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The Plus factor
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Being fat doesn't mean being unfashionable, says designer Tina Vincent, unveiling her latest collection of "Plus" sized clothes
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STYLE SENSE A model wearing one of Tina Vincent's creations
"Full-figured women needn't fret. Now, you can dress up without the fear of becoming a fashion disaster," says designer Tina Vincent, unveiling her latest collection of Plus-sized clothes at her studio in Shyam's Garden, Khader Nawaz Khan Road.
Do you wear dreary darks all the time to project a slim silhouette? Or wear only baggy clothes to camouflage those extra pounds you couldn't shed? Finding fashionable clothes for a fat you can be frustrating. But if you are fat and feel funny when you dress trendy, Tina Vincent offers some cool size solutions.
The essence of Tina Vincent's label is that large is lovely. So the designer, who has created a niche for herself in the "Plus" segment, simply wants the biggies to think out of the box with her new collection. "Being large doesn't mean you have to be unfashionable," says Tina, displaying a line of smart separates — mini skirts, cropped trousers and tops, long tops, knee-length skirts and kurtas.
If you thought you couldn't carry off a chic skirt with a bulging waistline and curvy legs, Tina urges you to think again. "It's just the mindset. Now, more plus-sized women are willing to try out such creations. There are skirts that are fitted at the waist and flare out. There are tops that fit better and make you look lean. Look at these trousers, aren't they flattering? They will help balance out broad hips," adds the designer.
Talking about fabrics, Tina says there is a wide range of fabrics that helps you look slim. "I use different types of lycra, crepe, georgette, linen and imported fabrics, personally sourced during my travels abroad. These fabrics not only fall well, they also fit better. At any point of time, I have five sizes, and my collection is colour-coded."
Though there is the staple black for parties, for casual wear, Tina has worked on a colourful palette. "I'm promoting pink this season. It's very pleasing and good for the sunny days ahead. There are various shades of pink — from blush to bubblegum and fuchsia. Denim with patches of embellishment is another highlight this season."
Though Western separates are her forte, Tina also dabbles in ethnic wear. "Yes, I do. I even have a 24-hour delivery line for trousseau. But I don't display ethnic clothes on the racks because it's all over the design market."
T. KRITHIKA REDDY
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