In the world of fashion, there are no shortages of ideas about do's and don'ts when it comes to what clothes to purchase. The specialized world of plus size fashion is no different. While some of these tips are genuinely useful, others are little more than myths and misconceptions. Lets debunk a few of these myths commonly associated with plus size fashion.

Another common myth is that if you are plus size, showing any skin is definitely out. However, this is not true! There isn't a logical reason for any woman, plus size or regular size, to completely hide her body. Whatever your body flaws, there are also flattering features about you. Find out your positive assets and then find clothes that show them off! If you have great legs, wear short skirts to emphasize them. If you have a beautiful, busty figure than try low scoop necks or V cuts.

Plus girls should never bare their arms. Sleeveless shirts have long been touted as a no-no for plus size women, but this is just not true! Showing a little skin can be flattering and make you feel sexy. However, if you are not comfortable baring your upper arms, you can drape a pretty, sheer shawl over your shoulders. A shrug is another great way to cover your upper arms, or you can get a shirt with lace or chiffon sleeves. That way you can bare your arms without showing too much skin!

Another common myth is that plus size women should never wear horizontal stripes. This is just plain silly. Stripes, whether vertical diagonal or even horizontal, can be flattering. There are, however, a few rules regarding the placement of the stripes that are worth considering. If your hips are your widest point, then you should wear horizontal stripes on other parts of your body, such as your upper body or on your legs.

Myth: Plus-size women shouldn't wear clothes that contain bold print patterns. Truth: Big and bold prints will flatter plus size frames when chosen properly. Prints that have only a little blank space in between the print edges are sure to flatter bigger girls. In fact, prints with edges that actually overlap flatter more than prints with lots of blank space.

The myth that plus size girls should not wear clothes that are form fitting is bunk. It is a straight giveaway that you are trying to hide your body from the world. Why should plus size girls wear big, baggy clothes all the time? The trick is to highlight the right curves and hide the rest. The "tight-loose" method of fashion comes to the rescue. An example of a body conscious outfit would be a fitted cami under a relaxed or unstructured jacket. These don't cling to you and at the same time, help shift the focus onto the right curves!

Another myth is that plus girls shouldn't wear white. While it is true that dark colors like black, grey or navy blue are slimming, fit is more important than color. Indeed, color can be used to your advantage. If you are bigger on the bottom, choose a simple dark bottom and a bold print or a light color for a top. Plus sized girls are not confined to dark colors, so feel free to lighten up! You can wear whatever colors you choose, even white.