Ruching equals a stunning styling option for fuller figures

This year in fashion, we’ve seen ruching appear everywhere from beautifully tailored tops to figure-hugging skirts. When it comes to fashion, ruching simply means slight folds of ruched fabric that add a diva touch to our outfits.

In addition to the added fashion flair, shirring serves a great purpose that plus size fashionistas can incorporate into their wardrobe. Many women love shirring, whether on the top or bottom, because the extra folds of fabric are great for hiding figure flaws. Whether you’re a size 4 or a 24, we all know that regardless of your size or shape, every woman has a particular flaw that she’d like to draw attention away from.

Ruching is excellent for camouflaging bumps, bulges, or general irregularities, which is why we’re seeing this detail taking center stage in women’s fashion, shirts and dresses in particular. When found on the bottom half of a blouse, shirring helps to mimic a cinched effect at the waist and also creates a smooth line of sight to transition between separate garments.

Another advantage I’ve heard is that the extra fabric gives you the ability to pull the shirt up or down, which essentially changes the length of the top. You can raise it a little to complement that sophisticated high-waisted skirt or even a little lower to accommodate jeans or wide-leg pants. Seriously, how much more versatile can you be than that?

I’m going to go ahead and say that plus size women need to capitalize on this fashion trend while it’s still hot! The slimming and smoothing visual effect definitely works fabulously for full figures.