Curverra is a plus-size fashion retailer and designer founded by Atlanta-based entrepreneur Adrienne Parker. The brand was created for confident, fashion-forward women seeking statement-making styles designed specifically for curvy bodies. Known for its bold aesthetic, Curverra offers dresses, jumpsuits, sets, swimwear, accessories, and occasion-focused fashion featuring vibrant colors, sequins, satins, denim, lace, and body-conscious silhouettes….
Founded in 2014 by Jay Hallstein and Katie Doyle, Brass set out to help women simplify their wardrobes with well-made, versatile essentials rather than trend-driven fast fashion. The Boston-based, direct-to-consumer brand offers dresses, skirts, tops, and workwear-leaning lifestyle pieces designed for a functional capsule wardrobe, in a size range that extends through the low plus…
Carmen Marc Valvo, a Parsons graduate who trained at Nina Ricci and Christian Dior, launched his eponymous label in 1989 and built it into a benchmark for glamorous American eveningwear. Known for intricate beadwork, luxurious fabrics, and flattering, form-conscious silhouettes, his gowns and cocktail dresses are staples at Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus and…
Chic And Curvy Boutique is a Los Angeles-area plus size retailer built around confidence and body-conscious style, with a motto of ‘accessorize, accentuate and always rock your curves.’ It offers classy, sexy, on-trend dresses, formalwear, and separates for curvy women through both a physical store and its online shops, with its Couture range extending up…
Cee Cee’s Closet NYC was founded in 2015 by Nigerian-American sisters Chioma and Uchenna Ngwudo after recognizing a lack of accessible, contemporary African-inspired fashion and accessories in the U.S. market. What began with handbags and headwraps evolved into a lifestyle brand centered on celebrating African culture through fashion, beauty, and community. The brand is best…
Chouette Designs was founded by fashion designer Ashley McGinty after years working in the jewelry industry and recognizing how frequently larger-bodied customers were excluded from traditional jewelry sizing. The brand was launched to create beautiful, demi-fine jewelry that truly accommodates a wider range of bodies and identities. Based in San Diego, California, Chouette Designs specializes…
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…
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…
City Chic originated in Australia in 1997 and has grown into a globally recognized plus size label. It is best known for its evening and occasion collections featuring bold colors intricate prints and figure-flattering silhouettes designed specifically for curves. The brand operates both as a standalone retailer and through wholesale partnerships and remains one of…
Converse was founded in 1908 by Marquis Mills Converse in Malden, Massachusetts. Originally established as a rubber shoe company, Converse became a global cultural icon through the success of the Chuck Taylor All Star, one of the most recognizable sneakers ever created. Over the decades, the brand evolved beyond athletics to become deeply connected to…
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…
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…