too fat for shorts?

momblobnomore
momblobnomore Posts: 19 Member
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Is there such a thing as too fat to wear shorts?
Every summer I find myself in the dressing room trying on shorts and scrutinizing my legs and butt from 12 brightly illuminated angles wondering am I too fat for shorts? Will people be staring at me?
I always end up with capris :(
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  • DalekBrittany
    DalekBrittany Posts: 1,748 Member
    You're only too fat for them if you think you're too fat for them, because **** what anyone else thinks.
  • Sandylovesm
    Sandylovesm Posts: 242 Member
    People just don't care at all if you're wearing shorts or not. You may think you're fat, nobody will notice you at 90% of the times, because people know what a fat person is (if ever you really are ''fat'', and I do not want to be rude, just quoting you). If people notice you, it will be for a good reason, like your smile or your hair, but defiitely not because your thighs or butt are too big, do not worry!

    I think we always have the impression everybody will stare at us because we do stare at oursleves, but I figured out that people just don't mind. So if you want to wear shorts, and have nice ones, just do it! :flowerforyou:
  • dimsumkitty
    dimsumkitty Posts: 120 Member
    ...I'll admit to staring a bit at people who are too fat to wear shorts, but I understand I'm in the minority when it comes to these things.
  • JessieJanie
    JessieJanie Posts: 428
    Wear what you're comfortable in, and to hell with what other people think.
  • askeates
    askeates Posts: 1,490 Member
    :wink: The only time I would EVER look at a person and say they shouldn't be wearing shorts is if it is booty and there are flesh rolls hanging where they shouldn't be!! I seriously doubt those would be the type of shorts you would choose to wear
  • TeaBea
    TeaBea Posts: 14,517 Member
    Is there such a thing as too fat to wear shorts?
    Every summer I find myself in the dressing room trying on shorts and scrutinizing my legs and butt from 12 brightly illuminated angles wondering am I too fat for shorts? Will people be staring at me?
    I always end up with capris :(

    This is me ...... thank god for capris
  • Annerk1
    Annerk1 Posts: 372 Member
    In my opinion, there's no difference between Bermuda style shorts and capris. Your butt and thighs will look the same in both.

    Now if you are talking Daisy Dukes, well, in my opinion very few women over the age of 25 can pull that look off or should even bother to try--even if they have a smoking hot body. Sometimes it's not just about how things fit...
  • cmeade20
    cmeade20 Posts: 1,238 Member
    I've gotten over it but I used to be uncomfortable wearing jean shorts for the same reason. I started buying cotton or nylon shorts in the athletic clothing department instead because the weren't as tight and up my @ss as jean shorts.
  • NessaDarlene
    NessaDarlene Posts: 4
    As long as they are clean and not wrinkled and fit properly, wear them. It's when we try to squeeze our fat butts and thighs into clothes that are too small that it attracts people's attention.
  • BusyRaeNOTBusty
    BusyRaeNOTBusty Posts: 7,166 Member
    Wear what you're comfortable in, and to hell with what other people think.

    This. "Other people's opinions of me are none of my business."
  • What316
    What316 Posts: 563
    Too short for fats is even worse
  • brower47
    brower47 Posts: 16,356 Member
    As long as nothing is illegally being displayed, you're only too fat for shorts if you think you're too fat for shorts.
  • PlayerHatinDogooder
    PlayerHatinDogooder Posts: 1,018 Member
    You could be.

    Unless you're the giraffe in your profile pic.

    In that case you'd probably look quite cute in them.
  • Mainebikerchick
    Mainebikerchick Posts: 1,573 Member
    You could be.

    Unless you're the giraffe in your profile pic.

    In that case you'd probably look quite cute in them.

    I :heart: U!!!!
  • Cliffslosinit
    Cliffslosinit Posts: 5,044 Member
    I believe it is just Spandex that has police. Not shorts.
  • Shaunte86
    Shaunte86 Posts: 39 Member
    This is my first year wearing shorts, I wouldn't even try them on before. I never wore them because I felt too fat for them. I have always been critical of myself in every aspect of my life. I always like to look presentable and "in order". In shorts, I always felt sloppy and messy. In a few weeks I am going shopping and if I see some cute shorts I will try them on and buy them if I like the way I look in them and how they make me feel!
  • SlimJanette
    SlimJanette Posts: 597 Member
    Who cares what anyone else thinks. You have to wear what you are comfortable in.
  • vixtris
    vixtris Posts: 688 Member
    I wear shorts and I dont give a flying F! lol
  • SoViLicious
    SoViLicious Posts: 2,633 Member
    Yes there is. It depends on how short they are. Check and see how your fat is distributed across your body. You may be better off with Burmuda or Kapris. Please please don't try to wear daisy dukes if your belly pokes out more than your butt.
  • Sandylovesm
    Sandylovesm Posts: 242 Member
    You could be.

    Unless you're the giraffe in your profile pic.

    In that case you'd probably look quite cute in them.


    Haha, I thought about that too :D
  • Natihilator
    Natihilator Posts: 1,778 Member
    Wear what you're comfortable in, and to hell with what other people think.

    This. Shorts come in different lengths, so find a pair that you feel good wearing and werk it.
  • Val_from_OH
    Val_from_OH Posts: 447 Member
    No such thing - its just a matter of finding ones that fit well. With my wide hips & short legs, I look ridiculous in bermuda shorts, so I wear shorter ones, but not *too* short. I do find that they look better if I buy one size up from my jeans size. I'm not sure why, but this seems to work. Sometimes need a belt to keep the waist up, but at least my legs don't look like sausages.
  • Tewsy87
    Tewsy87 Posts: 55 Member
    Confidence is key. If you feel good in them then go for it! Personally, I can't wear them. I always end up in capris or skirts.
  • Brianna72994
    Brianna72994 Posts: 887
    As long as they're not TOO short, you should be fine! I doubt anyone will even notice!

    I understand where you're coming from though, I have a bit of cellulite and I feel really insecure in shorts. I still wear them though! Its too damn hot in the Summer to be hiding in pants or capris.
  • DarkAngel262
    DarkAngel262 Posts: 118 Member
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    These women are sizes 16, 20, and 18 and I think they look great.
    I'm a size 16 and rock the hell out of shorts. I live in Houston!! No jeans in the summer for this Texan!

    I say go for it!
  • BeachGingerOnTheRocks
    BeachGingerOnTheRocks Posts: 3,927 Member
    If you're opting for capris, then I doubt you're even considering Daisy Dukes.

    Pick a pair that is flattering, that fits properly (not too tight, not too loose), and is of an appropriate length.

    And wear flattering shoes to lengthen the leg if you can.
  • tinak33
    tinak33 Posts: 9,883 Member
    I think I am too fat for most shorts. And the only reason is because they ride up the middle when my thighs rub. I HATE THAT.
    And I refuse to wear most shorts for that reason.
    I might wear shorts that are longer and form fitting (not tight) so they don't ride up anywhere though... I bought a pair last year and that was the first time I wore shorts in many years. But even those shorts were fitted in the hips and HUGE on the waist.... as are most pants/shorts on me...
    It's just easier for me to avoid shorts all together until I can fit into my old ones that are a few sizes smaller than where I am now.
  • mandiam
    mandiam Posts: 109
    I believe it is just Spandex that has police. Not shorts.

    hey now...spandex more than 1/2 the time. love my kit.
  • Annerk1
    Annerk1 Posts: 372 Member
    People just don't care at all if you're wearing shorts or not. You may think you're fat, nobody will notice you at 90% of the times,

    The only time I really notice someone is if their clothes are either way too tight or just a really bad/inappropriate style for them.

    I used to work with a woman who was at least 100 pounds overweight. She had this one outfit--pants that were at least two sizes two small that she wore with underwear that was also far too small and made her look like she had four butt cheeks full of cottage cheese and a triple muffin top. Whens he wore clothes that actually fit she looked 30 pounds lighter.

    I saw a woman a few weeks ago who had a great body--but she was probably 60 and had spent way too much time in the sun, and was wearing an outfit that I'd cringe to see an 18 year old in--it was just too provocative Instead of looking sexy, she looked ridiculous and desperate.
  • catrinaHwechanged
    catrinaHwechanged Posts: 4,907 Member
    I just recently bought a pair of shorts. I felt so strange wearing them out and about in public....which is almost comical since I have bikini shots in my profile here. I usually opt for skirts or dresses though....they just feel more comfortable to me.

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