Back to School Fashion for Plus Size Girls

Buying plus size girls school fashion can be very difficult. Typically, children’s clothes are sized by their age which therefore means an average has been calculated by some whiz designer which does not take into account that actually children come in different shapes and sizes and grow at different rates. This is further complicated if a school uniform is very specific in its colour scheme and style. Generally, it is easier for a younger child to buy up an age or more and adjust hems accordingly. However, when the teenage years surface, it becomes a minefield! Teenagers want to follow their own style whilst parents have very different ideas.

Some high street stores have started stocking school uniforms to meet the needs of the plus size girl. Marks and Spencer offer a plus size school uniform range however it is limited. The Stain Defence™ Pleated Fashion Skirt in grey or black has an adjustable waist band for comfort and is available from age 3 to 16. The skirt is in a fashionable style and is reasonably priced at £8-£14.00. A more fashionable option is the Schoolwear Plus Fit Double Button Bootleg Trousers in grey or black in ages 3 to 16 from £3.50-£9.50. Also available for girls are the 3 pack of larger sized Easycare Long Sleeve Blouses and is outstanding value from £5-£11.00. Reinforced seams give extra strength and durability also available in ages 3-16. As an added bonus Marks and Spencer are offering free delivery on school uniform when ordered online.

Lands End stock a few items for the plus size girl who is going back to school such as the very pretty girls ¾ Sleeve Oxford Shirt in 60% cotton/40% polyester fabric which means she’ll always be looking good but she’ll be comfortable too, thanks to the breathable cotton blend. The Girl’s Two-button Skort (no, it is not spelt wrong!) in navy is a fantastic idea. It is a fashionable looking skirt, but they are shorts! From classroom to cartwheels, hidden shorts will keep them covered. Stretch helps keep extra moving room and an adjustable waist helps to customize the fit.

Of course, many plus size teenage girls would rather buy there school uniform from New Look, Dorothy Perkins or Yours Clothing. Whilst New Look does stock a school uniform range for ages up to 15, if the sizes do not fit then try selecting clothes from the inspire range. Many schools uniform consists of black or grey trousers or skirt and white blouse or polo shirt. Therefore, both these stores offer a wide selection which will meet the criteria.

From New Looks Inspire range the black Wide Leg Trousers with double strap patent buckle stretch waist belt and clasp and zip front are ideal in sizes 18-26. The Stretch Smart Trousers from the school range have a zip and clasp front with the stretchy style providing comfort. They are available in black, navy, and grey at only £12.00. The school range also includes a fashionable Pleated Skirt which falls just above the knee with button detail. The skirt is available in black, navy, and grey and is only £9.00. The school range also includes a range of blouses, jumpers, and jackets. Yours clothing offer a range of clothing in sizes 14-32 which is suitable for the teenage girl. They have a selection of trousers, skirts and blouses which are suitable for school wear and will please any teenager as they are also fashionable. The Black Belt Loop Bi Stretch Trousers available in black are ideal at only £16.00. Dorothy Perkins also have a range of trousers in sizes up to 22.