Curvy Kate was developed by a team of lingerie retailers who saw a lack of fashionable, well-fitting options for fuller-busted customers. The brand began designing its own products in 2006 and officially launched in 2009, focusing exclusively on D+ cup lingerie and swimwear. The company became well known for combining technical fit expertise with trend-driven…
Curvy Couture was founded in 2013 by lingerie industry veteran Dora Lau, who recognized a significant gap in the intimate apparel market for women with fuller busts seeking both style and support. Rather than offering purely functional bras, Lau created a brand that combined technical engineering with fashionable details, helping curvy women access beautiful lingerie…
Crème Bralée was launched in 2013 as a collection under QT Intimates, a lingerie company with roots dating back to 1945. The brand was developed to address the lack of stylish, supportive lingerie options available for fuller-busted and plus-size consumers. Known for combining European-inspired aesthetics with accessible pricing, Crème Bralée offered bras, panties, shapewear, sleepwear,…
COYAN is a contemporary luxury fashion brand founded by Ceylan Atınç, created to provide women with refined occasionwear that balances modern sophistication with timeless design. The brand is particularly known for its use of premium silk fabrics, fluid silhouettes, and understated luxury. The company focuses on investment-worthy pieces designed to transcend seasonal trends, emphasizing quality…
Founded in 1999 in Sydney, Australia, City Chic was created with a simple philosophy: plus-size women deserve fashion designed specifically for their bodies rather than straight-size garments scaled up. From its earliest collections, the brand focused on curve-first design, developing patterns, silhouettes, and fabrics intended to flatter fuller figures. City Chic quickly distinguished itself through…
Cosabella was founded in 1983 by Italian husband-and-wife team Valeria and Ugo Campello. The name “Cosabella” translates to “beautiful thing” in Italian, reflecting the brand’s commitment to creating elegant, high-quality intimates rooted in Italian craftsmanship. The company became known for producing lingerie in Italy using premium materials, vibrant colors, and innovative fit solutions. Over the…
Founded in 1908 in Malden, Massachusetts, Converse Rubber Shoe Company originally manufactured winterized rubber footwear before expanding into athletic shoes. In 1917, the company introduced the All Star, a basketball sneaker that would become one of the most recognizable shoes in history. Basketball player Chuck Taylor joined the company in the early 1920s as a…
Christian Siriano launched his namesake collection in 2008 after winning Project Runway, and has since become one of fashion’s most visible champions of size inclusivity. Known for fantasy gowns, cocktail dresses, and tailored separates, he has dressed celebrities of every size and pushed retailers to carry his full range, which reaches into the 20s. The…
Founded by Shawna Farmer, Chubby Cartwheels grew out of her Tumblr community and love of sewing, eventually becoming an online boutique specializing in handmade plus-size fashion. Every garment was designed and produced in Portland, Oregon, with an emphasis on originality and self-expression rather than hiding or minimizing larger bodies. The brand became known for vibrant…
Chromat launched as an architectural fashion brand and has evolved into a full swim and activewear label with a fiercely inclusive identity. Its collections are known for bold cuts engineered construction and unapologetic sizing from XS to 4X. The brand has been a consistent presence on inclusive fashion lists for its investment in body diverse…
Christopher John Rogers founded his CJR label in 2016, quickly earning a CFDA top prize, a Forbes 30 Under 30 spot, and a celebrity following from Michelle Obama to Lizzo for his emotionally charged, high-glamour color and silhouette. While the luxury mainline carries limited extended sizing, Rogers has made size inclusivity central to his mass…
Christian Ome’Shun was founded by Atlanta-based designer Ashontay Hubbard, who launched the brand after recognizing the lack of elevated, fashion-forward options available to plus-size women. The label was created with a mission to provide luxury fashion experiences and custom garments specifically designed for curvy bodies rather than adapting straight-size designs. The brand is best known…