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Finding Slacks That Fit

Winkk — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 13:33:41 GMT

I need new slacks and I hate shopping for them. I am short and heavy with a lot of my weight in legs. I cannot where anything slim cut or clingy. I also have a short rise which is somewhat of a problem. I try slacks on and nothing fits.

Does anyone know if any of the department stores help you with sizing? I didn't know if they did that anymore.

Re: Finding Slacks That Fit

Group 5 minus 1 — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 13:40:24 GMT

Have you tried the stores that cater to plus sizes? They may be able to help.

Re: Finding Slacks That Fit

Eileen in Virginia — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 13:51:28 GMT

It sounds like you need Women’s Petites sized slacks. These are fuller in the seat & waist than misses sizes and proportionately shorter in the inseam. I know you can find them at Talbots (double-check their store locator to make sure the store near you stocks them) and Full Beauty has a limited selection of Petite clothing. I’ve also found that some clothing lines offer Short slacks instead of or in addition to Women’s Petites. Sometimes these work for me, too. Good luck!

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Carmie — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 15:04:48 GMT

I agree that you need woman's petite sizes, sometimes called Petite Plus. They can be purchased at Lands End, Talbots and Christopher Banks. I have also seen those sizes at Macy's, and Boscov's on occasion.

If no stores near you, order on line.

Re: Finding Slacks That Fit

wagirl — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 15:20:49 GMT

How about trying Lane Bryant? They are at most malls and they have really nice clothing too. You will never find things to fit you strictly from online; I have never found a place anyway; you need to go in person and try them on. And then maybe have them altered to fit. No reason in the world that you shouldn't feel great in your clothing no matter what the size!!! My issue is that I have no breasts due to cancer and no reconstruction is planned--so trying to find tops/ shirts that will fit is a huge task. Can't order online and be assured of the fit, but need to go in person and try stuff on. We all have issues right?

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Fressa — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 15:45:05 GMT

It sounds like you are very similar in build as my daughter in law. I purchase Bob Mackie full leg petities pants for her every year and she lives in them. She can't stand anything that clings and prefers items to have a fuller cut. I would recommend Bob Mackie.

Re: Finding Slacks That Fit

ECBG — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 16:11:28 GMT

Rafella Curvy is a nice slack.

It would be best if you would go to a department store that carries a lot of choices and just start trying on.

That's what you have to do for slacks or jeans, unfortunately. When you get your style, keep the hang tags and buy multiples.

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shoptilyadropagain — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 17:05:41 GMT

I have the same problem except I'm tall and my thighs are Huge. When I get dress pants to go over my thighs, the waist and stomach area are three sizes too big. I just went to look for dress pants at my local mall and I could hardly find any dress pants that weren't made like a skinny jean (which I hate and don't wear). I ended ordering some dress pants from, of all places, Blair. They don't fit the best, but it will do until I get to a larger city with a larger mall/larger department stores to spend a day trying on pants.

Re: Finding Slacks That Fit

LindaSal — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 18:36:42 GMT

@Winkk I have good luck with Chico's. I like the "so slimming" line. Even if you order online the size charts are true to size. Best of luck.

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3blackdogs — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 18:59:12 GMT

Sounds like me!!! I had good luck finding work type pants at Macy’s, Nordstrom, Lane Bryant and also here. I wear a 2x petite in pants and many times I can get a ankle pant in regular and it fits really well. I prefer to shop at Nordstrom because they are great with returns and free shipping. They are pricier but their sales are good. I tried the Mackie wide leg pants but they were kinda long in the petite and generous in size. I needed to size down. They are really nice though. Lane Bryant has nice pants in petites. I wore my work pants from there to death. Good luck!!!

Re: Finding Slacks That Fit

Andreatoo — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 19:36:12 GMT

Why are we assuming she's a plus size?

With all the spandex added to pants and jeans these days (which can be a good thing) it means more closely fitted which she doesn't want.

I suggest going to a department store with more choices and look for woven fabrications without spandex. You may find a fit that you like @Winkk

Re: Finding Slacks That Fit

Winkk — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 12:29:29 GMT

@Fressa wrote:
It sounds like you are very similar in build as my daughter in law. I purchase Bob Mackie full leg petities pants for her every year and she lives in them. She can't stand anything that clings and prefers items to have a fuller cut. I would recommend Bob Mackie.

Thanks @Fressa - I never tried his pants so maybe I'll do that.

Re: Finding Slacks That Fit

Winkk — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 12:31:32 GMT

@ECBG wrote:
Rafella Curvy is a nice slack.
It would be best if you would go to a department store that carries a lot of choices and just start trying on.
That's what you have to do for slacks or jeans, unfortunately. When you get your style, keep the hang tags and buy multiples.

That's what I was thinking too @ECBG - I would like to go to a department store with knowledgeable sales people who can suggest designers who cut their slacks fuller.

Re: Finding Slacks That Fit

Winkk — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 12:36:08 GMT

@Andreatoo wrote:
Why are we assuming she's a plus size?

With all the spandex added to pants and jeans these days (which can be a good thing) it means more closely fitted which she doesn't want.
I suggest going to a department store with more choices and look for woven fabrications without spandex. You may find a fit that you like @Winkk

You're absolutely right @Andreatoo - I know I don't need a woman's size but like you said because of all the spandex in clothes it makes them to tight on me.

Re: Finding Slacks That Fit

VaBelle35 — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 12:38:57 GMT

When I am in need of a specific thing, like new jeans or black dress pants, I will put on a comfy outfit, easy on/easy off and make a day of it at a big mall and just try on everything in every store until I find a good one.

I have been known to buy a few "good enough" and then take them back before I leave when I find something better ;o)

Re: Finding Slacks That Fit

Shanus — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 13:33:04 GMT

@Winkk wrote:
I need new slacks and I hate shopping for them. I am short and heavy with a lot of my weight in legs. I cannot where anything slim cut or clingy. I also have a short rise which is somewhat of a problem. I try slacks on and nothing fits.

Does anyone know if any of the department stores help you with sizing? I didn't know if they did that anymore.

@Winkk Good morning. If you have a short rise, I’d try petites, which means short rise and shorter in length, but do come in larger sizes. I’d check the larger dept. stores like Macy’s, Penney’s, etc. You may spend a little more for the convenience of sales help.

Re: Finding Slacks That Fit

Shanus — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 13:35:55 GMT

@ECBG wrote:
Rafella Curvy is a nice slack.
It would be best if you would go to a department store that carries a lot of choices and just start trying on.
That's what you have to do for slacks or jeans, unfortunately. When you get your style, keep the hang tags and buy multiples.

@ECBG As usual, good advice. A good fit in slacks is difficult to find. I usually purchase more than one pr.

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ECBG — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 13:45:45 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
@ECBG wrote:
Rafella Curvy is a nice slack.
It would be best if you would go to a department store that carries a lot of choices and just start trying on.
That's what you have to do for slacks or jeans, unfortunately. When you get your style, keep the hang tags and buy multiples.

@ECBG As usual, good advice. A good fit in slacks is difficult to find. I usually purchase more than one pr.

@ShanusIn basic items in our wardrobe, I don't care to reinvent the wheel. Give me a dozen! Done!

Re: Finding Slacks That Fit

Andreatoo — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 16:30:52 GMT

@Winkk

Check out Topshop. It's a UK brand that only Nordstrom carries (unless you have a Topshop in your area) and none of the pants or jeans I own from that line have a lick of spandex!

They have a lot of high waisted styles