Did you know that average height for an American woman is actually 5'4"? And the average clothing size for women in America is size 14?

Most clothing manufacturers only offer up to size 16. And the clothes they produce often do not allow for ease and can be very tailored. This is a problem for larger size women.

On the other hand, some Plus Size stores create just the opposite - Big, Oversized, Long and Loose fitting clothing. Yes, these clothes will fit you, but is it the "look" you want? It's ok for causal attire about the house and taking the day off from work clothes, but there should be other options. Consider this:

When looking for a better fit clothing company try to search for plus size stores that don't under or over cut at the chest, armhole and especially at the hip. It is better not to have the same chest and hip measurement. For example if you are a 1x and your chest measurement is 46" all the way around and you have wide hips add at least 4" or a total of 50".

This is a pretty good formula for one layer garments -- plus size tops, blouses, shirts and tanks. Especially if you are considering thin cottons, organic rayons and silks.

If you have any questions just email our designer at: stephen@generousfashions.com