THE B&B DIFFERENCE
Designed for your shape, not a standard.
This isn't just a collection — it's a new way of thinking about fit.
At Belli & Booti, every piece is designed for REAL plus-size bodies with:
• BELLIES • BOOTIS • CURVES • PROPORTIONS
that traditional underwear has ignored for far too long. Because you deserve more than "JUST BIGGER."
YOU DESERVE BETTER.
HOW IT STARTED...
I'LL DO IT MYSELF...
As a plus-size woman throughout my life, discovering clothing that fits well and makes me feel confident has always been a challenge. This is especially true for panties! Being apple-shaped, I've never come across a
pair of panties that offered adequate coverage for my stomach while also keeping my "under bits" secure.
When I learned that the average gusset or crotch size
for all panties is a size 6, I realized I needed to create something different. While plus-size clothing has improved significantly, panties are often just made wider without taking proportions into account. Thus, in 2021, with the support and encouragement of my incredibly patient husband, I started to delve into the world of plus-size panty design!
WHY NOTHING FITS US...
The stomach tends to pull the front down, causing a thin waistband to often roll down while sitting or even walking.
I really admire the confidence it takes to rock this style, but women with a belly and curves often feel uneasy about it. We prefer more coverage under the belly, extra support in the gusset/crotch area, and elastic that hugs the legs while still allowing for some stretch to fit various shapes. It's totally possible to have full coverage and still feel confident, comfy, and cute!
The Belli & Booti Brief Prototype
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Designed to accommodate a woman with a belly that may protrude or fold over (stomach apron) and a fuller bottom. Her legs may be proportionally thinner than average or larger. Therefore, the choice of elastic is crucial.
The leg elastic should be sufficiently tight to reach the top of the thighs or lower hips, yet flexible enough to comfortably fit a range of thigh widths. -
A full brief, featuring stretch or gathering to facilitate a 4-way stretch in both the front and back of the brief. Envision a brief design with two back sections.
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A wider gusset (we will need to determine the proportional increase for each size), designed for a full rear. The gusset should consist of 2 or 3 layers with some absorbent material that can stretch across the width of the crotch.
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The panties should sit evenly at the natural waist all the way around.
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The waistband should measure one inch to one and a quarter inches in width.
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The material should be a blend of cotton spandex or cotton lycra.
