Finding a costume for plus size men and women who don’t want to hide their curves can be challenging. Many costume stores don’t offer very many costumes in larger sizes and those that are available tend to be oversized dresses that aren’t very flattering to a plus sized figure.

You want to show your plus size figure off, not hide it beneath a Halloween moo-moo!

Pirate Plus Size

While it may be slim pickings when you shop through local costume stores, it is a breath of fresh air when you start shopping online. You can now shop for costumes for plus size men and women and find something that reflects your personality, shows off your curves, and genuinely flatters your body.

Plus size costumes are now designed specifically for more curvaceous body types. You don’t have to settle for oversized versions of costumes that were designed for very skinny people. Your body is different and you deserve something designed just for you!

There are some body parts that you are probably very proud of and you should find a costume that accentuates those body parts while downplaying those that you feel are your weakest spots. For instance, if you are a twenty year old girl who is very proud of her chest but not so keen on her thighs, you could find a costume that is dipped low and tight fitting on the top but more forgiving on the bottom half.

You should approach costume shopping only from the perspective of themes or ideas. Look at costumes for how they will flatter your body. This is the only way to make sure you look as good as you feel when you step out for those exciting costume parties.

Remember, you deserve a costume designed for your body type. This is the year to flatter your figure and show it off. If you typically just try to hide it, you know that you never fee your best. This year give yourself something different. Give yourself a figure-flattering costume that boosts your self-esteem and makes you want to get out there and enjoy the costume party!

A Few Great Plus Size Costume Ideas

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For men who want something more form fitting that is still forgiving of the figure, consider the Uncle Sam plus size costume. It is fitted to the waist and looks very flattering to figures of all sizes, yet the pants are a looser fit and there is a jacket that can help hide while still looking fitted and flattering. Plus size men deserve to look good too.

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The men’s Caesar costume is another option because it is made from flowing draped material that can be very deceptive as to the figure. Yet, there is still a belt that makes the mid-section fitted so it doesn’t like you are hiding anything. This is also a very comfortable Halloween or party costume for hot, sweaty costume parties packed with people.

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For women who want to cover up the lower body while showing off the chest and waist, the Saloon Girl costume is a great pick. It has a very full, attractive skirt that is flattering without showing much leg. It is also very flattering with a fitted waist and low-dipping top.

For those who want to let it all hang out, the pink and black Late Night Nurse plus size costume can’t be beat. It will flatter and show off the entire body, so be prepared to turn heads!

Plus-size model Crystal Renn