Comments on: The best shops for women with the apple body shape

By: Edith Olah

Edith Olah — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 16:50:42 +0000

I happen to be on the Apple site but think I am more of a pear!
Have had a Mastectomy and a smaller bust. Gained a lot of weight which I carry around middle and legs. Am 76 yrs old (can’t believe it) and still want to look attractive on a small budget do not know where to shop and cannot find pants that fit LOVE your advice❤️❤️❤️‍❤️‍

By: Sylvia

Sylvia — Sun, 15 Dec 2019 03:04:31 +0000

In reply to Gail.

Congratulations! We have tips on how to dress as the mother of the bride at https://40plusstyle.com/how-to-dress-mother-of-the-bride/ There are links to a few other articles on the topic as well.

By: Gail

Gail — Sat, 14 Dec 2019 21:59:27 +0000

Thanks for the great article. My first son is getting married in June and I need a dress! As a 5’1” busty, no waist, Apple-shaped woman, I am not sure even where to start for “outdoor cocktail attire”!

By: Dee

Dee — Wed, 16 Oct 2019 13:57:38 +0000

In reply to Esther. I have same shape. Jjill does petite and those tops fit well. I am in love with Crazy Larry pants. Need to find a store that carries them!

By: Melanie Adkins

Melanie Adkins — Sat, 17 Aug 2019 20:38:55 +0000

Help! Looking for the best shapewear for apple shape. Everything I’ve tried rolls down at the waist even standing up. I also need a “full” body shaper that won’t push everything out at the edges. I’ve gone from size 4/6 in my 40s to an almost too-tight size 14 at age 60. My butt and legs are not a problem, but I carry all of my weight around the waist and shoulders.

By: Sylvia

Sylvia — Mon, 08 Jul 2019 14:36:11 +0000

In reply to CK.

You may enjoy this article: https://40plusstyle.com/how-to-hide-your-belly/ Our other article with guidelines for the apple shape is at https://40plusstyle.com/how-to-dress-the-apple-body-shape/

By: CK

CK — Sun, 30 Jun 2019 01:50:17 +0000

I’m a 5’3″ over 40 apple with a small bust and big belly. Would love to find some clothe that make me feel confident and comfortable. I wear t-shirts and baggy shorts or capris and baggy tops. I don’t even know where to begin.

By: Jeanette

Jeanette — Tue, 04 Jun 2019 07:40:21 +0000

In reply to Donna. Donna, I haven't ever been to a Soft Surroundings store but I know their catalogs and website carry plus sizes (up to a 3x).

By: Amber and And

Amber and And — Wed, 15 May 2019 22:16:10 +0000

In reply to Esther. I have the same body type as you plus im only 5' 1". It is so difficult to find clothes.

By: Sally

Sally — Wed, 15 May 2019 20:38:21 +0000

I disagree on the navy top on the model above. It looks ill-fitting around the boob – bursting out and not in a good way. You can see the seams on the bra and it almost goes to a Uni-boob situation. Navy is a good color but the top was an “almost there” situation. I think people would also find the non-breathable fabric an issue. I wish people could rate fabrics because a lot of plus sized clothes are made in some synthetic that could double as a light rain repellant top. However in the steamy seasons, not so funny. If I’m large, I don’t need unbreathable fabrics.

By: Esther

Esther — Wed, 24 Apr 2019 06:04:52 +0000

Besides being an apple shape, I have slender thighs. Still searching for the perfect pair of pants that don’t bag & sag in the thighs.
I’m 5’3″ & short-waisted. It’s very difficult to find tunics that don’t hit at knee level. HELP!!

By: Jan

Jan — Sat, 02 Mar 2019 00:21:29 +0000

In reply to Ann. I found Kohl's Bali Bra: Comfort Revolution Full-Figure Front-Closure Bra is a great fit and has some smaller sizes, so don't let the name fool you.

By: Sylvia

Sylvia — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 02:13:56 +0000

In reply to Amy.

Hi Amy, You may find some helpful tips in my article for tall women https://40plusstyle.com/how-to-dress-when-you-are-tall-and-where-to-buy-the-best-clothes-for-tall-women/ I also mention a few shops there that are especially for tall women.

By: Amy

Amy — Sat, 10 Nov 2018 10:04:02 +0000

My body is a nightmare for buying clothes. My belly is large but not nearly as much for my arms and bust. Neither for my bottom or thighs. My thick waist and belly put me in the 3xl range and on top of that, I’m nearly 6 feet tall. I can find tops thanks to tunic lengths but Jean’s and slacks are nearly impossible. If they fit my waist, they look like jodhpurs on my thighs. It seems that plus and tall are two words that seldom go together. Help!

By: Donna

Donna — Wed, 11 Jul 2018 00:00:54 +0000

Go online at soft surr. and J Jill.for plus size. I love both.