What was it that Mika said, or rather sang? "Big girls, you are beautiful." Keep that in mind and be proud of your body girl! Indeed, it was not always that the skinny look was THE look. There have been actually periods during history wherein the curvaceous, shapely woman was admired for her form.

Every woman wants an assurance in one way or another that she is beautiful in her own unique way. How you dress or look is oftentimes an indication of how you want other people see you, or better yet express how you feel on the inside.

And for millions of women around the world sporting clothes sizes between 12 and 34, there is great news for you. The days of mindless and traumatic shopping for outfits are almost over. Fashion is definitely catching up to the needs of this previously unnoticed group of women. More smashing fashion choices are now available for you in department stores and on the Internet.

Full figured women now have easier access to chic clothing including shirts, tops, skirts and bottoms, office apparel, athletic wear, evening and club wear, and formal wear. Even sexy and flattering lingerie and bathing suits are making its way on the plus size woman's closet. Accessories also abound to further emphasize her nubile body.

The reality is that A-list celebrities and other high profile individuals get equal or more attention as their thin counterparts do. Thus, the plus size department cannot, and should not be, overlooked.