Synonyms for ‘Fat’ that aren’t Cringeworthy…?

I have a teeshirt with the words, 'strong, not skinny' immortalised on it. Would those do?

We don't hear much of the word 'plump' these days, do we.

I described my GS as Sturdy and had my head bitten off , actually he is more than Chunky , but I’m keeping my mouth shut ?

When describing yourself or others ?

Thank you Batty, but I’m not strong either , unfortunately

I was a ‘bonny’ baby (fat)

Not sure why you need a word? Are you going to describe yourself on Tinder?

Me (natch!)
On a thread, I was going to talk about some dresses that I have bought recently, and I needed to include something along the lines of ‘I am fat’ to explain why I had chosen them.
I know I should just be able to say it, but I don’t like it.
For reference, I’m a bit along the lines of Kirstie Allsop at her largest.

No.

Sorry, that was to Polly
Not a very nice comment.

You may as well say that there is no need for any adjective

How about “I carry a few extra pounds”..

FannyCornforth

No.

That was meant to have a smiley face to show I was teasing, sorry

Just looked up synonyms for fat - not a pleasant lot are they, I see what you mean.

Oh, sorry Polly!
See, it’s a minefield!
I’m on the defence already!

I think that society is conditioned to think skinny/slim is the best way to look. It isn't helped by cadaverous models and actresses. Therefore the words associated with being rounder usually have negative connotations. I know about health benefits in being slim etc but that doesn't help women who aren't slim and who don't have a positive self image.

Shinamae

How about “I carry a few extra pounds”..

‘I carry a few extra stones’ more like

henetha

We don't hear much of the word 'plump' these days, do we.

DH described me as pleasantly plump so I think I need to lose some weight!

Hello
How about, and this this is borrowed from the fashion industry, "full-figured"?
Appropriate too to when talking about dresses you've chosen.

I like that tee shirt mentioned by Grandmabatty: "strong, not skinny", that's a good one

Exactly Batty
Fat really is a feminist issue, to paraphrase Susie Orbach
(That book was published in 1978! can you believe it?!)

Well done Lark!
You are winning so far

Well, the 'pleasant' bit took the sting out of it I hope, Callistemon21 .
I bet many of us on here are a little bit 'plump' more or less

FannyCornforth

Oh, sorry Polly!
See, it’s a minefield!
I’m on the defence already!

No worries! I’ve been where you’re at weight wise. I’m now fairly slim, but it’s because of health issues I’ve lost the weight, so not great. I was more confident about my clothes when I was bigger! Flowy linen dresses, loose jackets, scarves, big jewellery, etc. The ‘Art teacher’ look!

I like to think of myself as under height for my weight but not a decent description in the spoken word.
I would describe myself as well covered ( very well covered)!!

The fashion industry seem to use 'plus size' as a way of describing anything above a 14/16.

Voluptuous?