5 Plus Size Fashion Rules That Are STUPID and Should be Broken! (You'll Look Frumpy)

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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
01:17 To tuck or not to tuck
04:25 Can't wear a belt
06:40 Should wear form fitting clothes
08:38 Don't wear a midi skirt
10:32 Can't wear stripes
12:57 Watch this next!
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@ellied1701 2 ай бұрын

I love the line “who the hell made them the boss of u anyways” 🤣. My philosophy has always been: u don’t like the way I look, u don’t hafta look at me…. U ROCK!

@pennymcpherson8372 Ай бұрын

I’ve started tucking my shirts, my hubs said today he’d like to kiss whoever told me to tuck my shirts! He’s been saying it for years…..he owes you a smooch! Thanks!!

@Oralia_Martinez Ай бұрын

😆 I'm glad I could help!

@childofdestiny2811 Ай бұрын

I agree with you on all points! And, you look killer in that black spaghetti strap dress!

@CarlaCashOutLoud Жыл бұрын

Wonderful, Oralia! I'm a plus sized woman who is very insecure about my body. Thank you for giving me the confidence to break the rules and up my fashion game! - xx, Carla

@kathydaegling1588 Жыл бұрын

Hope you are well Carla. Keep posting when you get the time. 😎❤️💄Kathy

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

You’ve got this Carla! Hugs, my friend!! ❤️

@martinakuckelmann5776 Жыл бұрын

Please do a Part Two of this. I loved the video ❤

@chelsearose7655 Жыл бұрын

I am SO tired of hearing people tell apple bodies we shouldn’t wear leggings because it makes our top portion look bigger. I’m so glad you added the tunic or oversized shirt with leggings! That’s one of my favorite things to wear. I don’t know why people say we can’t wear skinny jeans or leggings with tunics because I think it looks super cute. Plus my legs are one of my best assets!

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

You go girl, embrace what makes you feel beautiful! 😃🙌🏼

@debraworth8861 19 күн бұрын

I love leggings and skinny jeans ❤

@cassandrabarzillai-allotey1699 Ай бұрын

I absolutely love this! I've also found that Apple and Goblet shaped bodies look great with deeper (not darker) colours up top with lighter colours below. Like, why don't more +size women wear colorful bottoms and shorter hem lengths? We're gorgeous! Thank you for that powerful statement - who made them the boss of you? It's going to stay with me for a long time!!!

@donnamclaughlin9215 10 күн бұрын

I love the black suit with the striped top and spectator shoes. I have shoes like this. I learned a lot of tips for me today. Thank you.

@LightFigure888 Күн бұрын

Re- the belts. All the outfits with belts looked awesome. Particularly the green checked dress 😊

@janmeyer9602 11 ай бұрын

Gosh I just found your channel. Finally a woman my size and 5 foot! I love your content! Thank you! Back in the day I would tuck my blouses into my dress pants at work. Two women told me I looked awful (size 14 at that time)……I felt so bad. I would never tell someone they looked bad……😵‍💫

@Oralia_Martinez 11 ай бұрын

Ugh! How rude. 🤦🏻‍♀️ They were the insecure ones!

@roxannlegg750 29 күн бұрын

These are good points - I think we get confused between what we look like too ourselves in the mirror vs what we look like from a distance. Belts certainly give shape definition and if theyre co-ordinated with shoes, will change how our overall look comes acreoss to others. Nice video

@jenniferofthejungle Ай бұрын

I honestly wear what I want to wear, and I agree with all of these, but I cannot tuck my shirt into my pants. I do wear long shirts at times, and I like the way they look belted rather than tucked.

@angelinekilborne34 Жыл бұрын

I'm largest misses or smallest plus. I have felt bad being unable to keep weight off since turning 60. After watching you for 6 months or so I now have the courage to tuck and wear belts. Thank you. I'm also wearing stripes.

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Keep pushing, it’ll get easier and you’ll really start to embrace your style. 👍🏼💕

@Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living 6 ай бұрын

I’m not plus-sized, but I have friends that are plus-sized that want me to help them with their style. I love videos like yours so I can give good advice for their body shape. A number of “stylists” either recommend baggy, frumpy, shapeless items or clothing that is 3-4 sizes too small for plus-sized women. Your recommendations are very stylish and flattering.

@Oralia_Martinez 6 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@marthatassi293 Ай бұрын

I just bought that four-pack of belts. Look out, world!

@lmak4380 Ай бұрын

Belts draw the eye to it so if you have a large waist area, it just accentuates the large area plus creates rolls above and below it, especially when sitting 👎🏼

@TeresaSulpizio-tc9vt 2 ай бұрын

I tucked my top in for the first time in years. The hubs gave me a thumbs up. I’ll try belts next. Thanks so much. I appreciate you!

@Oralia_Martinez 2 ай бұрын

Awesome!!

@janicelloyd3215 Жыл бұрын

I love your horizontal stripes under a jacket, looks fabulous.❤

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

Thanks! It’s a great hack. 😉💕

@marthalrodriguez.2209 2 ай бұрын

I’m so tired of people telling me I should not wear capris I love capris instead of shorts. So I’m going to buy a little 2 inch heel shoes and maybe it will look better. I’ll let you know

@Oralia_Martinez 2 ай бұрын

You're in luck, they're coming back in style! And the way you're considering styling them is spot on (a pair of cap toe flats would also look really cute)! 😉

@DinNDee Ай бұрын

this is extremely helpful!

@Oralia_Martinez Ай бұрын

I'm so glad!

@user-gg8te8fz9z Ай бұрын

Yes yes and yes!! A big lady can also look fantastic like a size small or medium! Oftrn the dresses are like tents. But tents are for camping not for clothing😂😂

@lalathaddeus9425 10 ай бұрын

I looooovvveee this!!! The black silk skirt + red tank is just *chefs kiss*. I can't believe it took me so long to realise I can do what I want with my outfits rather than follow outdated fashion "rules." thank you for this video!

@katiehettinger7857 8 ай бұрын

As a short wasted woman, my smallest part is literally under my bust. And at my age my tummy forms an apron. I wish I was tall and long wasted like you. 🙁🤷

@user-mf3qk9zt3r 8 ай бұрын

Well said. You looked great in each outfit as you added belts, pumps, etc. It all made perfect sense. Thank you.

@lindashaw4118 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Oralia! I think you are right-so much of dressing for plus size women is about confidence. Before I was plus size I never gave a thought to following other peoples rules and its taken me a long while to dress to suit my new body as I always feel judged-I'm a big fan of the third piece as I'm now tucking in and wearing belts again but I'm still not ready to show my side view without!! Thank you again xxxxxxx

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

That’s ok, you’re taking steps and that’s what matters. 😉💕

@jocelynrobinson8980 Ай бұрын

Love your confidence, and you look great with the belts!

@marymahl4684 Жыл бұрын

Great tips. Love your videos! Thanks!

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

So glad you’re enjoying it! 😃💕

@debraworth8861 19 күн бұрын

Thankyou so much, I love wide leg pants but thought I was too short (5’) just found out you are 5’ and looking fab, I think I am going shopping 🎉🎉🎉

@debrabessette2699 7 ай бұрын

A great video!. While some rules work, sometimes they don't.

@lindaberg1695 Жыл бұрын

Lots of good tips here! thanks!!

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome and thanks for watching! 😃💕

@csmtcqueen Жыл бұрын

Thank you for these great tips.

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, so glad you enjoyed it!

@nedafurunovic5204 Ай бұрын

These are great tips not just for plus sizes but for everyone. Thank you very much ❤️

@elizabethvega7497 9 ай бұрын

I would like to thank you for helping me not look like a box anymore! You gave me the courage to buy a belt and it’s made all the difference. Also I got rid of all my capris. Thank you!

@Oralia_Martinez 9 ай бұрын

That is awesome! I'm so glad to be of help!

@_tardigrade Ай бұрын

Great video 🌞

@MagellanMG 11 ай бұрын

Thank you ! and OMG that Blue plaid blazer!!!

@Oralia_Martinez 11 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@kidges3132 Жыл бұрын

Great tips! Thanks

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@SUNSHINE-dm3le Ай бұрын

Loved 🥰 your video … my problem is I can’t wear heels 👠 anymore… I have bad arthritis and a little wobbly when I walk … always feel frumpy when wearing flats with everything 😢any suggestions?

@Oralia_Martinez Ай бұрын

Have you considered a low block heel (less that 2 inches)? They're very stable and look really chic.

@njohnston1224 29 күн бұрын

lovely style and looking so good on .I agree with you ....bigger ladies can look fantastic.. love belts ..😊 the green check dress gorgeous on you ❤❤❤

@jenikat 9 ай бұрын

This very video of yours has changed the way I dress forever! ❤

@sarieklund2148 Жыл бұрын

Lots of good ideas 🌼

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

Yay! So glad you enjoyed it! 😃💕

@teresaharral3360 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video with tips that has helped me step out of my comfort zone. I had a lady comment at a event last week that I really look put together. Thanks so much!!

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

That’s so awesome! 🙌🏼

@deloresakins733 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! Plus size and you helped solidify some of my choices. I love nice clothes and had to upsize recently due to a change in weight and shape. I can’t wait to watch more of your videos. You looked so nice in all your out fits. And I subscribed to your channel.

@Oralia_Martinez 10 ай бұрын

Glad I could help! And welcome! 👋🏼

@mariaojeda5467 Ай бұрын

I loved this video! Thank you so much for this much needed video. I felt validated and empowered.

@Oralia_Martinez Ай бұрын

You're so welcome!

@janicelloyd3215 Жыл бұрын

You are right about the belt, I need to work on that. Thanks❤

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

It took time for me to get used to as well but I’m glad I tried it. 😉💕

@HR-re6mr Жыл бұрын

Love this! You look AHMAZING

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@antigoga9476 22 күн бұрын

Great video, thanks for sharing all these tips. As I am struggling in finding a wide leg pant can you please advise from where did you buy the black pant ? Thank you once again for all the helpful infos.

@teresamcqueen2684 Жыл бұрын

I just love your style!

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

Aww, thank you! 🙈💕

@whithehearthro 9 ай бұрын

I can’t believe I just found you. I have been wanting this kind of style and I love the way you give information.

@Oralia_Martinez 9 ай бұрын

Welcome! 👋🏼 I’m so glad you’re enjoying my videos.

@lialupo3306 Жыл бұрын

I like your Suggestions and ideas. Thanks a lot you are the best 🌺🌹💥💥💥💥

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

You are welcome 😊

@michaelatomasch1792 Жыл бұрын

I´m sooooo happy 🙂to find a stylist who is plus size on herself!!! Great video!!! Can you answer me this QUESTION, please: Does the french tuck only works with very wide leg pants? How do you style skinny or straight leg pants/jeans?

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

The same, it helps when you gather the fabric like I demonstrated, that way it doesn’t bunch up too much.😉💕

@lynnettewooden4933 5 ай бұрын

I love the blazer

@mjdsouthsf Ай бұрын

LOVE THE WHITE LINEN DRESSS W/ V-NECK❤

@laurasebakijje9008 Жыл бұрын

You look very put together wonderful

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🙈💕

@langgalyn Ай бұрын

Hello Oralia, can u show how to style a denim maxi skirt or the one that has a slit on the front. I always look in your vidoes for tips and ideas.

@katrinawilkins-rf9pv 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for your videos! I love this one and your hauls. I am not able to wear heels due to an accident so I always feel frumpy with flats.

@Oralia_Martinez 8 ай бұрын

Flats are awesome (if you find the right ones). Stay tuned, I’ve got some shoe content coming where I talk about flats. 😉

@katrinawilkins-rf9pv 8 ай бұрын

@@Oralia_Martinez thank you!!

@joycemorrow5840 Жыл бұрын

Love this video. Your explanation of breaking the rules has definitely boosted my confidence,especially in wearing belts. I also purchased that obi belt. Can you share the brand of the blazer you styled with the belt in the back? Gorgeous.

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

Sadly its a shop my closet blazer. It’s CAbi and it’s no longer available. You may want to check Poshmark for it. 🤔💕

@lindastevens6861 Жыл бұрын

You look good Nice that you show what the shape is before and after Changing it It’s true we don’t need to change the wardrobe We need to change how it falls on the body And shapes our body

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

@jamesbriggs5740 24 күн бұрын

Why is looking taller so important? I love being short. I feel you should embrace who you are. Kathy B P. S. Why the contrasting belts? When I wear a belt it's usually a blending or same color.

@mikebohling4305 Жыл бұрын

love this video Oralia/love these outfits/your taste is so wonderful/love your videos XXX

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@karenprinz5987 Жыл бұрын

I’ve always been afraid of belts! Maybe I’ll give one a whirl this year!

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

Get an inexpensive one and, if you’re struggling, wear it at home first to get used to the way it looks. 😉💕

@janicelloyd3215 Жыл бұрын

I love the black you are wearing, I wear a lot of black. Linen in summer. ❤😊

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

I especially love black in summer for some reason. 😆💕

@sherrianderson6558 Жыл бұрын

I love the tips. For me the French tuck I just don't like though, respectfully. I'll definitely try belts.

@Oralia_Martinez 11 ай бұрын

👍🏼

@lindabenson1237 Жыл бұрын

God Bless you O everyone should do what feels good to them especially us seasoned divas.❤❤❤

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

Right on! 🙌🏼

@wendylawton8274 11 ай бұрын

What a gorgeous voice you have.

@Oralia_Martinez 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@sandeerawson1248 Жыл бұрын

I like the idea of having a stiffer fabric that skims the body. I love that look on you and plan to try it myself. Also wondering if you you are still using your obi belts? I bought two and don’t use them as much as I should. LOVE your Valentino belt!!

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I need to bring my obi belts into my dressing room because they’ve been a bit out of sight out of mind…

@barbmckee1938 5 ай бұрын

Great video! I am terrified to tuck in and wear a belt!

@Oralia_Martinez 5 ай бұрын

Try it out at home for a bit, to get used to it. 😉

@janesullivan3230 Ай бұрын

A sales person tried to put a belt on me and I broke into tears. Imagine putting a belt on a watermelon.

@maureenjohnston6578 Жыл бұрын

You were spot on with this video. Thank you. 😊

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it! 😃💕

@stephanieb1196 Жыл бұрын

Hello Oralia, I just started watching your videos and am loving your tips! I am about 5”7” and have always been a size 10 or medium. But in my sixties I find I my shoulders are the same but my bust and belly require a size 12 or large now. So finding the right fit as become a challenge. I found you looking for belt tips and see you’ve many tips o help me. I would like to buy one belt to start and thought the obi was a bit pricey for me right now. But I will consider it based on your recommendation of which belt style to start with, have you a suggestion? Stephanie

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

I think an obi belt is a great place to start, it’s where I started. It’s flexible in size and can be styled many ways. Hope that helps! 😉💕

@kerrinparris2752 Ай бұрын

Could you link the outfits for those of who want to shop?

@taanjia9846 Ай бұрын

I am so grateful to find your channel .i am a plus size 5"2 with large hips(a pear shape)and I am over 60 and it is very hard to find bottoms that work for me and I am nervous to wear dresses.

@chrisgreek4285 26 күн бұрын

Hello Oralia! I just found your channel….. where have you been all my adult life? I am 5’2” tall and a true apple shape due to a large ‘apron’ in front. I also am in a wheelchair most of the time. I usually leave my shirts untucked on wheels because when I don’t, it looks like my waist is just at the bust line. I know that I am short-waited, but when I am sitting, I look like I have no torso. My large bust on top of the apron makes me really self-conscious which is why I leave it untucked. I did just buy a little denim jacket in a cute collarless and cropped style - not the “trucker style” - and it is looking awesome on me. I have a white linen dress that I ordered from France that I am wearing to my 40th anniversary this summer. I don’t know what the style is, but it reminds me of a more adult version of baby’s dresses, where it is very flowy and if I could twirl I am sure it would go straight out. 😁 It technically is a mini dress, but with my shorter stature and sitting most of the time, it does cover my knees. The top is like a button up shirt until below the armpits. Is there a way to style this to elevate it a bit more? I love the coolness of the white linen as it should be quite hot and humid in Nova Scotia in August, but feel like it’s a little plain. I am planning on wearing some pretty flats or sandals with it. Do you have any suggestions?

@evelynhinman3192 Ай бұрын

I like the look of a belt. I have been looking for a belt for a plus size woman. When I do find larger sized belts they do not make them in a 3x size.

@Oralia_Martinez Ай бұрын

I've actually found one on Amazon that might work, and it's reversible! bit.ly/3PRpi3f

@pamelakenny4950 Жыл бұрын

I am new to your channel and I love your style. Where did you get the black toe slippers.

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

Thank you and welcome! 👋🏼 They are from The Drop on Amazon. I’m dropping the link here: rstyle.me/cz-n/fcqmkrcvp97. I’ve had them for a couple of years and they’re still going strong! 😉💕

@flufwix 8 ай бұрын

I haven’t worn a tucked in shirt or belt for decades. Do I have the courage? 🤫

@shannonsalo1932 3 ай бұрын

I enjoyed your video so much! Some great styling here! I notice that your cloths fit you perfectly. Do you have them tailored? And thank you for not wearing cloths that are too small and tight. A mistake some of us make too often. Keep up the great work!

@janicelloyd3215 Жыл бұрын

I am old and my weight might not change but my shape does, I call it shape shifting. So the waist of my pants might get loose and it’s time for a belt.

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

😆

@lch2420 6 ай бұрын

I can’t wear any type of heels whatsoever because of knee and ankle issues any suggestions 🙂

@Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living 6 ай бұрын

Can you wear wedge shoes or block heels? Wedge shoes and block heels give you the height as well as the stability.

@lynnettewooden4933 5 ай бұрын

Whats a kitten heel

@bettyhappschatt3467 3 ай бұрын

I enjoy your channel very much, you explain things so well and you are so supportive.

@katarina5651 7 ай бұрын

My problem is that I have no smallest part of my body I am fully round :D When I wear belt it always rides up under by boobs and thenit looks totally horrible

@dianethompson6804 Жыл бұрын

I remember when I was younger I thought that large women with their shirts tucked in, looked bigger! I like the shirt belted better, so that the bottom of the shirt covers the stomach, almost like a peplum.

@Oralia_Martinez Жыл бұрын

That’s also an option. 😉💕

@langgalyn Ай бұрын

People tell me i should not wear this or that because it will make me look short etc. And they can’t even style themselves.

@ianthafolkman9206 10 ай бұрын

Where are your favorite places to shop?

@Oralia_Martinez 10 ай бұрын

I have a list longer than my arm. 😆 I guess if I had to narrow it to my top 3 - Walmart, H&M, and Banana Republic.

@sandyj1952 Ай бұрын

Just got off commenting to a You Tuber telling us not to wear capris, wear skorts, lol I’m 80 can you picture 5 ft 1 150 pounds, wear tops out , what do I do in a skort and a top to lessen my stomach. I’m pissed at You Tubers thin telling me at. 80. Get real I go shopping and sit on car line school pick up granny, I’m not having breakfast at Tiffany.