I am a woman on the plus side, standing at 5'10 and weighing 197pounds and I think that I look good for height. But when I get all dolled up, people look at me as though I have just broken the law. I don't think I look any worse than a woman who stands 5'10 and weighs 125 pounds. I think it's all in the way you carry yourself.
2006-09-29 05:37:48 · 25 answers · asked by wilsonhutchison04 3 in Beauty & Style ➔ Fashion & Accessories
It's a double standard, doll. Keep on doing what makes you feel confident!
2006-09-29 05:43:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
I was massively thin when I was a teenager (up to age 21). Skinny women can get away with wearing revealing clothes a little more than larger women, but they still get disapproving looks and even comments if they are not in the right settings. Clubs, bars, parties, no problem. But a revealing outfit in a school (any school) is inappropriate and will get comments no matter your size.
2016-03-26 22:45:35 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should look yourself in the mirror after you are dressed and ask yourself if you would feel comfortable making yourself look all dolled up. Dressing in a way that makes you feel good and little children asking their mothers "why is that lady dressed like that?" is seriously not okay.... But dressing in a way that makes other people respect you and you respecting yourself, because why should anybody respect your choice of clothing if your choice of clothing isn't reflecting someone to be respected.
As for those stick-thin girls, they look really weird in a teeny-tiny top and shorts too... But the sleeveless tops on women 275 pounds and 5', I'm sorry! The verdict is out, and that is not right and isn't respecting other peoples boundaries... You are alright!
2006-09-29 06:22:09 · answer #3 · answered by mean. mode. median 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To be totally honest-i don't think revealing clothes look good on anyone! The best way to go is clothing that fits, looks good, and makes you feel good! If you think you look great-who cares what other people think-I've noticed most times when people look at someone like that 9 times out of ten-they are jealous!! I'm sorry that people make you feel that way, you really don't sound like a "big girl" to me! Isn't it society that determines what is right and wrong in the eyes of fashion? I myself am a "skinny girl" I get looks all the time from people-why? Who the hell knows-who the hell cares right? Keep doing what you are doing, if it feels right for you, you can't go wrong!!
2006-09-29 05:56:49 · answer #4 · answered by lilbit1231 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I don't think there is anything wrong with glamming yourself up no matter what size you are. But yet again, you may seem 'not to conform to what society expects'and that is why you get odd looks. I agree, it is all about how you carry yourself. Being confident in your own skin, so to speak. So if I were you, I'd carry right on dressing the way you do and if people stare say, 'what you staring at? You like what your seeing???'
and then give them a dirty chuckle ;)
2006-09-29 05:55:43 · answer #5 · answered by kkre3975 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it's the intimidation factor, society thinks a petite dolled-up female is due protection and cuddling. A healthy woman @ 5'10", and 197 must promote a "well this gal can handle her own issues" attitude. But you go girl, cuz a female @ 5'10" and 125 is downright scary and skeletal, not willowy and grace.
2006-09-29 05:54:12 · answer #6 · answered by hnz57txn 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think you are right, it's all in the way you carry and present yourself. I think those stick thin women look horrible! I'd much rather see a plus size girl tactfully dressed (you can dress revealing but tactful!) than to see those skinny girls dressed like "come and get me". Truth be told, alot of men like women with a few curves!
2006-09-29 05:53:52 · answer #7 · answered by rnash0305 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Guess it's all a matter of perspective. Remember, Hollyweird programs people to believe that you have to be skinny as a rail in order to be attractive. From a male perspective, the truth is most guys really don't like women who are that skinny because they look anemic, anorexic, malnourished; heck, just plain SICK. However, it's also true that most guys don't like women who have too many extra pounds. But then, what constitutes too many extra pounds? Good question...
2006-09-29 05:49:09 · answer #8 · answered by sarge927 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i wasnt going to answer this question until i saw justsomegirl's answer.....im 5'4" and weigh 165# ...i think the problem here that you are asking about is not so much you or any person who does carry themselves well but those that show way too much...i wont wear tank tops because i know i got too much going on in the uupper arm area and noone wants to see it - its my preference for feeling comfortable....but you are right - if you present yourself tastefully overweight women can be sexy no matter what they are wearing...and for justsomegirl....i would like to think that someone serving in our coast guard and studying at harvard would have at least a little more intelligence than to post something so obtuse.....your lack of sensitivity especially to those of your gender tells me that no matter where you study you'll never get anywhere in life worth going to...personally i think youre gross
2006-09-29 05:55:08 · answer #9 · answered by cookiesmom 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You made my Friday! It is so nice to hear someone who is proud of being themselves and knows who she is! I know PLENTY of guys who prefer "healthy" girls and some of the other respondents are right..maybe the people looking at you do want you! :) Keep up your healthy mindset and positive attitude! If more girls felt like you we would have less anorexia, bulimia, and poor self image problems. Some girls who say things like "fat girls are gross"....say that to make themselves feel better! Call me - I will go out with you all dolled up any day!
2006-09-29 05:53:38 · answer #10 · answered by Stiletto ♥ 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Says who? It's just highly recommended that big girls don't wear anything too Small or revealing, but then again, if it were up to people, they wouldn't want to lay eyes on them at all. Thickness is usually approved of. But wearing revealing clothes usually attracts Skeazens anyway.
2006-09-29 05:46:15 · answer #11 · answered by Answerer 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋