30+ Holiday Gift Ideas For The Plus Size Woman
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As a plus-size womanโand yep, even as a chubby kidโChristmas gifts were a total mixed bag. Like, sure, presents are fun and all, but oh my gosh, the dread of unwrapping clothes, pajamas, or robes that clearly had no chance of fitting my body? Ugh. Talk about a holiday buzzkill! It was like, “Merry Christmas, here’s your annual reminder that your body doesn’t fit the mold!” ๐ญ
And let me tell you about the cherry on top of the holiday cringe-fest: one year, someone actually said, “My hope is that this outfit in a smaller size will motivate you to lose weight so you can fit into it.” Like, seriously?! What kind of messed-up gift tag is that?! ๐๐ (Spoiler: that little gem of a comment did not make me feel warm and fuzzy inside. ๐ )
And that, my friends, is exactly why Iโve put together 30+ Holiday Gift Ideas For The Plus Size Woman๐ No more awkwardly sized clothes or backhanded “motivational” giftsโjust fabulous, thoughtful presents that actually make us feel seen, loved, and celebrated. Because trust me, we deserve way better than a holiday season full of sighs and side-eyes. Let’s make gift-giving joyful again, shall we? ๐๐
Holiday Gift Ideas For The Plus Size Woman: Comfort & Loungewear Ideas
1. Adjustable Plus Size Towel Wrap (& hair towel) – I’ve tried those so called ‘adjustable’ towel wraps before-HA what a joke, definitely NOT plus-size friendly-so I was tickled pink when I found one that was specifically made for plus size bodies!
Here’s a quick video showing the towel wrap:
You can see how roomy this thing is! The one thing I wish it had was a bigger piece of velcro so I could pull it tighter over my chest area; but that can easily be solved by adding my own velcro to it.
2. Oversized Bath Sheet – this one is 40 x 80 inches and is perfect for after shower or use at the pool, beach, etc.
3. Weighted Blanket – I never thought I would like a weighted blanket, but I was pleasantly surprised at how much I actually enjoy mine! There are different weighted options – mine is 15lbs but you can get them at 7lbs or even 20lbs.
4. Plus Size Women’s Long Sleeve Pajama Set – Love love love this pajama set! It’s so comfy and so roomy. My only “complaint” about this item would be the bottoms and that’s because I’m short (5’5″) and these are a bit long so I ‘walk’ on them if I don’t tuck them into my slippers.
5. Fuzzy Memory Foam Slippers – everyone needs a comfy pair of slippers!
6. Soft Oversized Throw Blanket – I’m not talking just a regular throw blanket; sure those are nice but they’re a little small for my liking! As a plus-size gal, I prefer a nice oversized 60″ x 80″ throw. The one I linked to even has an 80″ x 90″ option!
Plus Size Lingerie
No judging me for including this category! Even a plus size gal likes to slip into something sexy once in a while (my man wishes my ‘once in a while’ was a whole lot more frequently but that’s besides the point) ๐คค
I’ve found that I really like these items from Amazon & I will spare you the pictures because… well this isn’t that kind of site ๐
7. Avidlove Plus Size Lingerie Plus Floral Lace Scallop Trim Lingerie Set (this is my FAVORITE but the downside is it only goes up to a size 22)
8. Sexy Satin Chemise Lace Trim Nightgown (goes up to a 5x)
9. Kolagri Plus Size Lingerie for Women Sexy Lace Bodysuit V Neck Teddy Babydoll (goes up to a 5x; this is my least favorite lingerie piece)
My favorite plus-size lingerie brand is definitely Avidlove – I like the styles, and the fit. Speaking of them, if you’re looking for a cute cos-play outfit; I highly recommend their Sexy School Girl with Mini Skirt Outfit ๐
Holiday Gift Ideas For The Plus Size Woman: Self-Care Gift Ideas
10. Extended Handle Lotion Applicator – for easy application of moisturizer, sunscreen, and more, on hard-to-reach areas. This particular one is foldable making it perfect for on the go too!
11. Chub Rub Protection – when I learned about items that could be used in all those areas that would chafe and become uncomfortable (under my boobs, my thighs, and even under my belly fat roll) I wondered how I’d lived so long without these magical items! Here are my 2 favorites:
The awesome thing about both these items is that they last a long time! I purchased both items at the same time – over a year ago – and they both still have some in them!
12. Plus Size Compression Socks Extra Wide Calf – these are a new addition to my wardrobe; I can’t say I’m a huge fan of wearing a compression sock but if I’m gonna do it, I’m gonna do it with a fun style!
13. Plus Size Yoga Class Package – Size-inclusive yoga studio membership: if the plus size queen in your life doesn’t feel comfortable going to an in person class, I highly recommend Tiffany Croww’s Plus Size Yoga online options (I have a few of her offerings – 75 Self Love Challenge & Yoga for Complete Fat Beginners and love her teaching style and that it’s geared specifically towards plus-size peeps).
14. Spa Day Package – Full-service spa experience at a size-friendly establishment.
15. Massage Gun – I’ve had this one for quite a while and it recently stopped working but I loved this thing (hmm guess I should put this on my Christmas list lol).
Holiday Gift Ideas For The Plus Size Woman: Body Positive Book Ideas
16. Love Your Body, Love Yourself: A 21 Day Self-Love & Body Acceptance Journey – I’m a bit biased – because it’s mine – but this journal rocks ๐
17. Starfish – this is marketed towards ‘younger’ girls but I loved this book & it’s a quick read!
18. You Have The Right to Remain Fat – Virgie Tovar has had enough of diet culture & fatphobia (me too! me too!). This is her manifesto.
19. The Body Is Not An Apology – Sonya Renee Taylor invites us to reconnect with the radical origins of our minds and bodies.
20. Health At Every Size: The Surprising Truth About Your Weight – this book changed my life! I’m reading it again (3rd time now) because it’s that powerful! I think it should be required reading for everybody!
21. What We Don’t Talk About When We Talk About Fat – from the creator of Your Fat Friend and co-host of the Maintenance Phase podcast (Aubrey Gordon), an explosive indictment of the systemic and cultural bias facing plus-size people.
22. Things No One Will Tell Fat Girls – Jes Baker calls on women to be proud of their bodies, fight against fat-shaming, and embrace a body-positive worldview to change public perceptions and help women maintain mental health.
I’ll stop at those because if I don’t, this section alone will have 30+ suggestions ๐
Plus Size Home & Office Ideas
23. Armless Legged Criss Cross Office Desk Chair – not only does this have no arms (huge win for plus-size women because arms often dig into us or make it so we can’t even fit in a chair) but it’s awesome for big booties! One thing to keep in mind, is that it says the maximum weight limit is 300 lbs.
24. Plus Size Memory Foam Seat Cushions – Portable comfort for any chair! I paid a lot of money for my Cushion Lab Pressure Relief Seat Cushion and honestly, I wish I had done more research because Amazon offers quite a few options and many that are way less expensive! The zipper on the cover to mine broke not long after purchasing which was/is annoying ๐
Holiday Gift Ideas For The Plus Size Woman: Miscellaneous Ideas
25. Sterling Silver Hug Ring (Adjustable) – I love that this is adjustable but what I love most is all the different options to choose from for the saying on the ring. You can choose from sayings like:
- Beautiful badass
- A new chapter
- Believe in your like I do
- Keep fucking going
- … and more!
26. A Fat Positive Snarky Coffee Mug – I had to include this because it’s mine ๐
27. Personal Styling Session – Virtual or in-person consultation with a plus-size fashion expert. I’ve never personally done this, but when I was plus-size modeling, it was fun having designers pick outfits for me ๐
So, with no personal experience in this area, I did a quick Google search and found these options:
- Michaela Leitz, Plus Size Fashion Stylist & Size Inclusive Fashion Expert – Frankfurt & Worldwide
- Plus Size Focused Personal Stylist Heensie Low – Canada & U.S.
28. Photoshoot Session – Professional photography session with a body-positive photographer.
I cannot recommend this one enough – yes, it’s going to be on the expensive side, but there’s nothing as empowering as doing a photoshoot as a plus size woman. The key? It has to be a body positive photographer!
This one would be at the top of my list of holiday gift ideas for the plus size woman in your life, if you can swing it ๐
29. Cooking Class – Group or private cooking lessons focused on joyful, intuitive eating. (This would NOT be a good gift for me personally because I don’t enjoy cooking; so be sure to know whether or not the plus size queen in your life, enjoys cooking LOL)
30. Amazon Gift Card – who doesn’t love one of these? ๐
31. Streaming Service Gift Card – Netflix, Hulu, Disney+, etc.
32. Gift Certificate for Manicure or Pedicure – now this is my kinda gift ๐
33. Fat Positive Art – my favorite place to go for this is Etsy because they have such a wide range of options!
34. T-Shirt with a Fat Positive / Body Positive Slogan (e.g., โLove Every Curveโ) – Etsy is a great place to find items like this. For example, here’s a few options:
- Bodies Change Worth Doesn’t (this only goes up to a 3x)
- Fat Babe (this goes up to a 5x)
- Curvy Queen (this only goes up to a 3x)
35. Hot Chocolate Set – this Thoughtfully Gourmet, 12 Days of Christmas Hot Chocolate Gift Set is on my radar but I’m a hot chocolate fanatic and then I was recently introduced to the BomBombs Hot Chocolate Mini Cups (I was gifted 2 at a recent event I attended) – they are so cute and the 2 flavors I had were so good!
36. Designer Purse – Coach, Michael Kors, Kate Spade; you get the drift. These are expensive, though!
37. Sketchers Hands Free Slip-In Go Walk Shoes – my friend Kelly loves these and highly recommend I include them ๐
I hope this list has given you some great holiday gift ideas for the plus size woman in your life!
Oh and before I forget – here are a few things to keep in mind:
- Check size charts carefully for each brand
- Look for inclusive brands with a history of serving plus-size customers
- Read reviews from other plus-size customers
The best gifts show thoughtfulness and consideration for the plus size gal in your life so consider her personal taste & lifestyle when selecting gifts! And don’t be afraid to ask about preferences or sizing if unsure!
Happy shopping! ๐