As we know, most of the really good plus size shopping for an Australian plus size woman is only to be had online. But online shopping can be like target practice, if you haven’t practiced and done it enough it can be a real hit or miss. Even if you haveperfected this craft, you can still be caught off guard

Breathe.

Before you start on your yellow brick road to fashion, know these following tips to ease you on down that road:

Know that all designers are NOT sized equal

Designers do not always cut from the same cloth- size speaking. This bodes well in plus size fashion. 

Although a constant frustration amongst plus size women, this is the case as more designers become available.  Like the designers in straight sized fashion, each designer fashions their garments with a specific aesthetic, meaning that they design with a specific silhouette in mind.

Before you purchase any garment, it i s always important to review size charts and fit guides if available. If not, do not hesitate to pick up the phone or send an email to contact your retailer.

Optimism is key

Shopping as an Australian plus size woman is daunting enough- but shopping online can be even scarier, not being able to try the merchandise on or hold the fabric in your hand. However, shopping online can be fun- no really, it can!  Shopping with “the glass half full” mentality heightens the opportunity to score that rare pearl in the sea.

Patience with your search

Just like shopping in and throughout the mall, you visit a few shops; try on half the store, only to leave with nothing. On the other hand, you may be looking for that ONE dress, which you are fashionably dying for, but come up empty-handed!

Shopping online is no different, but the fabulous exception here is that you are not limited to traditional shopping hours, or cities. If you are looking for more ideas check out 6 Quick Tips To Nail Trendy Plus Size Fashion

Quality over Quantity

Do you buy five items that will last a wash or one fabulous frock that will give you at least a two- year run? Invest in quality over quantity- but how do you do this? Check for fabric content, brand awareness, return policies, and customer service!

Experiment with color and shape

As you find the newest and latest in plus size fashions, you will find there are new shapes, colors, fits that no longer hide your curves under a tent, but unearth your curvaceous frame with astounding curve appeal.

While you may have a predisposed notion as to what works well with your frame, do not be afraid to step out of the box- you will never know what treasures can come from it!  

Friendly Return Policy

You have to love technology! Nowadays, you find many online retailers that have some of the most astounding shipping and return policies! Any retailer, who understands and relates to your needs, will have an enticing or fair return policy to give you a sound piece of mind!

From a customer service point of view, review the retailer’s customer service policies to know what you are investing with!

Have Fun

Shopping should always be a pleasant experience, even when scouring the Internet for the perfect figure flattering, curve enhancing, jaw dropping outfit for that special occasion.  With a lighthearted perspective and proper resources, shopping online can be fruitful and pleasant experience.