Fashion for heavier girls?

subaru · #1 (**permalink**) 11-26-2006, 04:35 AM

I'll admit it. I'm not thin. I can't sew very good, but I make due. I only weigh 160, but it feels like I'm giant with the way most clothing is made and who it's geared to these days.

So, who has some good links to japanese-esque, lolita, and cosplay fashions that are reasonably priced for the heavier girl? (I want something pretty for my cousin's wedding^^

Thanks in advance.

katzluva · #2 (**permalink**) 11-26-2006, 05:18 AM

Fanplusfriend.com sells all lolita and cosplay goods. They have free customs made too to fit any size!

LolitaJapan · #3 (**permalink**) 11-27-2006, 12:02 AM

i understand, why cant people supply clothes for all sizes? its actually a bit sizest isnt it? im absolutely on normal wieght so i have it easy but it must be nasty for some people. :cry:

felinius · #4 (**permalink**) 11-27-2006, 02:52 AM

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Originally Posted by LolitaJapan

i understand, why cant people supply clothes for all sizes? its actually a bit sizest isnt it? im absolutely on normal wieght so i have it easy but it must be nasty for some people. :cry:

No... not really... please remember how Asians are smaller in a lot of cases so our sizes are smaller compared to American and European clothing... [American clothing is so big!! I'm literally an XS in some places ><]

I'd also prolly think that a lot of manufacturers think that their main focus is Japan, China or Korea, so that making too much of something people in these countries wouldn't buy would end up being a loss for them.

subaru · #5 (**permalink**) 11-27-2006, 02:54 AM

Exactly. I completely understand that :3

katrina · #6 (**permalink**) 11-27-2006, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by LolitaJapan

i understand, why cant people supply clothes for all sizes? its actually a bit sizest isnt it? im absolutely on normal wieght so i have it easy but it must be nasty for some people. :cry:

ah well places make clothes in the sizes that sell. ie i work at old navy which actually has a lot of plus sized clothes but the really tiny and really big sizes like we dont get as many of those and we get a toooon of stuff in average sizes. the fact is that if youre gonna mass produce stuff you just have to go with the sizes that most people are. and most people aren't tiny size 00 and not big size 16s, they're in between

Consolidate · #7 (**permalink**) 12-01-2006, 03:15 PM

I'm only 16 and I don't have a job but this christmas I'm going to ask for a sewing machine, in which case I'm heavier and I'll be attempting to make clothes that actually fit me [of course]..
ONE DAY I'LL BE FAMOUS AND THERE WILL BE LOTS OF -NEAT- CLOTHING FOR THICKER PEOPLE.

MMM YEAh.
Just you wait.

trashy*pearls · #8 (**permalink**) 12-02-2006, 05:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Consolidate

I'm only 16 and I don't have a job but this christmas I'm going to ask for a sewing machine, in which case I'm heavier and I'll be attempting to make clothes that actually fit me [of course]..
ONE DAY I'LL BE FAMOUS AND THERE WILL BE LOTS OF -NEAT- CLOTHING FOR THICKER PEOPLE.

MMM YEAh.
Just you wait.

Aw what a fabby idea! Keep us updated! ^____^

subaru · #9 (**permalink**) 12-02-2006, 05:50 AM

I have a sewing machine, but I can't sew for the life of me!

Wolfy · #10 (**permalink**) 12-03-2006, 02:47 AM

Perhaps you can buy a book, or read online tutorials on how to sow? You also don't nessicerily need a machine. I hand sow. Sure, it takes more time, and it sometimes doesn't look as good, but it's something.

subaru · #11 (**permalink**) 12-06-2006, 05:59 PM

I try, but even so... I still can't seem to sew. I think it's because I can draw and write and all that. You can't have talents in all areas, you know.

DefyAllLogic · #12 (**permalink**) 12-06-2006, 06:57 PM

so what are some good sites that do sell clothes for normal to big sized girls. i'm scard to wast money buying "free size" and not being able to get it over my boobs.

Sites Please!

meganxxrawr · #13 (**permalink**) 12-06-2006, 10:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Consolidate

I'm only 16 and I don't have a job but this christmas I'm going to ask for a sewing machine, in which case I'm heavier and I'll be attempting to make clothes that actually fit me [of course]..
ONE DAY I'LL BE FAMOUS AND THERE WILL BE LOTS OF -NEAT- CLOTHING FOR THICKER PEOPLE.

MMM YEAh.
Just you wait.

hahhah awh
good luck!

captaincookie · #14 (**permalink**) 12-19-2006, 12:36 PM

lol. it's actually the opposite for me; I'm 14 and I weight 44kg (96.8lb?), which, in comparison to most other Australian girls (asian & caucasian) of my age is very light. Shopping for clothes is a pain cause I wear size 6 pants (aussie size) and shops don't usually have them. :cry:

:? i guess the majority will always win against the minority...

Gnome Towa · #15 (**permalink**) 12-20-2006, 04:43 AM

I am 5ft-90lbs, I hate when the smallest size in the Juniors is a Zero and they are either TOO long or TOO big! WTF! I don't think it is common for tall girls to be at a size zero. I even buy shoes in the kid section. :cry:

MrsFinny · #16 (**permalink**) 12-24-2006, 04:35 AM

A good place for large girls to buy clothes is Torrid.com I know this because I am larger than most...But I like the way I look...