but we have to make it work somehow. Of course, there’s the practical issue of not wanting to haul yourself around on public transit just to shop—I certainly wouldn't do it, simply because lugging heavy bags around on a bus or subway makes zero physical sense. But that doesn't really validate the online shopping argument either, because, frankly, you don't have much choice otherwise. And secondly, I think that if someone has access to a car and the opportunity to go out, they aren't just doing it because they're afraid of not finding their size or feeling awkward. They just have to swallow that reality, because stores exist now. It wasn't always like this; there was a time when trying to walk into a boutique felt like walking into a gauntlet.

Like I said, until about a year ago, I used to struggle with this quite a bit. I'm 20 now (meaning I was definitely heavier back in my teens), and if it wasn't for online shopping and places like Grazer, I would've been stuck wearing shapeless tunics and pants that look like something my grandma would wear... and yeah, back when I was heavier, I actually wore dresses and skirts. They suited me way better because they hid my thighs and showed off my waist. I don't see any reason why a plus-sized woman shouldn't wear a dress...🙄 I live somewhere between Philadelphia and New York, but even then, I rarely find anything that actually fits me well in either place. Even now, when I go out with my mom—who is still plus-sized—there's hardly anything in the stores she likes that I’d actually want to wear. I love Dorothy Perkins, but their plus-size selection here is pathetic compared to what you find online. The only headache is that they don't ship directly to the States... I've had to order things for my grandma in Germany, or if you know someone in Canada, since they do ship there...😳 I like C&A too, but damn, the online selection is just so much better than what's sitting on the racks in person...

Nathan Baker said:In your specific case, though, it clearly makes sense. Chicago isn't far for me, and I have a car. Plus, wandering through a mall is practically priceless to me 🤣. Besides, I don't even need to head into the city; there's a Target nearby where I can find plenty of what I need.

By the way, ladies, let's keep in mind we're talking about fashion for "plus-sized" women, because I see some dresses being mentioned here, and it feels a bit... well, okay, "plus-sized" is a broad term, I suppose... though, truthfully, nobody is likely to see me in a dress. Except maybe for sleepwear.

I don't even fall into that category anymore (I'm a size 12 or 14 in those really tight cuts)... I used to be a year ago... and back then, I actually wore dresses.🤷🤷 Take a look at this blog:http://www.leblogdebigbeauty.com/ ...she doesn't let being plus-sized hold her back one bit.🤷

Nathan Baker said:Personally, I find online clothes shopping to be a far worse, and ultimately probably more expensive, alternative to anyone here having to drive all the way into a major hub like Chicago just to find plus-size options if their hometown lacks them. For starters, you never truly know what’s going to show up at your door or how much those polished photos lie about the actual garment, and even if you follow the measurements to a T, there is still that nagging uncertainty about whether it will actually fit your shape. And even if the sizing works out perfectly, what happens if you put it on and it just looks terrible on you? Then you're stuck with the headache of returns, shipping fees, and endless back-and-forth... I tried it once, and honestly, I'm never doing it again. Just a total waste of money.

well, then you just sell it on the forum 😂
I've never been disappointed by anything I've bought online🤷 especially stuff from ASOS... all the shops (except eBay) that Charles Kern28 listed have great reviews and wouldn't dream of selling junk. Plus, the sales are way better than what you'd find in downtown Chicago (like, ASOS has dresses for 5 or 6 bucks, whereas I could never find anything like that in the States)... I actually just ordered a gorgeous little black dress for going out from ASOS for 8 bucks 🤣 plus 6 bucks for shipping... I'll never find something like that in the US for $40

northernscout99 said:Does anyone happen to know where I can find size 14 pants in the city? I'm not actually from around here, but I'm heading into town this weekend because I seriously cannot find anything anywhere else... Thanks!

you mean skinny legs...
maybe check out Dorothy Perkins... they have stuff in the shopping district or maybe at C&A

Honestly, I’ve got the whole kit, but somehow there’s always one thing missing...

I mean, my stash has everything from Percocet 500 mg and that Percocet teen 300 mg stuff, to Neofen and Neofen Forte, Advil 400 mg, Aspirin plus C, Bentyl, Kafetin, and Voltaren for those post-workout aches. Then there's Monistat drops and cream, Aquaphor, Ventolin for my asthma, and Tobramycin drops and ointment—since I’m constantly dealing with styes and other annoying nonsense. Plus Strepsils, a huge pile of bandages because I’m basically a walking disaster area when it comes to accidental cuts, some disinfectant, sterile needles for blisters, compresses, Betadine, an elastic bandage, magnesium and zinc supplements, and some Guarana...

God, I really am a hypochondriac... but I guess I just like being ready for anything.😁

Keith Wright3 said:Found out yesterday that Jadran carries tights in sizes 6, 7, and 8, though the shop only had nude in stock...

Where do you guys usually pick up your +++ socks? 😁

Calzedonia outlet ☕
but I need a size 4 or maybe a 5 😁

amberheron64 said:Hmm, I’m not entirely sure... though prices seem relatively high—I mean, when you see people like Danijela Dvornik or Ivanka Boljkovac dressing there, they’re basically treated like A-list celebrities, right?
I know my mom used to pick up trousers there for about $167 back in the day, but with the recession hitting everything, she’s mostly sticking to flea markets or those budget retailers these days.

Anyway, back to the sister problems. First it was the pants, and now we’re dealing with a jacket crisis.
She’s hunting for this specific plaid winter jacket—and no, she won't budge on the pattern, she *needs* the plaid—with a budget of up to $$133. We checked out Ann Christine, but they don't carry anything larger than an XL, and honestly, we could barely squeeze her into it yesterday—the sleeves are incredibly narrow, not to mention she could hardly even zip it up.
So, does anyone know where I can find a plaid jacket that actually fits a size 14?
To be blunt, I managed to get that XL to button, but in my opinion, it fits more like a Medium than an XL. And those sleeves? Way too tight.

Not sure what kind of jacket you're looking for exactly (short bomber, pea coat, long parka, or what?)
But I'm pretty sure you'll find something at C&A...
I'm heading to the mall tomorrow, so I can give you a rundown of what's there if you want.😉

hey, any chance you could put the album link in your signature? 😉 😉
and I’ll keep sending over my feedback 😉

Honestly, I think Queen Latifah has such a great sense of style.😁😁

It’s those skinny jeans that really do the trick for me. They make legs look so much slimmer—you know, how they taper down right at the ankle? That’s exactly what I need. My thighs are just... well, they're a struggle, but my lower legs and ankles look like they belong to someone else entirely. Everything else, like those bootcut styles, just feels way too baggy around the bottom. It’s like I could probably fit both my legs into a single pant leg if I tried.😁 😁
Anyway, here’s a visual to show you what I mean:

skinny jeans:
http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-thin...e=l&tid=506743

and bootcut jeans:
http://www.purple-oval.co.uk/lg_imag..._Cut_Jeans.JPG

finally made it over to C&A today 😍 😍
picked up some black skinny jeans, regular waist, for $50 🤣 🤣
size 42 😁
really wanted to grab some blue ones too, but couldn't find a 42 anywhere. I was basically swimming in a 44, and while the 40 felt okay, my legs just looked... weird in them 😲 😲

but honestly, I've been feeling pretty happy all day just because of this 😍