Can/should a woman with larger-than-average hips & butt wear a straight skirt?

Can/should a woman with larger-than-average hips & butt wear a straight skirt? She is a plus size.

Straight skirts can look stylish on taller gals with large hips. Should women with larger-than-average hips and butt wear a straight skirt? Depends on the fit and how it looks on them after checking the mirror. Proper fitting straight/pencil skirts should not be skin tight, they should gently flow over the hips. Straight gored skirts will minimize the roundness of the lower half and flatter women with large hips. A straight skirt with a button-front or a with a front zipper closure will create a vertical and slimming effect. To get a proper fit a straight skirt must be tailored to fit your figure. Pair straight skirts in dark colors or pinstripes with a button down blouse, fitted v-neck, scoop neck, t-shirt or a cardigan sweater in the same color for a monochromatic look.
Tip: Prints or light color straight skirts are not flattering on plus size gals..

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