Plus Size Color and Pattern Guide: Colors and Patterns That Make You Look Slimmer

When choosing clothes, color and pattern can be even more effective than body size. The right color combination can make you look 5 kilos slimmer, while the wrong pattern can do the opposite. In plus-size fashion, knowledge of color and pattern will be your style weapon. In this guide, you will learn everything about slimming colors and non-fattening patterns.

Slimming Colors

Some colors naturally have a shrinking and slimming effect:

• Black: The classic slimming color. But head-to-toe black can be monotonous — liven it up with accessories or different shades.
• Navy Blue: The most elegant alternative to black. It suits any environment and slims as much as black.
• Burgundy: Warm and elegant. It adds depth to an outfit, slims as much as black but is much more sophisticated.
• Emerald Green: Eye-catching and slimming. It looks magnificent, especially on women with darker skin tones.
• Anthracite Grey: Modern and chic. Softer than black but equally slimming.
• Petroleum Blue: A mix of navy and green. It is a very chic and slimming color.

Non-Fattening Patterns

• Vertical stripes: The most effective slimming pattern. It makes the body appear long from top to bottom.
• Small and regular patterns: Small polka dots, mini florals, or small geometric patterns create an illusion of scale.
• Color blocking: Dark-light color combinations create a body-sculpting effect. Dark colors on the side panel slim the waistline.
• Tone-on-tone: A pattern in different shades of the same color offers an elegant and slimming look.

Patterns to Avoid

• Large floral patterns: Large flowers can make the body appear larger. Opt for small flowers.
• Horizontal stripes: They make the body appear wider sideways, thus looking fatter. Avoid horizontal stripes.
• Very bright and neon colors: They draw attention and add volume. Can be used as accessories but be careful in clothing.
• Very large squares and plaids: Large plaid patterns add volume. Thin and small plaid works better.

The Art of Monochromatic Dressing

Wearing a single color from head to toe is one of the most effective slimming techniques for plus-size women:

• Creates a continuous vertical line — makes you look taller and slimmer.
• Monotony is broken with different fabric textures.
• Color can be added with accessories — a colorful bag or shoes.
• Most effective monochrome colors: navy, black, burgundy, emerald.

Color Combination Rules

1. Dark top + dark bottom: Creates a single silhouette effect. The most slimming combination.
2. Light top + dark bottom: Draws attention to the top, slims the legs.
3. Dark top + light bottom: Narrows the upper body. Not ideal for pear body types.
4. Accent with accessories: Place vibrant colors on the area you want to emphasize (face, wrist).

Color Variety at Vervegrand

At Vervegrand, we offer a wide range of colors in our dresses, blouses, and trousers collections. From solid colors to elegant patterns, pastel tones to dark colors, all options are available in sizes 42-68.