The Nylon Swish Queen size stockings - Size and fit

Finding stockings that fit comfortably when you are a bigger size is honestly, well...

 there is no subtle way to say it... 

A total bitch

I am very happy to say that the new Queen Size stockings from The Nylon Swish are just what we asked for.

I am sure it is no surprise to anyone, that I am in love. They are the most comfortable stockings ever..

I pretty much wear them daily.

When you are unsure, I know it can be so hard to tell if they would fit, size charts can be confusing..

I thought I would share with you, a few of my stats and numbers.

That way you have an idea of my size and then what size stockings I wear. 

A comparison to help that size choice to be a little easier.

My numbers are -

Dress size - 18 (Aus)

Height - 5 ft 7 inches or 169cm

Upper Thigh Measurement - 30 inches or 76 cm

Inseam - 31.5 inches or 80cm

I am a mix of both bigger thighs and tall / long legged. 

This means the stockings have to stretch both up and wide. 

To find ones that fit, are soft, comfy are a total win.

In the Queen Size stockings from The Nylon Swish, I wear and buy a 2XL

They come in a large size range - from a Medium to a 4XL

On the size chart I am on the border between the XL and 2XL

I personally choose to wear the 2XL because I like my stockings very long..

I have long legs, and lets face it... chafing is real and very unpleasant..

In this size they sit very high up my thigh, all the way to the top. therefore covering the area likely to be effected by chafing..

Also basically I love the look of very long stockings so these are a big win 

These stockings are super soft, super stretchy so are very accommodating. 

They are a 20 denier Stocking so super comfy regardless of climate. I wear them in both hot and cold weather.

I know that trying to pick a size can be daunting.. 

Then often add the fact that stockings may be out of your comfort zone or something you have always wanted to try but all previous attempts have never fit..

Don't let that stop you, you deserve to feel sexy. 

Size or shape have nothing to do with it, they are just numbers...feeling sassy and sexy in stockings is for everyone.

Go forth and knock their socks off 

Introducing Pamela by City Chic

The next pretty set from City Chic that i get to introduce you to today is Pamela.

This cute set is an online exclusive at the City Chic website.

When i was looking through the site i stumbled across them and the Pamela Contour bra and matching knickers were just to cute i had to the them.

With the bra being the usual 'contour' bra i ordered my usual size as G is the highest they go.

For reference my numbers are 

Bust: 49 inches or 124.5 cm

Waist: 36 inches or 91.5 cm

Hips: 51 inches or 130 cm

In City Chic Bras i have previously been a 18G

I typically wear a size 18 in clothes approximately 

(i usually go on measurements rather than size number)

When it arrived i just had to try it on right away. The polka-dots and soft pink was so sweet.

A contour bra is basically a molded padded bra, the cups keep their shape even when not wearing. 

The shape on is just perfect and fits me so well.

The band at the back is a little bigger than i would like, a 16 would be a slightly longer lasting fit but the cups on the contour bras only go up to a G so the cup would be too small for me in the 16.

Regardless of that the fit is super comfortable and it fits very well. 

The central gore sits firmly against my breast bone and the under wire encompass my whole bust so no digging in.

The material was so soft and smooth to the touch. The lace is soft and not scratchy and just the right amount of pretty detail without being over done. 

The matching knickers were just as good, made of the same material.

i ordered these in a 20 and they fit perfectly, i could have gone down to a 18 honestly but the 20 is just amazingly comfy right away.

the back is cut very well and full cover

They are honestly one of the most comfy pair of knickers i have. So matched with the bra, the comfort level of this set is so so high.

it is on the top of my list for when i want something pretty and super comfy to wear

So basically you might of guessed it... my verdict... awesome, comfy, pretty...worth every cent.

My Everyday Glamour

All photos on this post are by Russell Thomas (http://russellthomas.zenfolio.com)

My Everyday Glamour

So if you follow me on Instagram and my posts you may have noticed I wear shapewear, suspender belts and stockings nearly everyday. It is not uncommon for people to have a slightly perplexed look on their faces when they are told that fact.

So why do I wear them, they make me feel glamorous, give me that swing in my step no matter how I am feeling that day.

In previous posts I have touched on the fact that I have negative body image issues. I am not saying this out for sympathy or compliments, it is just a fact. 

It is something I work on everyday. Some days are worse than others. I remind myself at times when about to walk out the door, that what my head sees in the mirror is not what others see. That it is a distorted view some days depending on how bad my demons acting up.

When I was a kid I developed quite early, I shot up to almost my current height of 5 foot 7 inches and a D cup at the age of 13. Needless to say I got a lot of comments on my body....constantly. Some positives, a whole bunch negative and sexually explicit. People making the assumption just because i was rocking some serious curves, i was obviously a slut and asking for it. All because of the shape of my body.

I have come a long way, I started to dress in what I like and suits my shape. I stopped trying to hide my curves. Whilst I am not 100% in love with my body, it is what I have and I am happy with it. I try to rock what I have and be true to myself, my style and my personality. 

So why do I wear what I do, the answer is simple. I love them. I love the slip and swish of the stockings, the little wrinkles and seams, the feel of the clips through my clothes and the way they accent my shape. I love pretty underwear, I love them to match. Being a 38G cup finding bras with matching panties is tricky so I love being able to find items that all pair up. 

For me it is all about making the most of my assets and wearing stuff I love. So when I go through my day, it may not look like it from the outside, but I know what I have on underneath. Just because I am a plus size girl it does not mean I can't wear something pretty and sexy.

Regardless of who you are, what size, shape, gender choice, orientation...

you have the right and deserve to feel sexy, beautiful and happy.