Plus-Size Fashion: Hot Jackets for Spring 2011

The developing spring 2011 fashion trends are quickly placing the ever-popular trench coat back into the spotlight, along with military-inspired styles, belted jackets and mini-trench coats with lots of details-but are these designs flattering to plus-size figures? The following Top 3 styles of plus-size jackets for spring 2011 are recommended with a curvy figure in mind, blending what's trendy and fresh off the runway with what actually compliments a woman with curves!

Plus Size Spring Jackets: The short trench coat.

Wearing a full-length trench coat can be challenging for a plus-size woman, especially since a hemline which billows around your frame can add phantom inches to your figure. However, the spring 2011 fashion trend of a "short" trench coat is a perfect chance for curvy ladies to enjoy this look without the difficult task of balancing an ankle, calf or knee length trench coat. The "Short spring trench coat by Ellos" is a great example, with its long sleeves, light-weight fabric, wide collar and thick belt. Accentuate your curves with the attached belt, or allow the jacket to hang open for a casual look. This plus size spring jacket is available online in khaki, cadet blue and black for $59.99 from Jessica London, in sizes M-5X.

Plus Size Spring Jackets: The Cargo Jacket.

The word "cargo" in fashion usually brings to mind baggy, khaki pants with dozens of pockets-or a purse capable of stashing incredible amounts of stuff-but the cargo jacket is a great plus size spring jacket for curvy ladies who want to accentuate their waist and enjoy added functionality while being cutting-edge on spring 2011 fashion trends. This "Linen cargo jacket" by Lane Bryant is available in a natural white, which allows you to capitalize on the minimal white trend described in my "Spring 2011 Fashion Trends: 5 Must-Have Plus-Size Styles" article. The rolled sleeves are flirty and very spring appropriate, and the light-weight material won't add extra inches to your curves. You can pick up this plus size spring jacket online for $59.95 in sizes 14-28.

Plus Size Spring Jackets: The Belted Blazer.

As you may have guessed by now, belted jackets are a hot spring 2011 fashion trend. Fortunately, an abundance of these styles are available for plus size women, allowing you to draw attention to the curves of your figure instead of concealing them. Keep your jacket fairly short in length, ending 5" below your natural waist or shorter, to fully embody this style. The "Belted Denim Blazer" by Boom Boom Jeans is an excellent choice, offering a dusky denim design complete with contrast gold stitching and buttons. This one is available online from Torrid for $58.00, in sizes 1-3.