Live it Large this Christmas

If you fancy a festive party this year then this may be the one for you. Biggie's is a club specifically catering for plus sized people, and for friends who are size accepting. They put on a number of events each year in the Brittania Basement Bar in Monument, London. The Christmas event is black tie, so a perfect excuse to get dressed up and look gorgeous.

Founder Lil says: 'We have worked hard to build a club with a friendly atmosphere, good reputation and to always provide great value for money."

"I have been asked for the last two years to make our Xmas shin-dig a bit fancy, so this year, I'm doing it. Our Xmas Party has now become our Xmas Black Tie Ball, so guys, dust off your swankiest suits and ladies, it's time to get those ballgowns out of mothballs."

A good number of tickets have already been sold for this event and it is recommend you buy your tickets in advance to avoid disappointment. You can buy them online at Lovingitlarge.co.uk. Need a new outfit? Curvety.com have an amazing selection of womens evening dresses suitable for such an occasion in sizes 16 to 36.

Plus Size Suits

There are certain lines that are just harder to find in plus sizes, like fashionable jackets and coats, work suits are always a little mission impossible if you are an 18 plus. The main problem I have with this is that I feel that a well cut suit is one of the most flattering outfits on a curvy figure.

That is why I was so pleased to find a new line of workwear at Curvety.com. I am assured that the line will be growing over the coming months to include more choice in size and style. Right now they only have up to a size 26 (this will grow to a 36 to match their other lines) but the three new styles available are all flattering and on trend, Particularly the very smart waistcoat suit which I am rushing to buy now before it sells out as I think it will offer just the right mix of fashion while making me look presentable and professional in the office.

US Plus Size market Largest fashion sector

Currently the womens plus size market in the US counts for 43% of the retail apparel market, a huge percentage for what has always been classed as a niche sector. By 2012 Women’s Plus size is projected to grow to 62.4 billion dollars, a massive growth of 20%!

In the US this is catered for by some great plus size brands such as Igigi and Kiyonna, plus a number of high street names. In general the UK market follows four years behind US size trends, so with such a large market for the future are we prepared here in the UK? Many high street brands in the UK are starting to realise they need to cater for a more diverse size range, including plus sizes, and the choice is improving. There is also a large increase in the number of specific online retailers such as Curvety.com, which means plus size women can now find trendy clothing in their size rather than the tent like outfits which have been associated with plus sizes in the past.

Over the coming years the acceptance of the plus size industry will have to grow, as will the offering. But can we still class it as a niche market when it is such a large percentage of the entire fashion industry? I think not.

New Plus Size Resource

I have discovered a brand new plus size resource called 'Larger Than Life'. This is the first UK based forum site I have come across specifically for the fuller figured woman and I think it is a great idea to have a community where we can air our grievances, give & receive advice & chat to like minded people.

The website is brand new so needs your support to make it the true resource it has the potential to be. Check it out now - Larger Than Life.

There are also some introductory offers available, specifically a discount code for my favourite plus size clothing shop - Curvety.com.